Viole, did you read my longer post on the second page of these discussions? (post # 38) That is a very basic outline of what I believe and why. If you have a more specific objection based on something I said in that post, I would be glad to answer you.
And with regards to your Hindu friend, I...
Viole, thanks for your comments. :)
I would not want to believe in something that I did not believe to be true. So yes, it matters a great deal to me because I believe it to be true.
As to your last question, that is not the main reason my heart is broken (although that is a sobering...
And thanks! :) Appreciate it. And thanks for calling me out on the no preaching rule. :) I will try to more careful about the way I word things. Honestly that is hard for me because religion for me isn't a set of "beliefs." My heart and soul are bound to Christ and that defines my identity. It...
Hi Quintessence, good questions. :)
What would someone get out of talking to me?
People who dialogue with me would hear my opinion: I do not claim that it is a perfect opinion - or the best opinion - but I offer what I believe to be true and it matters a great deal to me.
What I get out of...
Mr. Platt,
I believe a great many things. :) Like you, and every other human being, I have an entire worldview which is shaped by my knowledge of God, the world, and personal experience. I will attempt to give you a general overview of what I believe concerning the basic branches of philosophy...
Hi Buddhist, thanks! I feel welcomed. ;)
And you are right: suffering is certainly a reality in this life. Each of us knows this from personal experience on various levels. I approach this topic with caution because I know it sits very close to the heart for many who have dealt with extreme...
Hello Evangelicalhumanist, thanks for your response.
Your piece “The God in Your Head is Real” is excellently written and was a very enjoyable read. In that one brief post you touched on significant metaphysical, epistemological, and ethical questions that cannot be shoved under the rug or...
If you don't believe in the God of the Bible or are unsure about what you believe concerning religion, please feel free to let me know any questions you have and I would love to dialogue with you. All conversation will be conducted in a polite, respectful manner.