Is it Really all about Good and Evil????

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I do not believe that everyone who makes a bad choice knows it is bad at the time. Some do and still make the bad choice thinking to gain something. Laws are created by mankind for two reasons. Reason one: Mankind is attempting to protect people from those who choose to hurt others to get what they want. Reason two: Mankind makes laws in order to control the actions of others. Everybody likes to rule the world so to speak. It's always funny to read outdated laws that were placed on the books years ago. Every place has a few. I wonder what people 1000 years from now will say about the laws of today. You might be right. Since mankind created religions and also laws, it's probably hard to separate the two.

Do you even read what you write? Religion has taught you that it is about good and evil. Since you accept this instead of question this, you are blind to so much. Ok, you say every decision we make in our lives is either good or evil. I stepped out of my house this morning. I turned right and walked down the street. Was this good or evil? Was turning left instead good or evil?? Of course a look will not change a killer, rapist etc. On the other hand, with enough research and study, one could acquire the knowledge that could prevent future actions. Knowledge is the Key. Look at the past throughout history. Mankind is getting better as mankind acquires more knowledge. Now if you say it's all because people do not follow your religion, look back through the history of your religion. The middle ages were full of ignorance through religion. Religion creates a we, they. We are good. They are evil. Be very careful for this leads to hate. God has no laws. Be who you must! It's a part of the plan! Never think God is removed from anyone. Sometimes people have to make bad choices in order to learn, further many are living hard lessons from past choices. For those of us who must watch, it is a reminder of what the best choices really are.

@bird123 When you have a relationship with God, Jesus is not a middle man he is God in the flesh.. their is no middle ground , no different shades, things are either Good or evil..every choice leads to either Good or Evil...Nothing in the middle. and as i have all ready stated just because you do not see it as truth does not make it any less true. it just means that you do not see it or understand it. I do not have a narrow view on people no ego with my involvement with God, and nobody will ever know everything. God is everything and much more than we will ever know in this world, but he sent us his word for all of us to have. To get all the knowledge that we will ever need. what is their to discover beyond Gods word, everything is their , all the answers we will ever need to know. God or evil is all everything is about. It is all about which choice you make. When you say my relationship is with religion. you think wrong. You have put aside the knowledge that is in the word of God. Looking in all the wrong places will get you no where. You are missing so much by depending on yourself or other people for knowledge. that you are missing the most important knowledge of all. God told us what is happening to this world, we are watching Gods word come alive right before our eyes. and i am so sorry that you can not see it. because it is so amazing watching Gods truth everyday. Yes Their is only one way to God and forgiveness for your sins. Only one way.....Jesus Christ is the truth, the way, and the life.

@dlr297 The choice to turn right or left was neither good nor bad. Both were equidistant from my work. To see everything as black or white limits your view to all the different colors and shades of colors in between. Through Beliefs, you have allowed your religion to set parameters.Example: You think you can only have a relationship with God through jesus. This is not true. In all your relationships, have you ever had a middleman? Your narrow view on people, this world, forgiveness and your religion's way is the only way demonstrates that you really do not understand what this world is all about and what God is doing with this world. Since you do not really understand God, I think your relationship is more with your religion. You have memorized it all so well, I think you feed your Ego claiming to know all about God, yet what have you discovered beyond that holy book? Sad to say. I don't think much. You recite so well. Isn't God much more than any holy book?

@41CombedaleRoad Satan does not really exist except in those holy book stories. The bad choices people make are free choices they choose. Getting back to the discussion. Religion tries to make this world about good verses evil. God=Good, Satan=Evil. But is this really true? I think not. Mankind gives up and tries to destroy that which they can not fix readily. Does not God have the capabilities to fix us all through education? Does not God have the capabilities to fix Satan as well? This world is part of the fix which teaches us all not only what the best choices are but teaches us all to Love Unconditionally. Isn't the thinking that people who choose evil can not be helped, only punished, really just a form of hate? Now, if one does choose to make everything about good and evil and if good overcomes evil in the end, can evil really be an intelligent choice? How could it?

Do you base your view of the world on the news? Don't the bad stories give them higher ratings? Is Evil an intelligent thing? Doesn't the world return what it is given? All the tyrants were overthrown after they hurt enough people. In time, intelligence and knowledge will overcome evil. When one acquires enough knowledge, evil will no longer be a viable choice. On the other hand, it does seem like there is a long way to go, however the good people blend in and are rarely seen while everyone points to those bad guys.

