Motivation
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"...a Christian lay person, who does not have to
be an expert in theology but does nevertheless have to
take responsibility for his faith in his non-Christian
milieu, must have at his disposal this kind of a brief
formulation of his profession of faith which is oriented
towards the essentials of this faith." - Karl Rahner,
Foundations of Christian Faith, p448
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"...always being ready to make a defense to
everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope
that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence."
1 Peter 3:15