One of the first rules I developed for myself personally in my study of scripture is to not believe or disbelieve a thing because of what others believe. It matters not how educated or “spiritual” the other person is. I am not a respecter of persons as much as I can help myself.
I believe it because it is the most plain interpretation of scripture, most fits the personality of my God and the belief was developed prayerfully.
I agree, well said.