Got Faith?

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Sun, 11-13-2005 - 5:33pm

Ok Everyone since I know Very Little About Faith or Spirituality of Any Kind I'll Ask

1. What Do You Believe In
2. Why Do You Believe

Stuck on earth

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Registered: 05-12-2003
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Sun, 11-13-2005 - 7:19pm

Hi stuck on earth,

First I'd like to say I love your membername! I think it's so cool. And your avatar is great too.

This is a good question. It always comes up now and then in our discussions. Yet I find it's the most difficult to answer.

1. What Do You Believe In

Much of my thinking is influenced by my Catholic upbringing. I've been taught to worship God as our creator. But after more exposure to other beliefs and faiths, I've come to believe that the Creator is a combined male-female entity. I now like to refer to the deity I worship as Supreme Being or Higher Power -- a name that's non denominational. I leave lots of room for the unknown because I know by our very nature as human beings, we don't know alot about spirituality.

Sylvia Browne's religion, Novus Spiritus, believe there is no such thing as demons or Satan. Their claim: "Evil is a direct artifact of physical life." Evil exists because its purpose is to teach us the meaning of good, is not a creation of God, it is the logical opposite to the concept of good. They also believe that Hell is Earth. Their claim: "Death on this planet is the reward of living, and a rebirth into the real life with God." I hear about so much suffering that I honestly feel that Hell is right here in Earth. I don't ascribe to this religion but this stuff makes alot of sense to me.

2. Why Do You Believe

Hmmm ... this is a toughie. This might sound like a simplistic, cop-out answer but I believe all this because it makes sense to me.

-gnd-

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Registered: 09-28-2004
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Sun, 11-13-2005 - 7:37pm

gnd

I often feel like I'm in the clouds...lol.(thanks)

Its funny I dont have true faith Ive tried, its just some people (like me) cant be honest an excepted in most churches..That is why I know so little really. For me to feel comfortable in most church setting I think Id have to lie about who I really am, Then what would be the point of being in church? But oddly enough I wonder sometimes if Faith of some sort is what Im missing. Like Im stuck in that (ole catch 22)I may need God but because of who I am I will never find him. Even if I could pull off the act..I cant lie to myself about what I believe now can I?

Stuck on earth

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Registered: 04-22-2003
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Sun, 11-13-2005 - 8:54pm

Dear Stuck,


I believe there is a difference between faith and spirituality.


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Registered: 03-26-2003
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Sun, 11-13-2005 - 9:50pm
we are in God's image, we are part God. God energy never
leaves you, you don't have to go too far to look (:- )
Are you confusing a lot with CHURCH? you are an individual
and have spirituality, church or no church. I like your name also.
Many of us feel stuck on earth, but we need to turn it around
and feel love on earth. love, Leila
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Registered: 09-28-2004
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Sun, 11-13-2005 - 10:01pm

leilade

**we are in God's image, we are part God. God energy never
leaves you, you don't have to go too far to look (:- )**

I understand it is easy for some to feel and believe the way you do, and I really respect it. But truthfully I just dont get how people can have your kinda faith (I wish I could) but with the world so messed up how can you?

Stuck on earth

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Registered: 03-30-2005
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Mon, 11-14-2005 - 12:42am
acceotance if Christ..it opens the reality of ones being. it opens a phase of understanding which comes in contact with substance. and provides surplus energies of the soul and the body.where in also one may incorporate them into our consciousness of oneness that better conditions in every way may be established. It also lets the real you come forth leaving deceptive thoughts that have been built up by error,selfish desires as one grows with constructive,spiritual thoughts always yeild a bontiful harvest of good ..Under the analysis of Truth all deception is brought into the light and///////// you are invited to enter into understanding to have the substance in mind and spirit. TO eat of the heavenly manna and drink of the living waters. (it does not come with expectations, expectations will not bring it about, it comes with the hearts desire when one is sufficently ready.....in leaving self righteousnes. perhaps I should stop here. regarding you as a precious one with the opportunity of living to gain LIFE (both important)--------------- by irakrause@netzero.com in the mist of trouble you can be in
peace and joy./////Within you comes forth to my mind the precious one that you
are.do not accept yourself as in the past, Realize right now that you are a
great treasure(no pride)///Keep the excellent spirit of being a
child-son-daughter of the Most High///What you walk away from God will lead you
,(instruction).In which you will follow and determine the futhure you
create,(Holy Spirit guidance). In closing God will treat you better than you
will treat yourself written by imperfect ira
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Registered: 09-28-2004
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Mon, 11-14-2005 - 5:47am

Irakrause

OK....But like I have said for some that passion for God comes easier to some than others I think. I have nothing but respect for people who have your faith, but I've gotta ask how its so clear when so many things are so messed up?

Stuck

Stuck on earth

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Registered: 03-30-2005
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Mon, 11-14-2005 - 11:07am
this whole world is messed up and no real justice. some countires you can get close to some justice but look at who is running them. I trust that I do not bore you if so let me know and I will back off in posting here. Some people never turn about from self righteousness to the desire for Gods righteousness (right use) . It is writen that yee of this world are not mine. Come out from among them. That is for those this world is no longer for them they will continue with the wheat and tares but are no longer of this world. Another way to look at it is there are the living dead and disembodied dead ,all are dead until made alive in Christ. Now I am very critical of churches and prefer spiritual unfoldment with truth dispelling errors to gain understanding ,increased wisdom to have wisdom and love united and continue partaking of the magesties unlimited supplu for needs and some wants. (notice some wants) Look at my profile . dedicated in love and service and still regard you as a precious one. will respond as you wish. in closeing by irakrause@netzero.com in the mist of trouble you can be in
peace and joy./////Within you comes forth to my mind the precious one that you
are.do not accept yourself as in the past, Realize right now that you are a
great treasure(no pride)///Keep the excellent spirit of being a
child-son-daughter of the Most High///What you walk away from God will lead you
,(instruction).In which you will follow and determine the futhure you
create,(Holy Spirit guidance). In closing God will treat you better than you
will treat yourself written by ira krause
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Registered: 04-22-2003
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Mon, 11-14-2005 - 4:17pm

Spirituality has little to do with the outside world and everything to do with the world within you.


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Registered: 03-26-2003
In reply to: stuck_on_earth
Mon, 11-14-2005 - 6:52pm
the world has nothing to do with me. It is not me, I am here for a blink.
I have faith. Why not? A new thought for you is that we create
with our thoughts. like, if you think of your friend in Nevada, she calls.
It is from your energy. ( maybe not every time) but you get the picture.
This is becomming more and more known. If I put out negetive thoughts and lack of faith
that won't help the planet or me. Love, Leila

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