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'And, politics and 'religion' being a profound denominator, as all parts
of the whole 'arena', bring cause of utter confusion. And, common sense
of many in the new generation, have good reason to question the validity
of 'Christianity' by witnessing untold division and alienation.
Worldly intellectual ego has the ability to destroy from within the 'Christian structure'.
Again, let us be reminded of... "Cause and Effect."
"Yes, a church is an organization. That is all. It represents itself and as it has convinced
the poor and others to follow it and worship a god through it, it is a large, wealthy and
very political organization. Religion has been a principal vehicle to manipulate and control people using guilt and fear. This is contrary to the message God has tried to send to the people through numerous
examples all over the world, that love is the most important essence to embody. Does it
make sense that there is only one God and so many people saying, “my way is the ONLY
way?” Is it so surprising that so many people feel disillusioned by religion and really isolated
from God, to the point that they try to completely give up spiritual practice and exercise?
At times one may be estranged from God. But our spiritual nature, the callings of our soul,
keeps poking us with questions. And our true separation from God is brief and only exists
because we sometimes “build walls” in order to turn our back on the truth…at our most basic
level we are spiritual…that is our true nature… and on that level we can “experience” God to
be real and reaching out to each of us in recognition that we are all unique…and on unique
journeys aimed at ever elevating love of self, of God, and of others.
I do NOT have to have intermediaries who dictate what path I take. There are infinite
paths. And your path is unique to you and your unique relationship with God. God gives you
“free will” to discover your true spiritual nature, connect through the pervading energies of
unconditional love, and carry the message of this experience as a “light” to the world.".......
'Praise God'........
the poor and others to follow it and worship a god through it, it is a large, wealthy and
very political organization. Religion has been a principal vehicle to manipulate and control people using guilt and fear. This is contrary to the message God has tried to send to the people through numerous
examples all over the world, that love is the most important essence to embody. Does it
make sense that there is only one God and so many people saying, “my way is the ONLY
way?” Is it so surprising that so many people feel disillusioned by religion and really isolated
from God, to the point that they try to completely give up spiritual practice and exercise?
At times one may be estranged from God. But our spiritual nature, the callings of our soul,
keeps poking us with questions. And our true separation from God is brief and only exists
because we sometimes “build walls” in order to turn our back on the truth…at our most basic
level we are spiritual…that is our true nature… and on that level we can “experience” God to
be real and reaching out to each of us in recognition that we are all unique…and on unique
journeys aimed at ever elevating love of self, of God, and of others.
I do NOT have to have intermediaries who dictate what path I take. There are infinite
paths. And your path is unique to you and your unique relationship with God. God gives you
“free will” to discover your true spiritual nature, connect through the pervading energies of
unconditional love, and carry the message of this experience as a “light” to the world.".......
'Praise God'........
Thank you for that,bingo
"Yes, a church is an organization. That is all. It represents itself and as it has convinced
the poor and others to follow it and worship a god through it, it is a large, wealthy and
very political organization. Religion has been a principal vehicle to manipulate and control people using guilt and fear. This is contrary to the message God has tried to send to the people through numerous
examples all over the world, that love is the most important essence to embody. Does it
make sense that there is only one God and so many people saying, “my way is the ONLY
way?” Is it so surprising that so many people feel disillusioned by religion and really isolated
from God, to the point that they try to completely give up spiritual practice and exercise?
At times one may be estranged from God. But our spiritual nature, the callings of our soul,
keeps poking us with questions. And our true separation from God is brief and only exists
because we sometimes “build walls” in order to turn our back on the truth…at our most basic
level we are spiritual…that is our true nature… and on that level we can “experience” God to
be real and reaching out to each of us in recognition that we are all unique…and on unique
journeys aimed at ever elevating love of self, of God, and of others.
I do NOT have to have intermediaries who dictate what path I take. There are infinite
paths. And your path is unique to you and your unique relationship with God. God gives you
“free will” to discover your true spiritual nature, connect through the pervading energies of
unconditional love, and carry the message of this experience as a “light” to the world.".......
'Praise God'........
the poor and others to follow it and worship a god through it, it is a large, wealthy and
very political organization. Religion has been a principal vehicle to manipulate and control people using guilt and fear. This is contrary to the message God has tried to send to the people through numerous
examples all over the world, that love is the most important essence to embody. Does it
make sense that there is only one God and so many people saying, “my way is the ONLY
way?” Is it so surprising that so many people feel disillusioned by religion and really isolated
from God, to the point that they try to completely give up spiritual practice and exercise?
At times one may be estranged from God. But our spiritual nature, the callings of our soul,
keeps poking us with questions. And our true separation from God is brief and only exists
because we sometimes “build walls” in order to turn our back on the truth…at our most basic
level we are spiritual…that is our true nature… and on that level we can “experience” God to
be real and reaching out to each of us in recognition that we are all unique…and on unique
journeys aimed at ever elevating love of self, of God, and of others.
