What do symbols mean to you??

I hope you continue digging and researching edgy. Here's my take on the subject... Without knowing what 'religion' you were raised in (not that it matters a great deal), I started digging and researching when I was very young. Things I was taught (from our religion), somehow, didn't seem to line up. In some instances, they didn't make much sense at all. Like many of us do, I left the religion I grew up in, in search of answers no one seemed to be able to give me. I studied many religions, books, writings, and other things that I thought would bring me closer to the 'truth', or at least closer to a better understanding. I don't think there is a religion I haven't fully studied. At any given time, anyone could walk into my home and find me surrounded with different versions of the Bible, other religions books, writings and other material. I was 'hungry' for answers. I studied history, science, mythology, language, the ancient world, more history, psychology, metaphysics, paganism, Mesopotamia, early civilization, the origin of religions and so on, and so on. I soon discovered many of the things I grew up being told 'the Bible says' just isn't so. The things that were taught by ministers and preachers and such was so far from what is actually said (and meant) that, the more I dug, the more I researched, the more I had to search deeper, until I believe I found the answers I was searching for. At least sufficiently for me. I discovered the origin of holidays. I even discovered the meaning of 'holidays', where they came from, who instituted them and why. I discovered (through my continued faith and beliefs) what I believe fits and makes sense. I discovered so much that I can't begin to tell you the level of disappointment I experienced over the things I was taught in my childhood. Neither can I begin to fully express the measure of experiences; physical, emotional and spiritual. It led me to where I am today. I didn't actually 'know' God until this journey introduced us. (At least it's my interpretation of Him). God sent 'His Holy Spirit' to teach me. I discovered the sovereigness of God, as well as discovering who Jesus Christ is (and who he is not), and discovered too, the comforter, the teacher, The Holy Spirit. I discovered what and who the angels are, both bad and good and why they are. I discoverd curses and blessings. I even discovered what 'my purpose' was/is. I discovered 'His Rest' and 'His favor'. I even found out who/what the 'Bride' actually is. I discovered who 'Israel' is. I discovered that peace and love you hear some 'Christians' talk about, but have a hard time expressing. I discovered evil and good, right and wrong, Heaven and Hell. I discovered that EVERYONE will enter Heaven. Now there's a controversial issue. But as you stated in a comment earlier, "read it, it's there". I developed and understanding of 'wisdom and knowledge' that I don't understand. Neither do I understand 'the love that surpasses all understanding'. When I found the answers I was seeking, as I continued to search, I was given this message; "My people will perish for lack of knowledge". I was also given this revelation; "It's not that we don't have the knowledge or the ability to acquire the wisdom. It's simple because we have listened to lies. It's also because we don't seek that wisdom and truth, which is so plainly set forth for us. We expect someone else to tell us what it all means, therefore, we are so easily deceived that we will listen to what 'our itching ears want to hear'." The knowledge is there, for all to see. It's readily available to everyone who seeks the 'truth'. We only have to be open and available to receive that knowledge and wisdom. We have to have the desire to want to know. The best scripture I can use to express the value of this 'knowledge' is, "Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, and all these things will added unto you". 'All these things' refers to wisdom, knowledge, peace, blessings, joy unspeakable, truth, rest, love, - - - all of it, even knowledge....but the first of these is Love. I hope you continue your digging and searching, and I hope you find the answers you are looking for. I believe, indeed, I know,,,,,the answers are right in front of you.

Hi edgy, Religion is not science, so it can't be fully proved by scientific theory, it includes something that is out of our physics. I'm not a Christian, but a Muslim. When ever I study about anything or I learn about other religions It helped only to increase my trust and faith in Islam. I didn't read Bible much. I had asked questions about brief concept of Christianity, God, salvation etc. to real Christians in personal and in discussion as well, I never received an acceptable answer rather than saying:- Jesus is Love, He is savior, just believe in him he will take our sins, we will not be evaluated based on our deeds. But I have clear answers for all those from Islam, and it increased my faith every time. What do you say? Peace.

The statues and symbols remind me of the God I love. You can pray to the father and son as one because they enjoy real unity which has no jealousy. The Holy Spirit is a separate person in the Trinity not just a power. I really don't see why we should question all these aspects of God. We are humans, way below God in every way, and yet we put Him into our line of questioning as if we can be judges of God. We are not judges, we are subjects and God reveals these things to us out of love. Why must we question it ?

Are you actually researching the Bible or an unconfirmed website that someone just wrote. I would suggest that you really search the Bible for these truths. It sounds as if you are little confused.

hmmm you have pretty strong ideas there...well as you say so you in more discovery well i will not comment on the things you have just said since you are still in discovery period..what i do suggest is for you to open the bible read it yourself and meditate it...you will discvoer thngs that no one can tell..bible will teach you and provide you the truth about God and His deity..i am disturbed about what you said about Christ well try to read and work hard on the bible...you may start with 1 john 1:1 and from there you will know more...

Just curious, are you studying from a certain Bible (translation) or other books?