tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post1120338062740132899..comments2023-04-11T03:54:04.419-07:00Comments on Commentary by Val: Losing my religionValhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15297338462983613290noreply@blogger.comBlogger13125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-34779131811577960262010-09-14T23:38:16.981-07:002010-09-14T23:38:16.981-07:00Relativism?Relativism?noblevevesselhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15150042137239045256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-12077097690630506182010-08-15T21:02:59.743-07:002010-08-15T21:02:59.743-07:00I believe it is possible to be a VERY spiritualper...I believe it is possible to be a VERY spiritualperson without EVER setting foot in a church, temple, mosque, etc. Have you ever looked into "deism". I have been reading up on it, and it seems to be about a BELIEF in God, combined with a freedom to appreciate God in the way that is best for you personally.Joannahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15409225119134162318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-10926203806408093252010-08-15T13:53:52.379-07:002010-08-15T13:53:52.379-07:00@Don
"...I believe in a creator and a purpos...@Don<br /><br />"...I believe in a creator and a purpose for our creation, and the overall indication that it involves treating people as you yourself would like to be treated."<br /><br />That's it right there. What more does anyone need to know?Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15297338462983613290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-81324402285000869932010-08-15T13:52:33.035-07:002010-08-15T13:52:33.035-07:00@Blogger Beauty and Health Editor
"There is ...@Blogger Beauty and Health Editor<br /><br />"There is nothing far worse than hypocrisy and double standards."<br /><br />I think hypocrisy is religion's major problem. How can you teach love and hate at the same time? How can you teach tolerance and intolerance at the same time?<br /><br />And the hypocrisy of the clergy is astounding. Do as I say not as I do?<br /><br />It was just too much for me.Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15297338462983613290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-22295051143214980582010-08-15T09:43:31.401-07:002010-08-15T09:43:31.401-07:00Co-sign. Add me to the list of human beings who un...Co-sign. Add me to the list of human beings who understand there to be more negatives involved in religious folks and religion, in general, due to a variety of many different reasons. <br /><br />Jehovah's Witnesses is the lone readings which stand along the same spiritual lines as myself, although there are still many unanswered questions surrounding their material.<br /><br />Like yourself, I believe in a creator and a purpose for our creation, and the overall indication that it involves treating people as you yourself would like to be treated.<br /><br />And that particular sentiment is spiritual, like a motherf*cker.Donhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02904024507867487521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-64828063297240462652010-08-14T18:19:23.714-07:002010-08-14T18:19:23.714-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Antonia - Beauty Health Finance and Green Issues Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18105675673609631392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-54008996532707751832010-08-14T09:42:03.591-07:002010-08-14T09:42:03.591-07:00@brohammas
Thanks.@brohammas<br /><br />Thanks.Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15297338462983613290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-13830736446849235772010-08-13T19:12:30.242-07:002010-08-13T19:12:30.242-07:00Val, I know you know what and who I am. As such, ...Val, I know you know what and who I am. As such, I will say, any thing or relationship, that strengthens one's relationship with God, is good.<br /><br />Without sharing your organizational disdain, I support you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-33349187837276076492010-08-13T09:13:41.793-07:002010-08-13T09:13:41.793-07:00@Lin
True, many find comfort there. And I think t...@Lin<br /><br />True, many find comfort there. And I think that's the major draw for some. But for others it's a chance to be a bully.Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15297338462983613290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-87402997983653023912010-08-13T09:12:42.835-07:002010-08-13T09:12:42.835-07:00@Desertflower
"I felt that it was much like ...@Desertflower<br /><br />"I felt that it was much like a social club with all the class divisions (that I dislike and rebel against so much) of society firmly ensconced within it."<br /><br />That's what I saw too.<br /><br />And there are def good people involved in religion but sometimes it seems like they are outnumbered.Valhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15297338462983613290noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-13667770222916107762010-08-12T11:16:15.316-07:002010-08-12T11:16:15.316-07:00@ Moanerplicity: I agree! You've hit the nail ...@ Moanerplicity: I agree! You've hit the nail on the head! :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-38198691354582303262010-08-12T07:06:45.734-07:002010-08-12T07:06:45.734-07:00Religion provides a sense of comfort & fellows...Religion provides a sense of comfort & fellowship to many, & maybe that's why the need for it continues. <br /><br />Personally, I feel that when we keep our spirit open, our judgment at bay, & our chi in order, then we're ahead of the game, no matter what label we choose to give it.<br /><br />One.Moanerplicityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750801733829859144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8131459327788094296.post-34246706023410423302010-08-12T05:01:59.834-07:002010-08-12T05:01:59.834-07:00Great post! Very thought provoking for me!
I feel ...Great post! Very thought provoking for me!<br />I feel just as you do.<br />After I raised my kids in the church I gave up on organized religion too. <br /><br />I felt that it was much like a social club with all the class divisions (that I dislike and rebel against so much) of society firmly ensconced within it. <br /><br />However, those same people that I long ago prayed with, sang with, heatedly debated with in bible class, and developed bonds with, have held all night long prayer vigils for me upon knowing that I have cancer.<br /><br />I do believe in the power of prayer. I have seen it in action and I know it works!<br /><br />Group prayer and the laying on of hands (which I also believe in) can only be done by a group. <br /><br />So I dunno....complicated...if only people would drop their prejudices fears and hatreds.....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com