737. In addition, also, the doctrine of faith effects nothing with men unless the Lord gives them to reflect. For this reason men learn what is true and good from the Word of the Lord, in order that from it they may reflect upon themselves, whether they are such, which reflection is given them at certain times, especially in times of distress. Therefore it is of the greatest importance to know truths, for without cognitions, there can be no reflection, thus no reformation.