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First off im 15 F. And I know alot of people aren't going to like this but whatever. All of my life i have never gone to church or anything, and I want to, like I want to have a church family and everything and I really would like a place to talk about my spirituality. But I cant find a church that I like. As for my religion, I basically have christian based values, but anyways here are my beleifs.
1. I beleive in god as a force and not a being.
(basically I believe in god as love in general.)
2. I dont believe in the devil. I think that was a
a story made up to scare people that if you sin
you will go to hell.
3. I don't believe in hell. I believe there is
heaven and thats all.
4. I know there was a man named Jesus and he taught great lessons, but I dont believe he rose from the dead and all that.
5. God is Love and Sin is Evil.
6. And last, people should be entitled to their own religion without anyone giving them a hard time.
Anyways, there is just a basis of whatI believe. So my question is, do you know of a church or religion that is basically all of those?
Also, I had this idea, maybe I could start a website forum where people could talk about this, sort of like starting my own religion,(hehe that sounds weird). Do you think many people would join me on that? Do you think anyone believes the way I do?
Any way, sorry its so long. I just really want to talk about what I believe and where I'm from, you would get beat up because everyone is very conservative baptist around here. Like I am the only democrat at my school. : ). soo, if you have any views on this, please tell me. Just keep them nice. Thanks in advance!!
I would like to commend you. At the tender age of fifteen... You have asked yourself some heavy questions. You have drawn your own conclusions... You have refused to allow others to sway your faith. You rock.
Anyway... No. Your belief system is not uncommon. Many people, including myself, believe just as you... Or hold beliefs very similiar to yours. You're not alone. We're here... We just don't like to advertise. If you're wondering why... Scroll down.
And no... Your belief system does not have a name. Or a church. Mostly because those of us that believe that everyone is entitled to believe as they wish... Well... Let's just say that we don't really fit in too well with the "organized-religion" crowd. My friends and I aren't too upset about it either. Why? Read a history book. Almost every organized religion is guilty of plagarism, ignorance, intolerance, and mass murder. Except for the Buddhists. And the Wiccans. My hat goes off to all the Buddhists and Wiccans reading my speel. (You're awesome.)
Sorry... I'm ranting now. Anyway... I don't really think it matters if there is a name or a church for what we believe. You're perfectly capable of worshipping the higher power all by yourself. Personally, I always thought that worshipping alone was a great deal more intimate. But maybe worship isn't the problem for you... Maybe you're looking for fellowship.
That... Is basicly what church is supposed to be about. A group of people who share similiar beliefs... Forming a type of relationship in an attempt to encourage and support each other. You don't need a name or a church for that. A name is a symbol, a church is a building... Both are empty things without people to give them meaning.
So... You have internet access... Why don't you try finding a group of like-minded people via your modem? A lot of online communites and chat forums have "groups" and some of these groups are spiritual in nature. I can't tell you which one you're looking for... The best way for you to find the fellowship you desire is to try joining several different groups and trying them on for size. If they don't fit, don't get discouraged. Just keep trying until you find what you're look for.
As for starting your own forum... I think that's a great idea. And yes... I do think people would join. Like I said... We're here. I will warn you that the job of a moderator can be a stressful one... So start out small. As your group grows recruit some of your more trustworthy members.
Ooo... I just had an idea. MYSPACE. If you do... You better message me and let me know. ;)
P.S. Check out a series of books called, "Conversations with God," by Neal Donald Walsch. I don't necessarily think the man talks to God... But he makes a lot of sense. To me at least. He also started a movement. Maybe it will interest you. If not... It could at least be a good read.
(Rating: 5) sorry I didnt rate sooner, Great advice!!!