Monday, September 25, 2017

The Beliefs Of A Spiritual Salvation Path

By Donald Wood


When it comes to belief in a higher power or powers, there are many different belief systems. In addition, there are those who are Agnostic and Atheist. Agnostics believe in a higher power though are uncertain as to the nature of a specific deity or belief system. Whereas, Atheists have no belief in a supreme deity or specific Spiritual Salvation Path.

Of course, while Christians believe in a second coming of Christ, there are also those who believe the world is coming to an end who are in no way religious. For example, there are the Aztecs, Mayans and others who believe the world is coming to an end based on a specific calendar and date rather than a religion. Whereas, there are scientists who seem to believe that an asteroid will lead to the end of time here on earth.

In addition, the most devout Christians believe the world is currently experiencing the end of days. While this is the case, as so many have predicted the end of the world in the past, and such has yet to come to pass, many remain skeptical. As such, it has become clear that no one knows for sure if, how or when the world will come to an end.

However, others believe there is a specific route one must take to experience salvation. In this regard, most believe one has to believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior to experience eternal life and enter the gates of Heaven. In addition, most following this line of belief also have a strong believe in Satan or the devil as well heaven and hell.

A large number of people subscribe to pagan and Wicca belief systems. Most people in the pagan and Wicca community are actually involved in nature worship and worship the Gods/Goddesses/Universe and the elements such as air, fire, earth, water and Spirit, the latter being somewhat akin to the Holy Spirit. Some Wicca covens do participate in rituals and spell castings based on tradition. While led to believe these groups are involved in Satan worship, this is not true with regards to either community as film and television have led many to believe.

The bigotry, hatred and homophobia that has spread across the land in the name of religion is enough to make anyone turn away from religion. Although, there are also those whom would like to still have a religious and spiritual life. As such, whether having changed to, or having built a welcoming congregation from scratch, there are now a number of churches which welcome those living a LGBTQ lifestyle. Although, while this is the case, not all clergy within the organization will perform gay marriages or other services associated with those particular individuals.

In most cases, those attending Southern Baptist churches are the most devout. In addition, these are often the individuals who preach that certain members of society are going to hell. In large part, pastors in these churches have also been known to denounce other religions as part of ongoing sermons.

With this being the case, individuals seeking out a true relationship with a higher power or powers might want to seek out a welcoming congregation. After which, if having ideologies other than those presented, can locate a congregation more in tune with oneself. Otherwise, one might find that one is participating and involved in activities which are at the very least against personal, if not religious or spiritual beliefs.




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