I stole the first paragraph below (politely) from my nephew on his blog and decided to add my thoughts: "Christianity is the second of the Abrahamic faiths; it follows Judaism and is followed by Islam. It differs in its belief of Jesus, as not a prophet nor historical figure, but as God in human form. The Holy Trinity is the concept that God takes three forms: the Father, the Son (Jesus), and the Holy Ghost (sometimes called Holy Spirit). Jesus taught the idea of instead of seeking revenge, one should love his or her neighbors and enemies. Christians believe that Jesus died on the cross to save humankind and forgive people's sins." ---------(Spazzmo Says)--------- Pretty sterile definition of "Christianity". Unfortunately, that's exactly how most of the world sees it; sterile, rigid, unforgiving. It's too bad we "Christians" (screw it, anytime I say "we", I mean me) can't live what Christ truly taught. The whole idea of truly ...
Wondering what this stack 'o' reading says about me, that is... I've been trying to whittle it down and realized I have a LONG way to go! I look over the pile and am a bit frightened by how much it really says about who I am... anyone willing to weigh in with a comment?! (Yeah, I know I'm leaving myself w-i-d-e open...)
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Odette