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Originally posted by AnimositisominA
Some people get pissed off or scared when somebody presents something that doesn't agree with their view on things. Just like when I say that I believe that Jesus was the only real Christian. Ever. I wholeheartedly believe that too. I am sure that there are many who would slit my throat for saying it.edit on 31-1-2012 by AnimositisominA because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by BrokenCircles
reply to post by michaelsherlock
[color=7A7A7A]My brain has not yet fully awakened this morning, so that could be a factor, but I don't really think that it is.
What are you talking about?
What is the point? To spark a heated discussion and/or controversy?
edit on 1/31/12 by BrokenCircles because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by wdkirk
reply to post by michaelsherlock
Yes, religion, Christ, God, belief....all tools used to control the masses. The oldest form of control and government.
I don't have imaginary friends anymore.
Originally posted by Oxygenation
Belief can work both ways.. lets not forget.
For you may believe in the "i am Christ" philosophy as many others would believe in the "i am the son of Satan" philosophy..
Belief can be placed into any idea and thus power that idea.. that is why i would say for you to place your belief in your said idea is an extreme action.
You may think you know what you are talking about and you may put things very eloquently and articulately but to think you are Christ when you have not walked in his shoes for even a moment is in itself to many a religious folk, an act of blasphemy.
Originally posted by Oxygenation
Belief can work both ways.. lets not forget.
For you may believe in the "i am Christ" philosophy as many others would believe in the "i am the son of Satan" philosophy..
Belief can be placed into any idea and thus power that idea.. that is why i would say for you to place your belief in your said idea is an extreme action.
You may think you know what you are talking about and you may put things very eloquently and articulately but to think you are Christ when you have not walked in his shoes for even a moment is in itself to many a religious folk, an act of blasphemy.
Originally posted by charles1952
Dear michaelsherlock,
I am violating a rule by writing when I don't know what I'm going to say, yet I feel I have to.
There is no question that the worship of oneself is the way to the greatest happiness while you are alive. But religion should not be about happiness, but about truth.
I know that I am ignorant, I also know that I have character traits which are justly called sins (although the world doesn't use that word anymore).
I most certainly do not want to magnify myself, or my inner being, or my consciousness, or whatever, to the status of Godhood. I am not qualified for that task.
I have more than enough glory in the name "Child of God." And when Jesus said we would no longer be called servants but His friends, I had set for me the greatest possible goal.
I am content.
With respect,
Charles1952
Originally posted by charles1952
Dear michaelsherlock,
I am violating a rule by writing when I don't know what I'm going to say, yet I feel I have to.
There is no question that the worship of oneself is the way to the greatest happiness while you are alive. But religion should not be about happiness, but about truth.
I know that I am ignorant, I also know that I have character traits which are justly called sins (although the world doesn't use that word anymore).
I most certainly do not want to magnify myself, or my inner being, or my consciousness, or whatever, to the status of Godhood. I am not qualified for that task.
I have more than enough glory in the name "Child of God." And when Jesus said we would no longer be called servants but His friends, I had set for me the greatest possible goal.
I am content.
With respect,
Charles1952
Originally posted by Oxygenation
reply to post by AwnAegisean
Sure cos to nuke "me and my kind" would be the correct course of action to bring about peace..
An evil act never precedes a peaceful outcome... or is that something your young mind does not overstand?
Christians should not aim to live like Christ, for such a thing is possibly impossible as he most probably is a myth, so to be like Christ is the same as being like Superman! Dont try it, trust me! You will fall! But seriously, the same philosophy can be applied to any religion, or any other belief system. Be that which you worship! I am not saying worship yourself, as this is a sickness all to prevelant in our societies, but instead, emancipate your thinking beyond belief, move from worshiping and following the hero without to the hero within! Dont ask for forgiveness, give it to yourself, dont ask for anything, enable yourself.
Although the context is Christian in this particular thread, it is merely a common symbol most in the West are familar with, so to use Christ as the symbol for this philosophy, is simply the result of my social location and the locaation of the audience. the symbol needs to be understood! Yes, this philosophy would lead to people living a life like the Christ in thier mind, but not the Christ from the scriptures who promoted killing people who did not believe in him, and disrespecting your parents etc.
That was an exceptionally brilliant plan, aside for the one tiny flaw.
Originally posted by AwnAegisean
I would like to kindly ask, you, and all peoples whom are simillar to you... to stop argueing with, and insulting people, simply because you dont understand what they have said/wrote...
[ it makes me tired, to read pointless criticism, that holds no merit, or logic...
peoples whom question things?
all peoples whom are simillar to you...
Not that I care what you think, but I was doing none of that. I was simply asking for an explanation.
stop argueing with, and insulting people, simply because you dont understand what they have said/wrote...
If your only concern was to spread a message, then you would not withhold some of the details, as you clearly stated here↓.
Originally posted by michaelsherlock
I do not have an ulterior motive, other than getting a message across....
Originally posted by michaelsherlock
I have not gone into all of the nuts and bolts, as I will leave some for those who buy my book, which is due to be released in Autumn/Fall this year, however your thoughts would be appreciated!
I had not read your autobiography, before opening this particular thread. So the beginning that I saw, was the opening post of this thread. You did not mention that in the opening post of this thread. Therefore, it was in fact an ulterior motive, from my point of view.
Originally posted by michaelsherlock
......one that forms the focus of a three volume series I have written. In my profile I say it. From the very beginning I have said it, so I am being honest and up front about my motivations.