@bird123 I base my view on the Bible and a lifetime's observation on human character. Evil is not a thing, Satan is an evil but intelligent being and he rules here at present.

If everyone has been taught not to lie, how many have learned the lesson? In reality, it is defensive human nature to avoid trouble at all cost. The children and adults alike lie at will to prevent trouble. Perhaps, one should teach their children how to deal with trouble rather than avoid it. Only then will there be no need to lie. While the children might be told not to lie, how many watch their parents do the same thing? Yes, money and greed can get people to make bad choices. On the other hand, few good actions of so many will be seen when the disasters hit. The majority are not looting. How many lives were saved through the kindness of others?

Four walls -I agree with everything you say except the final paragraph. You are being hard on people who say that their religion is the way, the truth and the life - regardless of whatever religion that may be there is no point in having a religion or worshipping a god unless you really believe it to be true. Incidentally I should point out that you have misunderstood that quote. The words were spoken by Jesus and he said "I am the way, the truth and the life, no one comes to the Father except by me." Christianity is a relationship with Him not a religion. He brings us into a family relationship with the Father and there is only one way that can be achieved.

@41CombedaleRoad -- there are few things that fry me more than "Christianity isn't a religion, it's a relationship." That has only become a bumpersticker catch phrase in the past 10-15 years. Prior to that, the 2,000+ denominations and sub-denominations under the general umbrella of "Christianity" had no problem being called a "religion." Christianity is a religion. I like the way Judaism puts it: "we're a religion and a relationship." There's no crime in admitting that Christianity is a religion. The problem that I have is when people try this "it's not a religion" stuff. Okay, someone becomes a Christian....what next? "You have to do this, this, this, that, and all these...uh....religious things in order to be a 'good Christian'." And no, it's not too hard on people who say their religion is the only way. Who's doing all the bombings in France and other parts of the world? It's those few extremists who claim their religion is the only one, and to "prove it" they're going to kill anyone and everyone who disagrees! I find it comical -- sadly so -- that they can never articulate what is so great about their religion that would make it desirable or advantageous for others to join. No, they just kill because they can't tell you what's good about their religion.

Perhaps, it is not evil, just ignorance, for who with any intelligence at all could choose murder, rape or torture? People can choose some hard lessons for themselves.

@bird123 I will have to agree to disagree. I can't think of someone who rapes children as just ignorant.

@CRK109 agree with you. There has to be some evil going on in your mind.

Is life really about serving God? What in the world does God need? He's got everything. Isn't the world really about us? Life is the education of God's children. By returning our actions back to us, God teaches us all what our actions really mean. This also teaches us to love unconditionally. After all, that is what everyone wants to return. With that in mind, God expects some bad choices. After all, how can one see all sides without them? On the other hand, one needs to make wise choices for one can choose some mighty hard lessons for oneself if not careful. You are right. Unconditional Love is the answer for us all. We must all remember that Unconditional Love does what is best for the other, rather than just give them everything they want. God and this world is a perfect example of just that.

Yes, parents and even our experiences have taught us all. On the other hand, isn't it religion who has placed good and evil above everything. Hasn't religion created judgement, punishment and hell which intimidates the people of the world to make their lives about good and evil? Wouldn't the higher level be to release blame in favor of fixing the problem? As mankind's intelligence level grows so does so many of mankind's problems simply disappear. Perhaps that focus would allow everyone to get there sooner.

You are right about one thing. God works on multiple levels with multiple views. A real short conversation with God takes at least a week to figure out all that was said. We are but mere ants. Religion attempts to speak for God without knowing God at all. They speak as who they want or think God is. Religion thinks God is about good and evil, punishment and reward. There is nothing farther from the truth than that. Choosing is part of God's learning process. One should strive to choose goodness over evil. It will hurt less when it returns to teach us what our choices really mean. On the other hand, some just have to choose evil to learn what it is all about. That comes with hard lessons but it is part of the learning process. God loves everyone regardless of their choices. God loves Unconditionally. Perhaps, it is mankind who is doing the hating. Hmmm?? Another lesson many will have to learn.

@bird123 Your'e right, how can a being flawed like man interpret the will of God? Man should not lead religious organizations