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flamesfever · 07-12-2010, 11:49 AM

I believe that many non religious types feel that Christianity is a static thing, however that is not true.

I am by no means a scholar on the subject but taking from authors like Borg, some of the changes are:

1. The Bible's origin is a human response to God, rather than a divine
product with divine authority.

2. In interpreting the Bible, much of it should be understood in its
historical context, and is metaphorical in nature, rather than taking it
literally or considering it factual.

3. The emphasis in Christian life is to use it to transform your life through
a relationship with God, here on earth, rather than concentrating on
what to believe or do in order to go to Heaven.

I believe that the main message in Christianity, is to understand how we should act and relate to one another, and that true happiness comes from helping or serving others.

I know you can live a good life, without becoming involved in organized religion, but for me, going to church, besides associating with generally great people, gives me a chance to recalibrate from time to time, my sense of morals and ethics, and what and where I should take my life.

07-12-2010, 11:49 AM	#273
flamesfever First Line Centre Join Date: Aug 2004 Exp:	I believe that many non religious types feel that Christianity is a static thing, however that is not true. I am by no means a scholar on the subject but taking from authors like Borg, some of the changes are: 1. The Bible's origin is a human response to God, rather than a divine product with divine authority. 2. In interpreting the Bible, much of it should be understood in its historical context, and is metaphorical in nature, rather than taking it literally or considering it factual. 3. The emphasis in Christian life is to use it to transform your life through a relationship with God, here on earth, rather than concentrating on what to believe or do in order to go to Heaven. I believe that the main message in Christianity, is to understand how we should act and relate to one another, and that true happiness comes from helping or serving others. I know you can live a good life, without becoming involved in organized religion, but for me, going to church, besides associating with generally great people, gives me a chance to recalibrate from time to time, my sense of morals and ethics, and what and where I should take my life.