Jesus, it would seem was a humanist. He came here (biblically speaking) and proclaimed freedom of religion. He opposed the afor written word. He said that God loved all of us, that God was no "respecter of persons".
He healed the sick (and by doing so showed compassion and understanding for imperfection).
He befriended people just like me. They liked to drink, fish, rebel-rouse,socialize, and said to them, have your fun, but remember others that differ in religion, and culture.
I guess I know a different Jesus than you do, Logan. And I am sorry that you are so sad about something that makes alot of people so happy.
You see, I could never live up to alot of peoples expectations. I am peirced, tattoed, I am over indulged in food and drink, I like to root for the underdog, live a good life, and believe that the good lord loves me.
I am greatful for it. I feel a weight is lifted off me, so much so that I am immune to hate, gossip, jeolousy, and misunderstanding.
I am happy "just as I am". I don't need to prove my loyalty. I believe God loves me, that he will always love me, and nobody can ever take that away. Not anybody. Not self-proclaimed prophets, orgs, sour pusses, laws, family, friends, nobody...
It is too precious. It is my well-being in this life.
After what I was put through in the tower, it is a wonder I have a capacity to love. I am serious too. They tried so hard to drive common decency from me. There are so many people here on this board who were shunned by blood family, forgotten by 'friends', abused by all......
No wonder some shake their fists at God.....I understand why you do too, Logansrun.
My wish for you is that you soften. That you are not alone. That someone loves you. I wish this for you....
I am sorry for rambling on.....