Why do You Believe or Don't Believe in God????

Yet if I step off a building, I will fall regardless of my beliefs or perceptions. I can not argue with your view about sin,forgiveness and salvation. This is clearly religion. This is not God. I like a person who uses logic. Stay open for the possibilities for you never know when they will come knocking on your door. If you close your mind to the possibility that God exists based on religion, you won't see a thing other than your own view. It's not a good way to discover. Thanks for stopping by with your comments!

Could you explain how the GLUE question could cause you to question the existence of God? God is a pseudo-explanation for what and what makes you call Him evil?

Interesting?? Thinking. Good. Just do not stop looking for answers. Finding them on your own is an advantage you do have. Never assume others know it all. Questions will lead you to answers. If God exists, shouldn't one be able to find Him? As complex as the universe is, is radom chance a viable cause?? A Being capable of creating the universe around you, has to be very very smart. After all, mankind does not understand the universe yet. If a Being did create the Earth and it's people as a part of the unfolding of the universe, would it be fair to say that the complexity and genius behind it all is not understood?? It's easy to look at the surface of things with a narrow view and make judgement calls. We have all done that. Aren't the real answers more complex?? Everytime science opens a door, what do they find?? Another door needing to be opened. Something to think about. Thanks for all your comments!!

Good questions. Yes. We can always continue searching. However we also are required to take a stand. Especially when there are others who take a very STRONG stand opposing your ideas. It is now 52 years that I have become more and more convinced that there is NO valid reason for assuming that there is a "God" as it is defined by most people, and even as it is defined in other ways by a few. I prefer to think of REALITY which is all - encompassing and includes good AND bad. I think that it is as wrong to WORSHIP reality as it is to worship any idol, especially one that is seen to be evil (Satan, "God", etc.) Of course it is fair to say that all is not understood. I would go even further to say that NOTHING is really understood. It makes the claims of those who maintain that there IS a "God" and that IT is "good" even more ridiculous. We have learned that ideas that do not further understanding but only cause more and more paradoxes (like the "ether") be simply avoided. Science is indeed discovering more and more fantastic things that are beyond our capabilities of absorbing (see quantum mechanics and string theory). Adding a supernatural divine being that controls all this is completely useless and doesn't add to your understanding AT ALL. I've written a paper on why the philosophy of science is incompatible with the belief in a "God". It's not on my computer yet though.

A few miracles!! I think God makes it a point to touch all His children. Thanks for stopping by with your comments!

Just like the story of Diana Blessings I have posted above, your experience is enough to show us that God really exist, that God really cares for us.

Yes, I believe deep down we all know God. You can tell lots about someone through their actions. Look around you. See God's actions. When you can see how it does all add up, you will start to understand God. A wide view is needed. There is genius behind it all. Thanks for all your comments!

@magtibaygom anyone can make up a story... but to believe or not its one's choice... thanks ...

sagar21. Yes, everything in life does come down to a choice. Great comment!! That's why it is important that we don't allow others to make our choices for us. Thanks for stopping by with your comment.

That's a good comment. For some it is a comfort when the challenges in life are tough. I guess no one wants to go through those tough times alone. We are never alone. Yes, believing means nothing except for religion. Thanks for your comments!!

Yes, deep down. I think we all know God. I can't agree with all the dogma either though they do have some things right. How can it be wrong to simply love everyone?? Thanks for your comments!!

So you don't depend solely on holy books. That's great!! Some contact does go a long way. Thanks for your comments!!

jupitercrashing. Well what if the only way a person gets their miracle is if it doesn't interfere with lessons or learning that is happening. No matter what happens. We are eternal. Is it God's goal to let everyone have it made and fix all the problems???? I think not. Of course, each of us define miracles differently. Thanks for your comments!!

How do miracles make a case for god? For those one or two miracles that are claimed to happen, there are billions who are not being miraculously benefited. A god who singles out specific people to benefit, when he has the potential to perform miracles for all those who need them, is unfair and immoral. We would not stand by if a doctor had a cure for cancer and decided to only use it on one or two people. Why does a supposedly perfect god get a pass on this gross breach of moral behavior?

Don't people choose evil because they really don't understand what they are doing?? If they were on the receiving end, the picture gets clearer. I think it is possible to believe in God yet make some pretty bad choices. Of course there are people in this world who are totally about themselves. Lots of lessons needed. Thanks for your comments!!

So holy books and all that are not necessary, nor is it necessary to be classified as belonging to any religion to be good. All that is required is to know not to hurt another person, stand up for yourself, and help another person if you can. GREAT COMMENT!!!I agree. God educates His children. There is no time limit as to learning.People who choose evil will understand their choice in time. The real trick is when we are hurt by the evil actions of another, we don't hold the hurt in our heart, defining ourselves by it. Hate and anger really have no place in one's heart. You only hurt yourself. I can see you are a really great person. I believe in you!!! Thanks for all your comments!!

Bird - I figured that even if I spent the rest of my lifetime planning some revenge, I could not come up with the one that would give me 100 percent satisfaction. Time and again I would recall my mom and think how I should hurt them. In process, I would have to let go of my dreams - dreams that existed before I learnt of such things. Effectively, that would be two lives lost! Not at all logical, dont you think? I trust god to do the required justice, and bring me peace.

Perhaps the goal isn't having it made. Perhaps the goal is learning and growing for all involved. Would you go through great adversity in order that someone else will understand???? There are wonderful souls doing this everyday. Perhaps, we all share in doing this. Aren't children of God wonderful??? This world is more complex. Sometimes just looking at the surface keeps us from seeing the results!! THanks for your comments!

so everyone needs to suffer? I dont think everyone should have it made but I think that someone should be answered every once in a while. There are no children of god there are children of men.

