Ah I read that differently. I thought you were saying that people could not be faulted for taking things at face value in the sense of not doing the spiritual aspect. 

I know. I’m arguing for your position. Assuming honesty should be our default. That doesn’t mean we should be naive and help people without discernment, however.

mateusdeap

I hear what you are saying, but I think the Bible is full of examples of taking things at face value only and how that can be dangerous.