egyptian burial.
saturdays daily mail - uk newspaper.
finally, and perhaps most importantly of all, the passport to eternity would be put in the tomb with the deceased.
Matthew 23:15 “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! because you traverse sea and dry land to make one proselyte, and when he becomes one you make him a subject for Ge·hen´na twice as much so as yourselves.
Matthew 23:13
“Serpents, offspring of vipers, how are you to flee from the judgment of Ge·hen´na?These are Jesus’ own words. What was he referring to? The part of the Bible that trendy Christians want to ignore?
please back up with scriptural evidence.. .
meagan.
ps thanks in advance
Edited due to posting on wrong thread.
egyptian burial.
saturdays daily mail - uk newspaper.
finally, and perhaps most importantly of all, the passport to eternity would be put in the tomb with the deceased.
Egyptian Burial. Saturdays Daily mail - UK newspaper.
Finally, and perhaps most importantly of all, the passport to eternity would be put in the tomb with the deceased.
The Book of the Dead contained the vital answers its owner would need when faced with questions from “Judge of the Deceased,” the powerful Egyptian god Osiris.
Give the right answers and the deceased would spend eternity in heaven, a sort of idealised version of the real Egypt, but with better weather and no snakes.
Get it wrong and they might find themselves being devoured by monsters in Hell.”
How different is this to the fear Christian religions instill in their followers?
being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.
in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.
so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.
James Thomas - Once again you have, in my opinion, introduced the most meaningful thread on this board.
And many more since!
do you still believe in the god of the bible or some vague supreme being?
do you believe in god and still consider yourself christian?
do you believe that jesus is part of some godhead?
Believers, please define your 'God' if you are able to.
This is an interesting thread title and loaded with clues as to where peoples gods originate from.
First it is necessary to be a believer. If you believe, god is there, if you don’t he is not.
‘Please define your god.’ Here we see that the god is a possession of the believer .
Then despite being a believer, there is doubt as to whether the believer can define their god.
It seems that the more someone believes and the greater their imagination, the more of a reality their god becomes.
religion tells us that man has a damaged consciousness polluted by sin.
religion tells us that man cannot think or reason on his own power.
religion teaches us that .
Wise words James. You have recommended the book, The Power of Now - by Eckhart Tolle. I have read the book and found it very much along the lines of what you are saying.
Religion is only one illusion. To escape the treachery of the human mind we have to completely separate from our identification with it. This requires the use of a deeper part of us. It is this concept that Terry rejects believing that the thinking mind can square the whole sum through logical thought, backed by tangible evidence. I see the value of this approach but it binds us to total reliance on our thought process. I think the greater the intellect the greater the tendency to rely on it totally.
I find it interesting to knock these ideas back and forth and have enjoyed all the comments on this thread but don't have time to comment further right now, as I am off out.
Be Seeing You
religion tells us that man has a damaged consciousness polluted by sin.
religion tells us that man cannot think or reason on his own power.
religion teaches us that .
IF MAN IS FLAWED, TRICKY AND POLLUTED........WHY TRUST HIM AT ALL WITH ANY MESSEGE PURPORTED TO BE PURE AND TRUE???
Religious leaders are nothing more than politicians and just as corrupt and greedy. They claim to have some special connection to God that the rest of us are denied unless we join their club and support their system. This always involves the transfer of money from their adherents to them.
The Bible and all belief systems are as flawed as the men who created them. How could it be otherwise?
There is no paradox in my mind. I don’t trust them or believe a word they say.
I already have a direct connection with the source of life - without it I would be dead! There is nothing that I can be sold that will improve what I already have. I reject beliefs that cause people to live in fear mistaking defence of their beliefs as defence of their lives, blinded to real threats and in terror of losing their faith.
Owning our own minds is the greatest freedom we can posses as humans. Your campaign, Terry, to enlighten people and free them from the bondage and tyranny of religion is a noble endeavour.
another book i didn't know about but sounds interesting.
"crazy" therapies: what are they?
do they work?.
Lady Lee
I work as a Psychotherapist in the UK. No approved therapist would have any objection to answering all the questions suggested. I send out an information pack which contains the information shown below. In addition it clearly states the terms of business and the importance of punctuality. I also enclose a brochure provided by the organisation that I belong to.
