Belief does not exclude the intellect, but neither is it reduced to it. It involves, but is not limited to, the mind. Belief is not merely a superficial acceptance of fact. It certainly includes facts, with God accepted as the most certain fact of all, but it does not end in simple assent. Belief is not merely saying, "Uncle!" it is saying, "Father!" Agreeing with God, i.e. repentance, certainly includes a change of mind, but that change is demonstrated and accompanied by a moral act of will that follows through and complements the change of mind. All that to say, belief is not certified by a placement exam, it is a commitment to think and to behave in concert with said belief.
Luke 7:35
Wisdom is justified of all her children.
Wisdom is never barren. It never struggles to conceive or delivery. It is fruitful and it labors successfully. It is fertile soil and ample rainfall. Wisdom is palpable. It is proved by the presence and the quality of its progeny. It is never an empty nester. There are always offspring. It is never left without an heir apparent.
Belief is bountiful and robust. It always bears fruit.
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