Is "The Holy Hour"  The Cure for my heathenism?
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I think so, because anything written by Robert Smith is usually a "Cure" for something.\n\n"The Holy Hour"\nby The Cure\n\nI kneel and wait in silence\nAs one by one the people slip away\nInto the night\nThe quiet and empty bodies\nKiss the ground before they pray\nKiss the ground\nAnd slip away\n\nI sit and listen dreamlessly\nA promise of salvation makes me stay\nThen look at your face\nAnd feel my heart pushed in\nAs all around the children play\nThe games they tired of yesterday\nThey play\nThey play\n\nI stand and hear my voice\nCry out\nA wordless scream at ancient power\nIt breaks against stone\nI softly leave you crying\nI cannot hold what you devour\nThe sacrifice of penance\nIn the holy hour
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I'm not sure which I find more hliarious, that Patzy calls your article, "bullshit facts" yet there isn't a damn thing to prove God exists that isn't strung together inconsitencies and things that are unexplainable, or the fact that MommaToldMeNotToCome has no ability to read the article and see when the article you posted in fact written.  Fact is, no one should be calling anyone elses beliefs bullshit.  \n\nAs for your question, it could be.  There is no way to tell.  Lots of people were crucified at that time and what happened to Jesus wasn't special.  He was one of many.  \n\nAnd Susenjungle, the Shroud of Turin wasn't used by mary Magdelen to wipe Jesus face, it was what was laid over his body after the crucifiction and due to the oils the body secretes during the ordeal made an stain of his face and body on it.  I have some good books on the subject if you are interested, let me know!  I love sharing books!
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Consult your pastor would be the best thing I could recommend.
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I think I posted that Homeopathic remedy !\nARSENICUM ALBUM 200, three drops in a sip of water every four hours.Always take them half hour before or after meals meaning always on an empty stomach. Avoid Chocolates Coffee Mints and Red Meat while taking Homeopathic Medicines. Keep me posted about your progress.\nTake care and God Bless.
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You will be in my prayers my son.\n\nI have a small shrine in my basement. It is adorned with images of all kinds of religious deities, including pez dispensers, effigies of our lord saviour jesus christ, slurpee wrappers and empty (but washed) beer bottles.\n\nYour problem will be discussed with all of the gods tonight and you will feel blessed relief by morning. \n\nOr at least I will when I get out my "hustler god" later on.
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Actually the shadow of truth is not about the holy grail, the church doesn't care about this part... but the truth from the novel is that Jesus is a mortal prophit and his divinity was invented by men long ago. This is what people should research for, and not quote the bible cause the bible has already been modified.
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I'll agree with the person above me: just about as logical as Christianity, only a bit more fun...I'm not into Asatru, but I'm a Norse Mythology nut so I run across references to it quite a bit.  I'm especially fond of some of the similarities between Ragnarok and Armageddon...
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Sunday Sabbath is heresy\nEaster Sunday is heresy\nHeresies (all iniquity) is an abomination to God.\n\nThose who love God with all their heart, soul, mind, might, also love His Law, the Torah - His will circumcise their heart with His will written on it.\n\nOne-hour and then back-to-worldly- pleasures won't make the mark. Begrudgingly observing the Sabbath won't cut it. If you love the holiness of the Sabbath, you've got it! :)\n\n[See "How to test a prophet...?"]
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No, that doesn't make you anti-God.  However...if you feel that guilty about it, maybe you should try listening to something else.  Music is supposed to make you happy, not uncomfortable.
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The one that helps you sleep at night.No,seriously,it's a simple question with no answer(in this life anyway).But here's a start,seek god not religion.The three monotheistic religions(christianity,judaism and islam)are basically the same,which leads me to believe "god" is the only constant.Religion is organized and controlled thought,be cautious,read the bible,the quaran,the tora,the teachings of budda and read of others like taoism and transcendentalism (and even satanism:which is what goldwing and aleks are talking about,although they wouldn't admit it 'cause they don't use the symbols and specific principles.Of course let's not forget the pagans,druids and wiccans and other neopagan religions which are rooted in some of the oldest theologies.)\nOn a personal note though;beware,christians(of which i consider myself one)they preach peace love and forgiveness,yet in deeds they condemn and spread hatred and intolerence.They'll preach convenient teachings of christ while completely ignoring his fundamental principals.Remember christ's ministry when he was on earth was set against the church for it's gluttony, hipocracy and intolerance.There are true christians however and you'll know them by the peace and love that surrounds them.They are honest men who realize that as men they do not deserve the love and forgiveness of god but for by the grace of god and his sacrifice.\nSo,brother,whatever spiritual path you find yourself on let it lead you to peace,love,forgiveness and tolerance.Have a safe journey.
