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  1. Tre-L

    Good and Evil?

    I think the account in Genesis depicts mankind's struggle between two seemingly opposing forces, i.e. A positive and creative force Vs. a negative and destructive force. Both of which mankind are capable of tapping into. Even so, how does the concepts of good and evil apply to mankind? Is one...
  2. Tre-L

    A parable and a challenge

    That would be the question, violet. Can mankind "still" realize the kingdom? Mankind's excessive appetite and want for more has caused a great deal of conflict in our world. Our inheritance was never meant to be a means of conflict between our brothers and sisters after all, but rather something...
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    A parable and a challenge

    I suppose it depends on how a person defines the term "key" the definition I am using is "something that gives an explanation or identification or provides a solution" (Such as the key to a riddle). In this case the key is something that provides a solution, as it identifies how mankind could...
  4. Tre-L

    What's in a name?

    Belive me I am perfectly capable of standing and walking on my own two feet. The op is directed at those who think a literal belief in Jesus' name is necessary for salvation. I submit that it isn't, and of course love is common theme in most religions; it is the thread able to help us coexist...
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    Salvation

    The point I was making is that the term "God" is possibly derived from the concept of "good" and likewise the term "Devil" is possibly derived from the concept of "evil". Good being the positive and creative force in existence, and evil being the destructive and negative force in existence. The...
  6. Tre-L

    Good and Evil?

    Yes, I am aware of this passage, but what exactly is good and evil as it applies to mankind?
  7. Tre-L

    A parable and a challenge

    Btw, thank you for playing along, violet. I get bored easily and wanted to have a little fun. :p
  8. Tre-L

    A parable and a challenge

    Not all, but most undervalue the "gift" and yes god is the father who left us the inheritance, which includes the gift (Key) to a happy and abundant life. Before you identify the gift, what do you think the total sum of our inheritance is?
  9. Tre-L

    Good and Evil?

    What is good and what is evil? Do these two 'forces' exist at all, or are they simply concepts dependent upon the subjective experiences of man? What is good for one may not be good for another, and the opposite is true for evil. How then do we identify and express the specific and...
  10. Tre-L

    Salvation

    What if "God" is simply a metaphor for all that is "good" in life? Shouldn't we then value and love what is good first? If we don't value and love what is good first, then how can we possibly love others effectively?
  11. Tre-L

    What's in a name?

    Yes Misty, I know you do, and I am sorry. I'm not sure what to tell you or how to simplify my views for you. I suppose the point I was making is that a literal belief in the man Jesus is not necessary for Christian salvation. What [is] necessary is to believe in what Jesus represented, which is...
  12. Tre-L

    What's in a name?

    It is written: "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but...
  13. Tre-L

    Why doesnt god kill Satan?

    It could be that God is simply a metaphor for "Good", while the Devil (Satan) is simply a metaphor for "Evil". Both of which are dependent upon the subjective experiences of man, so it is quite likely that the term God derived from the creative and pleasant aspects of life, whereas the opposite...
  14. Tre-L

    Blasphemy of the Holy Spirit

    I believe that the only reason blasphemy of the holy Spirit is unforgivable is because without it we cannot know life as it was meant to be lived. If God is love, then the holy Spirit consists of love also, no? If we view love to be of Satan, and we reject it then we won't be able to embrace...
  15. Tre-L

    Which Choice Best Describes Your Faith (or lack thereof)?

    I am not religious, but I do call myself a Christian (Ironic?) I simply do not adhere to Christianity's legalistic doctrines, and the so called basic tenants of the Christian faith. I don't think that Christianity was ever meant to be a religion, but rather a way of life as demonstrated by...
  16. Tre-L

    Thanks for the welcome, zen.

    Thanks for the welcome, zen.
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  17. Tre-L

    Live, Love & Laugh

    Yes you did, enchanted_one .... thank you!
  18. Tre-L

    A parable and a challenge

    You are a hard lady to please, violet. Actually, a parable is a short allegorical story designed to illustrate or teach some truth, religious principle, or moral lesson. By this definition, what I posted is a parable. :yes: Btw, I listened to some of your music last night. I particularly enjoyed...
  19. Tre-L

    A parable and a challenge

    Funny stuff, but yes quite sad for the mans children! :facepalm:
  20. Tre-L

    A parable and a challenge

    Nice, Riverwolf!! You are extremely close to the intended meaning. There is one thing standing in your way of interpreting this thing as intended. It is the idea that the kingdom of heaven is in the afterlife. As for your question ..... I'm sure it won't be long before I post the intended...
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