Does everyone really suffer????? Answers come but not always what you want to hear. We all have the power to choose what we deem important in this world. Can you see no goodness to this world at all?? Perhaps it's time to value the good things more. If you take everything so personally that learning becomes impossible for you and those around you then you will see God. We all will know God's unconditional love that heals all hurt. Until then muddle through somehow. You are very capable. Take time out to smell a few roses. All those pesky problems do have a way of getting solved. Take care and thanks again for your comments!!

You did not tell me WHY you believe. WHY???

What makes you a believer????

Because I'm a believer :]

Ah, but to question is the start on the journey to discovery. God loves us to question. The only one's who do not want you to question are those who want to shield you from the real truth. You know, I think you did answer my question of why. You believe in God because you feel Him in your heart. Good answer!! Thanks for all your comments!!

Jupitercrashing. Great Point!!! Believing in something doesn't make it real. That is why one must search and question the truth. That includes truth about God. Now, you aren't going to get me to believe you had no doubts about Santa Claus. Of course, when one is receiving gifts, it's sometimes easy to look the other way. Thanks for your comments!!

Ancient Greeks had faith in their gods. If we were to go back in time and ask one, there would be no doubt they would also claim to feel them in their hearts. As a child, I believed that Santa Claus existed. I didn't question it, even though I never saw him, I just felt that he must exist because I felt he did and so many people said he did. Simply believing in something doesn't make it real.

If you base your decision on religion's view of God, I understand how you reached your conclusions. Keep searching. Don't depend on others. You are capable. Venture into undiscovered country. No matter how much others tell you. There is always much more to things. Thanks for your comments!

I can not argue about the holy books. If you need proof, perhaps you should search for proof yourself. Sometimes people who search find what they search for. God places truth all around us. It is up to each of us to discover it all. How long did mankind watch birds fly before they figured out how? It's all a test of intelligence. Are you up for it??? I think you are. I see you getting ideas already. Thanks for all your comments!!

I've searched for proof. I was raised christian and attended a couple of churches. I saw people passing out when the pastor touched their heads and all that stuff. I tried it and I felt nothing. I had all these questions. God is supposed to be so great and merciful and forgiving. But the real world says otherwise, then I began to read atheist books and, unlike the bible, they make sense. So I did more research and decided to dump god. Now I feel much better, none of that guilt and anxiety that religion bears upon humans.

Yes, deep down we all know God. If that's not enough, one only has to look around at God's handywork. Mankind will take eons to figure it all out. Thanks for the comments!

Jupitercrashing. Isn't science showing through the expansion of the universe that the universe had an orgin???? Who created God??? Quantum physics shows the possibility of other universes and dimensions. Couldn't a dimension without time exist?? In that case everything is. Clearly, we are all lacking in knowledge. We are ants but we are learning. A lesson at a time. We will all understand. Thanks for your comments!

So who created god? If god 'just is,' why can't the same be said of the universe?

Yes, I think one only has to look around. God is everywhere.If someone has hurt you, do not hold the hurt in your heart. Things do return to us all because so many times we do not realize what our actions mean to others. In time we will all understand. Thanks for your comments!!

You are welcome.Yeh,someday we all will know.I believe it completely.

Carpathian: Now how could anyone ever get angry at that?? I love the Peace and Love comment. Something to consider: God gave everyone a different view to guaranty mankind a larger view than any one person could have. This comes in very handy learning and teaching each other. Though it is more peaceful keeping it all to yourself, you would be also keeping a part of your piece of the puzzle from others. People can be controlling, sometings mean,angry and hateful but they can also learn, grow, love, and change. Sometimes people hate to change when they need to. That's why there is drama. Funny thing about drama. That's where most of the learning takes place. People think about their actions later. It doesn't matter what everyone else does. It's what you do that counts. I can see you are full of love and peace. Perhaps it is your view that needs to get out more. Share that which is special about you. Ignore the drama!! Thanks for the wonderful comment. Love and Peace back to you.

Interesting point. Believing in God does give positive energy. Like everything in life,it's all about choices. Thanks for your comments!!

Many people do go through life just feeling then acting. You are right. WE ARE ALL MEANT TO THINK!!! Thanks for the Great comment!!

Perhaps He was wearing that green costume to be sure you would remember the experience. Perhaps the message was as simple as you are not alone. I know a man whose young son was killed in an accident. While he was standing over his grave, a caretaker started talking to him on how he could really fix up the site nice. He turned around and the caretaker was gone. There was nowhere for a person to hide and no one could have run fast enough to get out of sight. So yes, things like this do happen. Thanks for your comments.

The infinite diversity of this world is what makes it strong. My goal isn't to get everyone to think the same way. My goal is to get everyone to THINK. Interaction does that. Sure there is a bit of drama but where can you get a bunch of kids together where there's not?? We are all children of God. WE learn from each other.I like to place truth out there. What everyone does with that truth is their freedom to choose. I wouldn't want it any other way. I'm going to love them all regardless of their answers. I know you are walking the fence in between but have you considered that your missing view might just be what everyone needs to hear??? Thanks for stopping by T_Diamond with your comments!!

I know we are spiritual beings in our true nature. I know God exists.I won't go into it but I have direct experience with both. I wouldn't count on religion's view of creation however God created things to unfold in such a way mankind will be able to figure it all out in time.There is alot of knowledge to learn. I'm afraid 1000years won't touch what it will take but step by step mankind will grow smarter. Thanks for your comments!!