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I'm a teenage girl. I have been a Christian for much of my life, but recently I've felt like I'm not meant to be a Christian.
Here are a few things I want to say:
- I appreciate diversity in religion as well as many other things. I think people should be accepted for who they are, regardless of what they believe.
- I believe that all people have worth and all people need a voice.
- I'm not sure about my beliefs about death, but I know I don't believe in Hell.
- I believe that God is everywhere -- I think God is the spirit of life that is in us and all around us. I don't think of God as a deity that can alter the workings of the natural world.
- I believe strongly in being kind to other people as well as the Earth.
- I think of Jesus as a teacher who showed people how to live a life of love and compassion, and I admire the power of his love and the way he lived. Not too much more than that.
- I think people should never stop exploring their beliefs and values.
Thank you for any advice you might have. (By the way, I'm very sorry if what I said offends anyone in any way. I know many people think differently than I do, and I do not intend to insult anyone else's beliefs.) (link)
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First I would like to say that you are absolutely right about exploring your beliefs. It is my opinion that far to many people claim a belief in something but never really delve very deep into it to know what they are saying they believe in. You have a belief in God so my advice would be to pray and talk to God, whatever you think he is, and ask him to show you the truth. Pray and ask but don't forget to "listen" to what God tells you. Listen and allow yourself to be lead to truth.
Good luck on your spiritual journey. May god bless you and guide you on your way.
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