Thought today would be a good day to just go over in my head and write down what it is exactly that I believe... look at where my heart/head/soul are. If you agree/disagree, that's cool. It's up to each of us to make our own choices... So... here it goes.
Firstly.. I believe in One God. One that created the universe, and creatures within it. One that has a compassionate heart, because He loves his creation.
I believe that Jesus is the savior that has created a new covenant between people and God, and it is because of him that I have the opportunity to go to heaven; if i choose to live by God's word.
I believe that there are circumstances which can only be explained by intervention of a divine power.
That there is such a thing as evolution-- on a micro level. I do not think we came from apes, fish or any other animal; but that we've changed over millions of years to become the creatures we are today on the smaller scale; such as how our teeth have changed, how our skin changes based on where we are in the world, and how resiliant our bodies are to change in environment.
Genetics has a role in disease, but more so does environmental factors, such as food, work and air we breathe and pollute.
I think that so many misunderstandings in the "church" are causing people to be driven away. As the people of God, we shouldn't be fighting over how communion is done, but how we are going to spread the word of Christ to the people who haven't heard of him.
You can listen to any music you want, and still hold true to your beliefs.
I believe that our time on earth is limited... there's not reincarnation, or other lives that we need to strive to be better for.
That you can drink, smoke have tattoos and still be a useful child of god.
I believe that social rights and religious freedoms have been confused for far too long. So in that aspect... I do not support gay marriage, as I think it should be a covenant between the two people and God.. and God has written that it is not to be between two of the same sex. However, as far as social rights, like benefits, power of attorney, etc., I have no problem with... we should be able to choose who has these priveledges over our lives when the time comes.
I disagree with my own divorce. I don't think that I should have had to go through with it, based on our situation. However, both parties needed to be on the same page, and we weren't. I went for the divorce to protect my child and myself.
That other religions, belief systems have their role that they fill... all religions do.... they try to explain the "why" of our existence. Some make you work for your salvation, or reward... others do not.. Some of these cultures are truly beautiful. Yes... i said it... They are beautiful. However, that doesn't mean that I have given up everything I believe in.
Science has its place. Humans have minds that are exponentially full of potential. We only use 10% of the available "space". Science only explains the "how" of the world, and our surroundings. It still can't describe Love, hate, or other feelings beyond a synapse in the brain and hormones that are released. We still have a long way to go, and I'm very pro-science.
Just as two people can compromise on major life decisions, so can people be with someone who doesn't believe the same ideas that they do. I feel it can broaden our horizons. Open our eyes to something we may not have been aware of before.
I believe in living a simple life. I'm trying to work my way towards that everyday... simplifying, getting back to natural products, remedies, and food. I don't want man made chemicals running my life, making me sicker and lazier than I already am.
In the end, I think being "good people" is where a majority of our responsibility lies. Being there for your neighbor; being the person you want others to be to you; showing compassion and grace when it is least expected of you.
I do not think that my work is done. It isn't only about these things, but these are some biggies I feel affect us all. I hope these make sense and my reasonings are coherent. I have so much to learn in my new journey, and how I want Jackie to grow up. My hope is that I can present her with the most accurate information and let her choose what she believes in.
Hope everyone has a good Sunday.
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