Tag: Religion and Belief
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We need something to believe in
A person without a belief system is comparable to an empty shell. No matter who you are and what you do, the beliefs inside you propel you forward consciously and subconsciously. We all need to believe in something to achieve our dreams. For example, you need to believe in yourself when handling a challenge. You…
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This is Not Jesus Christ
Image from Jordan Anthony. The picture above is not that of Jesus Christ. It was a painting done less than 400 years ago, in 1632, by an artist named Diego Velázquez. It is an oil on canvas painting measuring 249 cm by 170 cm, currently housed in a Spanish Museum, Museo del Prado, Madrid. If…
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The God you seek is a concept inside you
Here is a question that most people struggle to answer despite the answer being outright: Does God exist? Some say and strongly believe he does, while others strongly believe he doesn’t. Only a few people answer that question correctly. The correct answer is that WE DO NOT KNOW. People can convince themselves that he exists…
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Why I was a Christian
I grew up firmly rooted in Christianity memorizing Bible verses, attending church, singing Christian songs, and professing my faith in salvation. Being “born again” was seen as obedience, and regular church attendance was considered a measure of faithfulness. As a child, I studied Christian Religious Education (CRE) as a compulsory subject. I got baptized long…
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Heaven is to the sky, while hell is to earth’s mantle
Suppressed Perspectives Some people will tell you they will go to heaven on the condition that they follow certain teachings. It is a laughable wish. Let us look into it step by step. Books talk about heaven and hell. Heaven is towards space, while hell is toward earth’s core. In the Bible, the word heaven…