I do NOT have to have intermediaries who dictate what path I take. There are infinite
paths. And your path is unique to you and your unique relationship with God. God gives you
“free will” to discover your true spiritual nature, connect through the pervading energies of
unconditional love, and carry the message of this experience as a “light” to the world.".......
'Praise God'........
Thank you bingo for that.
You are so right in everything you said here, when all this stated back in 1988,our lord sent an angel to me, with a message for me, and the message was have the holy bible and have your soul cleansed, the angel shouted this message over to me.
I didn’t start reading the holy bible, on till November 2010, because each time I went to read it, the demonic attacks become worst for me.
As soon as I picked up the holy bible and start to read it, the impact God the almighty had on me, I can see clearly he showed me a dark mirror, as I looked into the dark mirror, I am able to see myself as God see me, I am more filth dirty than I ever thought I ever was, and this problem I have?God shows ME it coming from my mind.
I didn’t start reading the holy bible, on till November 2010, because each time I went to read it, the demonic attacks become worst for me.
As soon as I picked up the holy bible and start to read it, the impact God the almighty had on me, I can see clearly he showed me a dark mirror, as I looked into the dark mirror, I am able to see myself as God see me, I am more filth dirty than I ever thought I ever was, and this problem I have?God shows ME it coming from my mind.
Defining Religion
Religion commonly refers to an institution that has a set of organized practices and a structured belief system shared by and among those who are members of the institution. Their beliefs, which are often transcendental, are passed on from members to converts, and are based on either a formally documented creed or established cultural practices.
In either case, there are professionals within each religion who act in positions of leadership and who represent formal aspects of the institution. The leaders often carry out certain rituals regarding the core beliefs of the religion, which lay the foundation for how one’s life should be lived.
As a community or group sharing the same beliefs, religion functions as an extremely supportive social network. It creates practical implications for everyday behaviors in adherence to the beliefs, rituals, and practices of the group. Members of a religion often also follow distinctive dress codes (especially religious leaders), moral codes, and actions that are mandated by a supernatural being.
A religious person is committed to following the guidelines set by his or her religion. He or she observes the rites and practices, such as regularly attending church services on a Sunday for Christians, observing the Sabbath for Jews, and fasting during Ramadan for Muslim what is the difference between a spiritual person and a religious person | am i religious or spiritual | difference between spirituality and religion Religion commonly refers to an institution that has a set of organized practices and a structured belief system shared by and among those who are members of the institution.
Defining Spirituality
Spirituality is about one’s soul and inner self. Being spiritual involves holding one’s personal set of beliefs and practices and searching for the purpose of life. Each person’s own definition of spirituality can vary throughout their lifetime, adapting to individual experiences through personal study and self-reflection. The goal of spirituality is to realize one’s inherent power to combat all of life’s challenges, and connect with something greater than oneself. (To learn more, here are 10 ways you can be spiritual.)
Spirituality is a universal, personalized experience, and everyone’s experience is unique. One may describe a spiritual experience as being sacred or transcendent, or plainly a true sense of liveliness and feeling interconnected, or pure gratitude. You can belong to a religious group and still be spiritual, and vice versa.
In fact, some may find that their spirituality is closely linked to a religion, while others may have their own personal relationship with a higher power.
( 'This content is for informational use, and is not a substitute for'spiritual' advice.
Be sure to do your own careful 'inventory' before taking action based on anything you find in this content."
Intended solely as informative and subjects to reflect on.' )
Religion commonly refers to an institution that has a set of organized practices and a structured belief system shared by and among those who are members of the institution. Their beliefs, which are often transcendental, are passed on from members to converts, and are based on either a formally documented creed or established cultural practices.
In either case, there are professionals within each religion who act in positions of leadership and who represent formal aspects of the institution. The leaders often carry out certain rituals regarding the core beliefs of the religion, which lay the foundation for how one’s life should be lived.
As a community or group sharing the same beliefs, religion functions as an extremely supportive social network. It creates practical implications for everyday behaviors in adherence to the beliefs, rituals, and practices of the group. Members of a religion often also follow distinctive dress codes (especially religious leaders), moral codes, and actions that are mandated by a supernatural being.
A religious person is committed to following the guidelines set by his or her religion. He or she observes the rites and practices, such as regularly attending church services on a Sunday for Christians, observing the Sabbath for Jews, and fasting during Ramadan for Muslim what is the difference between a spiritual person and a religious person | am i religious or spiritual | difference between spirituality and religion Religion commonly refers to an institution that has a set of organized practices and a structured belief system shared by and among those who are members of the institution.
