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Originally Posted by Ace22  Do you still believe that Jesus Christ is your Lord and savior? Much of what is said here is backed up by biblical teachings. I don't pay attention to those who doubt the validity of the Bible. I believe that it is perfect in it's Hebrew form and to this day, if you have someone translate the Hebrew to English, it is almost verbatim in the new American Standard. If God is the perfect higher creator, His word must be perfect as well.
Catholicism has "added" much to the writings which is wrong. Adding or subtracting from the Bible is against God's will. This is why many truth seeking Catholics eventually leave the catholic church once they study the Bible for themselves.
My only advice is: Keep the fundamentals in your practice. Remember that your only connection to God is through the Son, Christ Jesus. The Holy spirit is here to help you. Trust Jesus, not the pope.
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There is certainly a lot of Truth in the Chrstian Bible - regardless of the version. And there is Truth in Hinduism. And there is Truth in Buddhism. And there is Truth in Wicca. And there is Truth in Islam. And there is Truth in all Indiginous Paths.
God's Word is everywhere and His Truth is omnipresent. If we allow ourselves to see only one part of His Truth, then we are limiting our connection to Him.
The Holy Spirit is alive in all things. In the stones of the Earth, in the Trees of the forests, in the air of the winds and water of the oceans. The Holy Spirit is alive in us as well. In this way, we are all connected to one another, but also to all things in this world and beyond.
This is the essence of Truth and just about every "religion" recognizes this in some way. We may use different words to describe this connection and how it manifests itself for us; we may have different rituals that help us achieve that connection, but in the end, we are all doing the same thing and are all connecting to the same Source.
Ace,
I respect your beliefs and am happy for you that you have a strong faith. If you live your faith - whatever it is - this is a good thing. I also admire the fact that you share your beliefs. Thank you for that.
Dream23,
I wish you luck in your search for that strong connection. I followed a similar path at your age and, like you, gained a stronger and very personal connection to God because of it. The things I learned from other religions, other practitioners, other Holy Men (and women), showed me what I said above - that ALL things have Truth and that if we have an open heart we can find it anywhere and with anyone.
Follow Erin's advice on seeking to better connect with your Guides and Angels. Let the Lights be your markers. When you see them, rther than turning away in fear, turn towards them with openess and love. The response you will get will be one of the most impactful things in your life and it will shape your future and help you see the Path that has been laid out for you.
Aho Mitaque Oyasin,