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How to identify a cult
Here’s sharing this interesting article in which the writer has made a detailed observation on how cults are formed through three general stages of development. I think these stages may … Continue reading
Thoughts on Religious Trauma Syndrome
“At age sixteen I began what would be a four year struggle with bulimia. When the symptoms started, I turned in desperation to adults who knew more than I did … Continue reading
Convert an atheist – “Fear and Faith” series Part 2
I noted that Derren Brown wanted to conduct an experiment on how religious experiences can be explained by psychology. I have also checked out Peter Rollins’ blog on this subject. … Continue reading
“Who needs this fuddy-duddy old Church with its silly superstitions?”
The Four Stages of Spiritual Development by M. Scott Peck Stage I is chaotic, disordered, and reckless. Very young children are in Stage I. They tend to defy and disobey, … Continue reading
Are Your Beliefs (or Religion) Based on FEAR? | Letting Go of Fear-Driven Religion | Joshua Tongol
Video information Sadly, much of what we call “RELIGION” today (or even a “RELATIONSHIP with God”) is driven by FEAR. And fear has been used to control the masses. There … Continue reading
Fundamentalism is a decision to avoid the mystery of the human condition.
This article “The return of the village atheist” addresses the problems with atheist fundamentalism and religious fundamentalism. I agree both types of fundamentalism share the same element of asserting certainty … Continue reading
“So much of religion seems to be about fear”
“So much of religion seems to be about fear: fear of going to hell; fear of having bad theology; fear of not satisfying your end of the bargain so God … Continue reading
Embracing the mysteries of the universe
Yes, the scientist who looks at the universe with an open mind and learns what Nature has to teach is more humble (or teachable) because he acknowledges that the mysteries … Continue reading
EVEN MORE WORDS OF WISDOM
Reblogged from Soul Writings: Wake Up & Remember’ I was recently told of an African tribe that does the most beautiful thing. When someone does something hurtful and wrong, they … Continue reading
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