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I strive to remain in balance, that I try to act in a good and beneficial way towards myself and others. But I don't understand what you mean by "materialism or spiritualism". Could you elaborate?
Originally posted by lobotomizemecapin
Satan does not exist. Therefore satan can not be a whistleblower lol
Originally posted by Starchild23
reply to post by smithjustinb
So judge not for what is is meant to be and couldn't and shouldn't be any other way.
So in other words, hell was meant to be on earth and we were meant to be enslaved in a monetary system that will end up either destroying us or turning us into mindless soldiers for an empire that never wanted independent citizens to begin with - unless they produce ways to take stuff from other countries.
What a great big load of steaming tosh fresh from the sheeples' garden.
Originally posted by Starchild23
Originally posted by smithjustinb
Originally posted by smithjustinb
Originally posted by MagnumOpus
It was Lucifer who rebelled against God and who through pride, coveted the Throne of God and the worship that belonged to God alone. This resulted in a mighty war in Heaven. Lucifer, along with one third of the angelic host was defeated by the Archangel Michael and was cast down from Heaven to the earth where he became known as "Satan", a name which literally means; "Adversary" as well as "Devil", which means, "Accuser of the brethren."
It's not the fact that lucifer was a light bearer, its about what satan represents. Judgement is God's worst and most subtle adversary that is keeping us all from seeing God within ourselves and feeling the light of God's presence. So judge not for what is is meant to be and couldn't and shouldn't be any other way. When you see this truth, people will see God in your eyes as you see God in theirs.
The knowledge of good and evil was the first thing Satan gave to humanity. Essentially, the "knowledge of good and evil" is our tendency to label things as such and differentiate between what is good and bad. This equates to judging. Anytime we label things in a dualistic manner, we are serving a Satanic agenda, which is to keep all of us away from the inner light of truth. We could light up like angels and live in harmony.
Wait...good and evil is how we define things that cause pleasure and pain. Abolish these two things, and we no longer differentiate between that which helps and harms.
We could kill instead of heal, or break instead of repair. In fact, half of us would be dead from sheer stupidity, in every literal sense of the term. You are absolutely dumbified by your faith, you know that?
Originally posted by Starchild23
Originally posted by smithjustinb
Originally posted by MagnumOpus
It was Lucifer who rebelled against God and who through pride, coveted the Throne of God and the worship that belonged to God alone. This resulted in a mighty war in Heaven. Lucifer, along with one third of the angelic host was defeated by the Archangel Michael and was cast down from Heaven to the earth where he became known as "Satan", a name which literally means; "Adversary" as well as "Devil", which means, "Accuser of the brethren."
It's not the fact that lucifer was a light bearer, its about what satan represents. Judgement is God's worst and most subtle adversary that is keeping us all from seeing God within ourselves and feeling the light of God's presence. So judge not for what is is meant to be and couldn't and shouldn't be any other way. When you see this truth, people will see God in your eyes as you see God in theirs.
You know, I'm starting to see a few parallels here. God throws Lucifer from Heaven because Lucifer questions His regime...the government imprisons Manning for treason after he points out crimes and critical flaws in their system - crimes and flaws willingly created and committed.
Yep. Totally voting for God now.edit on CWednesdaypm575711f11America/Chicago18 by Starchild23 because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by Starchild23
Originally posted by smithjustinb
Originally posted by MagnumOpus
It was Lucifer who rebelled against God and who through pride, coveted the Throne of God and the worship that belonged to God alone. This resulted in a mighty war in Heaven. Lucifer, along with one third of the angelic host was defeated by the Archangel Michael and was cast down from Heaven to the earth where he became known as "Satan", a name which literally means; "Adversary" as well as "Devil", which means, "Accuser of the brethren."
It's not the fact that lucifer was a light bearer, its about what satan represents. Judgement is God's worst and most subtle adversary that is keeping us all from seeing God within ourselves and feeling the light of God's presence. So judge not for what is is meant to be and couldn't and shouldn't be any other way. When you see this truth, people will see God in your eyes as you see God in theirs.
You know, I'm starting to see a few parallels here. God throws Lucifer from Heaven because Lucifer questions His regime...the government imprisons Manning for treason after he points out crimes and critical flaws in their system - crimes and flaws willingly created and committed.
Yep. Totally voting for God now.edit on CWednesdaypm575711f11America/Chicago18 by Starchild23 because: (no reason given)
5. God fearing? What kind of *&^% is that?
Originally posted by Starchild23
reply to post by notquiteright
5. God fearing? What kind of *&^% is that?
Exactly what I've been saying. No loving, omniscient, benevolent god wants its creations to fear it. Ask any parent...they would rather their child be successful in an entirely different way, than have their child worship them in a completely stagnant life.
Originally posted by lobotomizemecapin
Satan does not exist. Therefore satan can not be a whistleblower lol
Originally posted by TZela
My take on the information provided in the bible regarding Lucifer/Satan is that one of the duties humans will have in the future is judging angels.(1 Corinthians 6:3).
If you are allowed to judge someone that implies you have some authority over them and your decision can affect them.
Originally posted by TZela
reply to post by smithjustinb
I wouldn't think of judging man or angels. I didn't say I would of my own volition. It certainly is not my place. I was merely pointing out that the bible states that the destiny of humans (I assume after death and resurrection in a spirit form) is to judge angels. I assume if this is true those who achieve that state will know they are supposed to be judging angels.edit on 19-4-2012 by TZela because: (no reason given)edit on 19-4-2012 by TZela because: spelling corrections
Originally posted by Elentarri
Originally posted by lobotomizemecapin
Satan does not exist. Therefore satan can not be a whistleblower lol
I always thought the hebrew god - the one in the bible etc- was a confused control freak psychopathic maniac with multiple personality disorders, or he is actually a woman with permanent PMS.
edit on 19/44/12 by Elentarri because: (no reason given)
originally posted by: MagnumOpus
One that always catches the most flack gets named Licifer and this name and some of the others stems from the Latan Vulgate translastions done by Jerome. The Angel really had a different name, but the translation is what we have in popular context.
The Bible only mentions the names of four angels from the countless millions that have been created. They are, Gabrielle, whose name means, "God is Mighty", Michael, whose name means, "Like God", Raphael, whose name means, "God Heals", and Lucifer, whose name means, "Light Bearer". All of them were created good!