I have not commented much here (other than outbursts of indignation and laughter directed at my screen) as I did not want to alter the postings and musing of those involved in exchanges.
Now that there is a bit of a lull, I have to say this has been entertaining and educational to say the least.
Rob has done an excellent job of sharing the light and provoking a few 'intellectuals' without them realizing what was happening...quite a well played chess move (yep, I am a chess club nerd from days past). I truly hope he doesn't retire fully from this thread (maybe just take a break to let those exhibiting trollish behavior towards him move away to another self-promoting activity).
As I said in a much earlier post, I don't agree with all Rob has said but I wanted to share a link below. I was raised Christian and have some close relatives that are missionaries and others that have jobs in high levels of some
true Christian organizations that specialize in helping those needing shelter, food and protection in this country and around the world.
A series of events turned me away from Christianity and all religion as a very young man (some circumstances were quite severe) and it took many years and science...yes science...to bring me back. I spent a great deal of time...years...learning about everything including quantum physics, multi-dimensions, biological realities and evolution. The bottom line is that I determined there must a supreme being and/or creator, there is mathematical precision to everything and this existence is not all there is...nor is it random.
Everyone has his/her own journey and must decide what path to take or not to take. I only hope that anyone questioning the purpose of this corporal existence keep an open mind and give God a chance to make a change in his/her awareness.
Now, to be clear, I do not agree with everyone and/or everything stated on the site of the link I share below (just as I don't believe all Rob has stated) as it is simply a source of others thoughts/insights of a few of the subjects brought up in this thread. It is important that anyone seeking more information realize that no human (or religious group) is fully correct or has all the answers to many of the peripheral (and sometimes irrelevant) questions. Don't let ridiculous statements/claims turn you away from seeking the truth and acquiring more knowledge.
https://www.reasons.org/home
btw, if you are someone truly seeking more knowledge and end up searching for a local or online church/group to be involved in, a good rule of thumb is to stay away from any 'preacher' that has his/her own jet. May everyone reading this have a happy and safe Easter, regardless of your beliefs.
That is some really good stuff there. As you say, we are
all on a journey.
If I look back on my own journey, there was a turning point in January 2007, when at the age of 40, having just won the Entrepreneur of the Year award, and having just raised $35 million for a company that I had led through 7 straight years of 100% revenue growth, I was unceremoniously removed as CEO of the company I had founded in 1999. In retrospect, it was absolutely the best thing that could have happened to me, but it surely sucked at the time. The Lord chastens those he loves. Been there!
As for fellowship, I think one of the important things to keep in mind is that the church establishment is full of "hirelings". The ones with the jets are the extreme case, but it runs the gamut, across denominations and cults. It is so important to develop
discernment in searching for truth. If someone shows up at a "church" and gets "love-bombed" but has no context of what to believe, they are a sitting duck to get fleeced of their money by an organization that may not give a
damn about their soul.
In addition to being on a
journey, I would also add that we all have a
purpose. Sometimes we are called to fulfill some purpose. To be clear, I am not talking about hearing clearly audible voices (that is likely demonic anyway). I am talking about the courageous
leap of faith to apply time, talent and treasure to do something for which we find ourselves in a unique position to make the world better.
Along the way, by all means, study the scriptures of various theologies and see what makes sense, i.e. aligns with verifiable history, and aligns with what you can observe. For me, the greatest proof that Jesus Christ is Lord is the authority that exists in His name. There is not a sin that exists that Jesus did not nail to his cross for those who believe He rose again. There is also not a bad habit that cannot be overcome.
Keep in mind, there really is a demonic realm and it
hates truth. Witches and occultists make a deal with the devil by literally onboarding demons. That's the deal. For a season, the power, talent and knowledge that the demonic realm offers someone, can mean money, fame, sex, and power. It can be extremely tempting. Listen to Tom Brady thank his witch wife Gisele for winning him another Super Bowl:
So, as the sun sets today in Jerusalem, it will be the start of Passover 2019. It happens to align this year with Good Friday, I implore all to put aside the selfish ambition, self-harm, drugs, booze, tattoo parlors, death metal, pornography, dabbling in the occult, hookup apps, and take a brief time out to contemplate
eternity. I can 100% guarantee that it will be the #1 best thing you do for your entire life!
