I am skeptical of reports and would like to clarify what I would and would not accept, and why (or if I'd consider it justified). I'd like to discuss that to clarify this for myself. This is important ine stablishing the veracity of religions, especially the abrahamic ones.

I understand everyone needs to accept reports to some degree, but I don't think that it's that much, and history certainly isn't necessary for everyday life [nevermind antiquated history].

I also recognize that I have a strong bias against, and a lack of confidence in, what I have not directly observed or experienced myself or what is not currently ongoing and being reported from various unrelated sources globally.

I do potentially also accept the reports of trustworthy intelligent friends etc, although it depends on the scope, context and the individual, although I'm not clear on this.

Can somebody walk me through this? Would appreciate it.