A freshman at Eagle Rock Junior High won 1st prize at the Greater Idaho Science Fair, April 26. In his project, he urged people to sign a petition demanding strict control or total elimination of the chemical "dihydrogen monoxide." And for plenty of good reasons, since:

It can cause excessive sweating and vomiting.

It is a major component in acid rain.

It can cause severe burns in its gaseous state.

Accidental inhalation can kill you.

It contributes to erosion.

It decreases effectiveness of automobile brakes.

It has been found in tumors of terminal patients

He asked 50 people if they supported a ban of the chemical. Forty-three (43) said "Yes," six (6) were undecided, and the last one? Well, only one (1) knew that the chemical, dihydrogen monoxide, was water (H2O).

There are many in the religious world who are just as gullible. Millions always believe, without ever investigating, whatever their preacher espouses from the pulpit. Many would not know the difference between truth and error if it slapped them in the face. That's why we need to be more like the Bereans (see Acts 17:11). Being gullible is what leads to religious error that could very easily destroy our spiritual life.