“Thank you for your enquiry. You may have requested this information because you are having difficulty coping or coming to terms with your life at present. You may have reached a point in your life where you feel that you need help to overcome a problem. It may be due to something that has occurred recently. It could be something that you have suffered with for as long as you can remember but have decided that the time has come for you to get help in dealing with your feelings. Perhaps there is something that you would like to do that you cannot or something that you are doing that you would like to stop doing.
Life is not always easy and just finding the will and courage to deal with each day can be a challenge. Knowing what sort of help you need and finding someone who you feel you can trust who will offer the right help, is in itself a challenge. We all have times in all our lives when we need to be listened to. At such times, we need to be able to share our experiences, thoughts and feelings with someone who is able to accept our hurt and confusion and help to find a way through the impasse that has been reached. Family and friends can be a great help at such times but they may not always be able to be there in this way. They may not know how to help or may be too emotionally involved to be able to listen objectively. Sometimes there are things that need to be looked into that you would not want to share with those close to you.
Therapy can help you make sense of your life, resolve specific problems and help you to make decisions. It can help you deal with phobia, stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, addictions, abuse, bereavement, divorce or separation, conflict with others, relationships, and many other issues affecting emotional and mental well-being. Some of the above are symptoms of depression and affect a large number of people. Depression can vary enormously in degree and can become a habit, which like all habits becomes a part of who we think we are and can go unrecognised. Many habits can be traced to a root cause and overcome.
It can be helpful at times to explore the past and the way it relates to the present to help understand yourself today but it is no longer the total focus of therapy. A good therapist will not focus on just the past or the present but will help you to come to an understanding of the relationship between the two. There are many techniques that can be used to help you to alter your feelings and actions in the present. Hypnosis allows you to access the emotional part of your mind and be guided to make the changes that you desire. It is a natural state of mind, not unlike daydreaming. People sometimes worry that they will blurt out all their secrets but it does not work like that. You will be relaxed, aware and able to use the power of your imagination fully.
You will gain a better understanding of yourself and what motivates you. Negative feelings about certain aspects of your life or yourself can be replaced with a positive outlook. This involves helping you explore what motivates a particular behaviour or thought, or how you have come to believe what you believe, especially if that thought or belief causes deep unhappiness or anxiety. Occasionally, you may have a feeling that you don't know how to cope with, or possess a painful emotion that doesn't seem to go away no matter what you do. These are common situations for which people often seek help to deal with. Talking these issues over with someone who is non-judgemental and understanding can make a difference. Before you embark on Therapy, you should ask yourself what you hope to achieve, and how you will know if the therapy has been successful. Therapy provides a safe space to explore your emotions and find new ways of looking at your life where you can express your feelings without fear of judgement.
The first time you meet me we would discuss needs and concerns and you can ask any questions that you have. We will explore your present situation, which will enable me to assess whether the help I offer will meet your particular needs. You will be free to share your feelings with me and discuss in confidence the things that trouble you. You will need to be honest with yourself and be prepared to make changes in your outlook. You will be making a commitment of time and money because you have decided that you want to move forward with your life. I for my part will assist you in a friendly yet professional manner.
You should expect your therapist to be a warm and understanding professional helper, who you feel you can talk to and receive genuine empathy and understanding from. How much time it takes to make lasting changes in your outlook or emotions will depend on many factors including your commitment to change and the severity of your difficulties. It has been said that people decide it is time to make a change in their lives when the pain of staying the same becomes greater than the pain of changing. I hope you will find the courage to seek help in dealing with the difficulties that you are faced with at present. You will take that important step making an appointment when you have decided that it is time to make a change.”
my husband is off work at the moment recovering from a double hernia operation.
the jws knocked one day and our friend, who was here doing a bit of painting for us, answered the door and simply told them he wasn't the householder.. then at the weekend, early on a saturday morning, they knocked again.
i was in my nightclothes and had only just gotten up, or i would have answered.
Sirona
If you want them to leave you alone, wear less lipstick. It drives the frustrated JWs wild!
i spent some time in my 5 year olds kindergarten class today.....i was in awe at how one teacher can keep order and teach 20 different hyper children, even getting them to act as one.
truly awesome sight it was........ that is when this topic popped in my head.
any thoughts?
A good teacher will present different arguments and known facts to students, helping to develop their power of reasoning.
A leader claims to have the answers all worked out and recruits followers who are expected to follow without question.
Ring any bells?
