I think you are interested in a discussion of religious philosophy. I don't get involved in those. Bottom line for me...is people as you say using their brains. And that leads to all sorts of beliefs and opinions about absolutes etc.
Fear is the opposite of faith.
It’s okay to commit to making declarative statements. We shouldn’t fear being accountable in conversation because accountability is freedom, not slavery.
Lindell acts on his faith in God. This tells us his ultimate purpose is not personal gain, but to glorify God.
Faith in God is the highest mental function.