Defining Spirituality
Spirituality is about one’s soul and inner self. Being spiritual involves holding one’s personal set of beliefs and practices and searching for the purpose of life. Each person’s own definition of spirituality can vary throughout their lifetime, adapting to individual experiences through personal study and self-reflection. The goal of spirituality is to realize one’s inherent power to combat all of life’s challenges, and connect with something greater than oneself. (To learn more, here are 10 ways you can be spiritual.)
Spirituality is a universal, personalized experience, and everyone’s experience is unique. One may describe a spiritual experience as being sacred or transcendent, or plainly a true sense of liveliness and feeling interconnected, or pure gratitude. You can belong to a religious group and still be spiritual, and vice versa.
In fact, some may find that their spirituality is closely linked to a religion, while others may have their own personal relationship with a higher power.
( 'This content is for informational use, and is not a substitute for'spiritual' advice.
Be sure to do your own careful 'inventory' before taking action based on anything you find in this content."
Intended solely as informative and subjects to reflect on.' )
"We are all confronted with endless warnings throughout our lives, and, our
attitude and behavior becomes activated in response to different warnings, be it
road signs, eating habits, health related, etc. etc....endless. In conclusion...potential danger,
and to act accordingly for our personal safety and or well being. Physical or materialistic things
we can adjust accordingly, and hopefully avoid harm or injury, so long as the warnings are not ignored!
"Now we come to warnings within the Bible, 'subtle warnings' throughout. One must wonder
why is it that the many 'evangelists' don't emphasize the importance of 'scripture warnings'.
And, here... narcissism too often plays a role in mesmerizing the audience with a smooth tongue
and causing the harm of an attitude and behavior of complacency ... “complacency” is...“a feeling of being
satisfied with how things are and not wanting to try to make them better...
self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies.”
This sounds like a very dangerous place to be if you are a Christian."
( this side of the glass )
No More...No Less
attitude and behavior becomes activated in response to different warnings, be it
road signs, eating habits, health related, etc. etc....endless. In conclusion...potential danger,
and to act accordingly for our personal safety and or well being. Physical or materialistic things
we can adjust accordingly, and hopefully avoid harm or injury, so long as the warnings are not ignored!
"Now we come to warnings within the Bible, 'subtle warnings' throughout. One must wonder
why is it that the many 'evangelists' don't emphasize the importance of 'scripture warnings'.
And, here... narcissism too often plays a role in mesmerizing the audience with a smooth tongue
and causing the harm of an attitude and behavior of complacency ... “complacency” is...“a feeling of being
satisfied with how things are and not wanting to try to make them better...
self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies.”
This sounds like a very dangerous place to be if you are a Christian."
( this side of the glass )
No More...No Less
"And, the 'mission' is being carried out."
'Praise God'
https://christianchat.com/threads/i-saw-the-light.182858/post-3912695
'Praise God'
https://christianchat.com/threads/i-saw-the-light.182858/post-3912695
"This is a good read."!!
FORTITUDE is a Spiritual Gift of the Holy Spirit. As are Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Knowledge, Piety and Fear of the Lord. Let’s use these Gifts from our loving God ... What better time than NOW!
Bet you don't delete this...
After being interviewed by the school administration, the prospective teacher said: "Let me see if I've got this right. You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages and instill in them a love for learning. You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self-esteem and personal pride. You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a check book, and apply for a job. You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and ensure that they all pass their final exams. You also want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicap and communicate regularly with their parents in English, Arabic or any other language, by letter, telephone, newsletter, and report card. You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for "New Start. "You want me to do all this, and then you tell me...I CAN'T wear a necklace with a little cross, mention God, or say "Merry Christmas" because someone might take offense? "Well, you know what you can do with your job...This should be posted in every school in America and all countries. Think about it! If Muslims can pray anywhere, why are Christians banned from praying in public and from erecting religious displays on their holy days? What happened to our National Day of Prayer?Muslims are allowed to block off major streets, in all American States and pray in the middle of the street! And it's a monthly ritual! Tell me, again, whose country is this...Ours or the Muslims? I was asked to send this on if I agree, or delete if I don’t. It is said that 86% of Americans believe in God. Therefore, I have a very hard time understanding why there is such a problem in having 'God' in our education system or the Lord's Prayer said in our government, schools or public meetings. I believe it's time we stand up for what we believe! PLEASE HAVE THE INTESTINAL FORTITUDE TO PASS THIS ONE TO EVERYONE IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK. If you agree, pass this on; if not, delete it. Support America..
( "This content is for informational use, and is not a substitute for'spiritual' advice.
Be sure to do your own careful 'inventory' before taking action based on anything you find in this content."
