“Those who believe religion and politics aren't connected don't understand either.” ― Mahatma Gandhi.Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
💕💖.4 WORDS: old enough to consent.Gems to find, you the man, tall, strong, smart, retired, self made, jack and marbles still in your head, strangers to friends, here on cl, that will be the day.“Those who believe religion and politics aren't connected don't understand either.” ― Mahatma Gandhi..Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
Most Christians don’t believe in heaven, and if they don’t believe in heaven, then it is unlikely they truly believe in any facet of their professed religious faith. Here are the grounds that support my conclusion.It is said that God's ultimate plan is to achieve our salvation—to deliver us from evil and enable us to join him in his heavenly kingdom. But what is heaven?2 Peter 1:11.And God will open wide the gates of heaven for you to enter into the eternal kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
Heaven has a point of entry--a gate, and must therefore have walls. Walls prevent evil from entering. And since selfishness is the root of all evil, heaven must be the absence of selfishness. So it stands to reason that God's ultimate plan is to deliver us from selfishness (the root of all evil).
If Christians truly wish to go to heaven, a place where no selfishness exists, they would make an effort to create heaven on earth. They would not only minimize their own selfishness, but in their desire to achieve a Selfless Utopian Society (or “Heaven on Earth”), they would be the least selfish people on our planet—charitable, living frugal lifestyles. Yet many so-called “Christians” are wealthy, excessively indulgent advocates of the Prosperity Gospel. They cling to self-serving biases in order to justify their selfishness while outright ignoring Jesus’ request to give up earthly possessions and follow him.
These “Christians” interpret Scripture literally only when it is convenient for them. They will give a thousand reasons why following the unmistakeable words expressed by Jesus himself could not possibly be interpreted in a manner that accurately conveys God’s true intentions:Matthew 19:23-26. I tell you the truth, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. When the disciples heard this, they were greatly astonished and asked, “Who then can be saved?” Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.”Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
Think deeply about this. It’s an observation based on empirical evidence and firmly founded upon sound moral principles that promote human flourishing and minimize suffering. A statement that clearly reveals whether or not people who call themselves “Christians” take their faith seriously. As previously mentioned, if heaven is the absence of selfishness, then to create heaven on earth, they would minimize their own selfish behavior. Of course, all humans have needs and must be selfish in order to survive. Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
Yet, there is a threshold where basic needs are satisfied and the fear of an uncertain future is no longer a concern. It is at this point where we are asked to turn our attentions toward helping the downtrodden reach this same level of security and fulfillment. When we do this, we create a world that is as close to heaven as it gets, An unselfish world where everyone has equal opportunities to add value to our flexibly cooperative society in their own unique ways. A world where everyone can achieve ultimate joy by finding meaning and actualizing purpose in their lives.
Any Christian whose lifestyle opposes this godly vision is selfish and doesn't truly wish to go to heaven; otherwise they would try as best they can to create heaven on earth. God understands our hearts. He knows whether we are overly concerned about our own well-being. He knows whether we truly care to improve the lives of others.
Our true intentions are demonstrated in everything we do, and it is also reflected in our political ideologies. If you are a privileged member of society who cares only to protect your privileges, then you are not making an effort to advance God's ultimate plan. Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
You do not wish to go to heaven because you do not even care to create heaven on earth. You are using your “Christianity” for self-serving purposes. And if we follow this reasoning to its logical conclusion, it is highly doubtful that you even truly believe in God.Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
The statements above represent my current understanding of the world interpreted from my own unique perspective. I’m not saying I’m right. I am merely a student who wishes to learn as much as possible throughout my journey in life. I welcome all feedback that either invalidates or improves upon my views. If you care to respond, please do so in a rational manner, entering your thoughts in the comments section of this post. Same story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear. Thanks.
💕💖.4 WORDS: old enough to consent.Gems to find, you the man, tall, strong, smart, retired, self made, jack and marbles still in your head, strangers to friends, here on cl, that will be the day.“Those who believe religion and politics aren't connected don't understand either.” ― Mahatma GandhiSame story, different day, snake charmer, and the best sucker or licker to walk the face of the earth. For how long?LIGHTS OUT: Good luck, lots of joys and lots of love, hands to hold, angels on earth, earth angels at that age.Hats To Wear.
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