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Even as an atheist I have to support this idea, especially when it comes to English tutoring. Anyone spending five minutes on this site realizes that we are experiencing a language crisis in this country. Spelling and grammar have become passe, leading to one incomprehensible post after another. So please, please, please speak to your pastor or whomever you need to in order to implement such a program.\n\nAnd, in the name of whatever you consider holy, take the time to explain the difference between "there," "their," and "they're."
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welcome to the club sister.  I don't think you have a problem at all.  I think that you are a free thinking and open minded person.  It's when you feel that pressure to conform and be like everyone else and resist it, that you truly begin to gain a greater perspective of reality.  I suggest you read "the herd" chapter from Nietzsche's "Beyond Good and Evil".  This is the book in which the phrase was coined "God is dead".  Don't let that scare you.  What I think he really meant to teach was that organized religion and the God they invent is dead.  He challenges you, in the chapter entitled "the herd", to ask yourself if all these things that people are telling you that "God" has said are indeed from "God".  Or, are they something made up by leaders of church to influence the masses opinions to get a desired social result.  That result is control.  Don't let anyone but God control you.  He wouldn't force control on you.  He doesn't want to control you.  He offers suggestions and you choose freely.  To me though, all this damnation and hellfire are not products of Christ at all.  Christ is like the sweetest friend I have ever had.  I don't live right at all.  I have done bad things in my life.  Yet, he has never left me.  People, on the other hand, have behaved terribly...  and for that matter... so have I at times.  I decided that I would not be controlled by "the herd" either.  People will accuse you of rebellion.  Rebellion it may be, but against whom?  God?  I don't think so...  The "herd", definitely.  I had to separate myself from them, and while it is lonesome at times, it is at least free.  Knowing God should never feel like being in a social or political prison in which you are interrogated and punished.  They're like religious nazis and they have confused social control with God.  Welcome to freedom sister.  You may find groups that you "fit" with...  I never did.  This is the tragedy of the genuine individual.  Perhaps you should start your own "group" on yahoo groups.  If you do, let me know, and I will join.  This topic is certainly worthy of discussion.  Don't feel like you are alone.  There are many, many, people who have went through this...
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I agree. I believe this is where Bible reading, prayer and the Holy Spirit come in. The Bible reading will make you familiar with what doctrines churches should be teaching. Prayer will give to you wisdom, and the Holy Spirit can help you discern and understand, based on fact, what is going on. Good luck to ya!
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It could be at any moment. So put your fighting gear on because right now we are still in battle with evil. Get close to God. Ask Him to forgive your sins, and ask him into your life and your heart. If you do this, you will see the miracles God does, and you won't have to worry about the time getting closer. You will be waiting happily for that time to come.
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Copy Paste and send to Priestess! I'm still rolling! This has to be the best I've seen so far!!!\nGood luck on getting a real answer outta them.\n"Well times have changed, and God doesn't allow that kinda thing anymore."
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Congrats! I think you may be close to realizing one of the ~mysteries~ hidden from those who try to read Scripture w/o faith. Bless you!
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Hello, I would suggest getting up early everyday, doing your regular stuff and adding an exercise routine in, and also you could try breathing techniques when you start to worry, like take deep breaths and slolwy breath it out do it 5 times at 4 times a day, it can really help, also have you ever read any christian books? I have one by Elsa Kok and I take my timeout of the day everyday to read and do the study its very relaxing, brings me closer to the Lord and I just feel better, as it brings you through the Bible. I think if you try it for a week you would notice a difference, I wish you the best!!