Intended solely as informative and subjects to reflect on. )
FORTITUDE is a Spiritual Gift of the Holy Spirit. As are Wisdom, Understanding, Counsel, Knowledge, Piety and Fear of the Lord. Let’s use these Gifts from our loving God ... What better time than NOW!
Bet you don't delete this...
After being interviewed by the school administration, the prospective teacher said: "Let me see if I've got this right. You want me to go into that room with all those kids, correct their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse, monitor their dress habits, censor their T-shirt messages and instill in them a love for learning. You want me to check their backpacks for weapons, wage war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, and raise their sense of self-esteem and personal pride. You want me to teach them patriotism and good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, and how to register to vote, balance a check book, and apply for a job. You want me to check their heads for lice, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, and ensure that they all pass their final exams. You also want me to provide them with an equal education regardless of their handicap and communicate regularly with their parents in English, Arabic or any other language, by letter, telephone, newsletter, and report card. You want me to do all this with a piece of chalk, a blackboard, a bulletin board, a few books, a big smile, and a starting salary that qualifies me for "New Start. "You want me to do all this, and then you tell me...I CAN'T wear a necklace with a little cross, mention God, or say "Merry Christmas" because someone might take offense? "Well, you know what you can do with your job...This should be posted in every school in America and all countries. Think about it! If Muslims can pray anywhere, why are Christians banned from praying in public and from erecting religious displays on their holy days? What happened to our National Day of Prayer?Muslims are allowed to block off major streets, in all American States and pray in the middle of the street! And it's a monthly ritual! Tell me, again, whose country is this...Ours or the Muslims? I was asked to send this on if I agree, or delete if I don’t. It is said that 86% of Americans believe in God. Therefore, I have a very hard time understanding why there is such a problem in having 'God' in our education system or the Lord's Prayer said in our government, schools or public meetings. I believe it's time we stand up for what we believe! PLEASE HAVE THE INTESTINAL FORTITUDE TO PASS THIS ONE TO EVERYONE IN YOUR ADDRESS BOOK. If you agree, pass this on; if not, delete it. Support America..
( "This content is for informational use, and is not a substitute for'spiritual' advice.
Be sure to do your own careful 'inventory' before taking action based on anything you find in this content."
Intended solely as informative and subjects to reflect on. )
"Good day to all, and God bless."
"I believe most of us can agree, we are witnessing restless and chaotic times never
before witnessed in our life time. To be deprived of peace, rest, or tranquility, to make uneasy,
would appear, the 'adversary' ...whose sole focus is to deceive, divide and destroy God's
people, and defeat the purpose of God...is in full mode.
And, it is not my intent to offend nor judge, but to simply share from 'this side of the glass'.
And, I find no value in attempting to analyze or pretend to interpret the complexities of the Bible.
I believe, the basic principles and God's commandments are a life time of striving to put in order,
in my own life, especially since God became a part of my life, now over two decades ago. 'Thank God'.
It is with hope, that the intellectual 'man-mind' comes to know of the inner self, in a more
intimate heart and soul connection with God's spirit, being of the Holy Spirit within self.
All the reading and interpretations shall not be sufficient, without a spiritual illumination that
which involves Inspiration how God has revealed spiritual truth, interpretation involves the study of spiritual truth, and
illumination involves the understanding of spiritual truth and involves both the Scriptures and the influence of the Holy Spirit."
( archive of things to ponder )
This side of the 'glass'
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4670744
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4671791
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4671797
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4673175
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4674211
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4677070
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4677839
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4677932
"I believe most of us can agree, we are witnessing restless and chaotic times never
before witnessed in our life time. To be deprived of peace, rest, or tranquility, to make uneasy,
would appear, the 'adversary' ...whose sole focus is to deceive, divide and destroy God's
people, and defeat the purpose of God...is in full mode.
And, it is not my intent to offend nor judge, but to simply share from 'this side of the glass'.
And, I find no value in attempting to analyze or pretend to interpret the complexities of the Bible.
I believe, the basic principles and God's commandments are a life time of striving to put in order,
in my own life, especially since God became a part of my life, now over two decades ago. 'Thank God'.
It is with hope, that the intellectual 'man-mind' comes to know of the inner self, in a more
intimate heart and soul connection with God's spirit, being of the Holy Spirit within self.
All the reading and interpretations shall not be sufficient, without a spiritual illumination that
which involves Inspiration how God has revealed spiritual truth, interpretation involves the study of spiritual truth, and
illumination involves the understanding of spiritual truth and involves both the Scriptures and the influence of the Holy Spirit."
( archive of things to ponder )
This side of the 'glass'
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4670744
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4671791
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4671797
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4673175
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4674211
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4677070
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4677839
https://christianchat.com/threads/this-side-of-the-glass.182929/post-4677932
