Non-denominational Beliefs & Practices

We are all unique individuals indoctrinated into a collective consciousness -- while some of us intuitively yanked ourselves from that intellectual fate. The following story is about one of such cases, and let's call it my own.

Merely figures of the science fiction or of an unknown reality -- but would they really be hostile like they are always portrayed on film?

Some people believe she was Jesus' wife, a sinner who anointed Jesus's feet, or a prostitute but what does the Bible say who was Mary of Magdalene?

As the following post is suggesting, a religious person may also be spiritual, whereas spirituality does not require a deity.

Looking into a future time on earth by intuitively looking at the trends as it is now. A way of keeping positive with an eye towards viewing the creative potential of man.

Walking a labyrinth path is the perfect way to integrate and find meaning in our experiences old and new. We can walk the path to meditate to honor our feelings. This article will walk you through a process for creating desired changes in your life, one day at a time.

When dawn broke, we checked and double-checked our gear, making sure to count the number of magazines we had, in case we had to engage in a long firefight. As we conducted our inventory search, suddenly we started receiving small arms fire to our front. “Charlie” had beaten us to the punch!

My religious beliefs were founded very early in my life. I was raised in a Catholic family, attended a Catholic school and attended church daily during the week, and seldom missed a Sunday Mass. Throughout high school and throughout my six years in the Army, I retained a strong belief in God.

There is good and bad in everything.

Many people falsely claim that Christians are not to judge, but that is contrary to the teachings in the Bible. The Bible teaches disciples to judge righteously knowing they will be held to the same standard. I learned that truth in a dream after reading about Nathan rebuking King David for sinning.

In a dying world full of darkness, we the children of God need to share the life changing light and love of Jesus. God loves us and promises everlasting life to those who accept the free gift through our savior Jesus the Messiah.

For the gifts and calling of God are without repentance. Therefore, you are never too old to repent and follow God's will for your life.

Many scoff at the notion that an unseen spiritual realm influences world events; nonetheless, a hidden maniacal enemy lurks in the shadows. In 1987 during a Twilight Zone like dream episode, I learned of this ongoing eons old spiritual battle raging in a dimension seldom seen with the naked eye.

The city’s inhabitants have become a lost society. They do not perceive the true meaning of life. Like zombies caught in a trance, they have forgotten their Creator and followed contrived fantasies. Few dare to step out from the crowd and take the road less traveled that leads to truth.

A sordid tale has been exposed in the land. The fathers of the children have stopped caring for their families and made merchandise of their souls. The gospel of good news that they were entrusted to preach has become a means of gain.

God is love and in Him is no partiality based on skin color.

What is hope? Is not hope a desire to attain the seemingly unattainable or the power that gives reason to believe that events will have a favorable outcome? Yes, but hope is so much more.

God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16

Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Ephesian 6:11-12.

Men of all ages have endeavored to find the meaning or purpose of life. This yearning typically comes as a man matures into manhood, a time when the parents die, children come, and eyes fail. Men typically start their quest for insight on the internet or at the local library.

As I entered my office door and prepared to begin another workday, a question captivated my mind. Is this all that life has to offer? I am a business executive who abides in a jungle with many masters.

The truths contained herein will be taught to you neither in the schools of America nor in today’s apostate churches because sinister forces are at work in the land. These forces’ primary objective is to undermine the Judeo-Christian values that have been the underpinnings of Western Civilization.

We can choose love as the vehicle for a rebirth or to be reborn or to resurrect a new spirit into our old souls.

When you move to a new city, you have a lot to do to acclimate to your new town. One part of adjusting to your new home is finding the right church for you and your family.

The teachings of Sadhguru. He explains the reason to avoid wearing black unless definitely needed. The article is my take on his teaching and wording accordingly for better understanding.

Habit, peer pressure and culture take away much of our free will. Thus many believe we are machines. There are ways not to be a machine but many ways to revert to being a robot

Let us fill that glass up with love and drink mightily from it.

Our ancestors were quite thoughtful. Each custom is made has a logical purpose for it. One of the particular normal customs that is mainstream all through India, even in Europe and Africa, is tossing coins into the stream. It is a very common practice.

The importance of sleep, meditation and prayer cannot be overstated. These matters attended to in love are necessary for a loving life. Joy is special in the use of these practices. May you find that wonderful life now.

Take action. Show your love. Don't just talk, walk.

Rumination is a good time to reflect and count blessings. Recuperation is needed after soul searching and Rejuvenation is critical to live "in love".

I often think that my favorite type of art is a craftsman at their trade. Certainly nature is art that I am so thankful for. With all of the quirks failings I think artists are so interesting as is so much art around us. True richness is found in art.

Letting go is often real hard to do. The big let go must be incorporated into our lives. Many times we must let go of people, places, memories and circumstances in order to grow healthfully.

Post-Holiday blues and highs are part of life. Certainly the highs are good and the blues - not so much. But we must embrace both of these. This one is about me, for I cannot speak for others.

Happy New Year's. Let us take a look at forgiveness and regrets and what we can do with them. Forgiveness and regrets are intertwined.

Avoid foreclosure and forfeiture in your heart. But assuredly protect what is needed on earth for family. We must avoid a forfeiture or foreclosure in both things and our hearts.

Understanding understanding? We don't think about it much we either understand, are trying to or we lack understanding.

Politics and elections are all about you. Do you do it all negative and hate filled? Let us apply life to politics and elections. And not politics and elections to life.

Sermons are tough. This sermon was easy. But that was after I failed at a first one. Hopefully this sermon a day late will be worth the wait.

there is a lot more to recovery than addictions and alcoholism. Recovery generally refers to finding something you have lost. Too often that is love.

Check in about mood swings. You are alright.

You elect something everyday. The vote casting is just to see how many people elect to select one choice or another.

Be good to yourself. Let us know the "You".

This is the best and the worst of my writing. I saw the worst parts but left them in to fit with the theme. We all have worsts but generally I think we are afraid to show them.

Spirituality mixing with politics produces some interesting scenarios, both sobering and inspirational

Sometimes we interact and do not even know it. Sometimes we interact too much.

There are many explanations for Noah's anger when he cursed Canaan. Most of the opinions come from four fundamental theories.

Let's all come together right now.