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Thoughts on Religion

Posted by Mondo Fuego™ on August 2, 2026, 9:21 am

The difference between Christianity and some other religions is BELIEF in GOD and JESUS, augmented by FAITH in the promise of an AFTERLIFE.

The essential fiber of Christianity is the Afterlife.

Without the Afterlife, for what purpose are we here?

If we are to die and be recycled as the dust from whence we came, then it shall have been for naught, we shall have had no more significance than a roachbug, and the entire universe will have been a colossal waste.

Socratic/Platonic Philosopher Mondo Fuego™, ca. 2026

Could not agree more. Having tasted life we want more.

Posted by GOG on August 3, 2026, 1:33 pm, in reply to "Thoughts on Religion"

Alas, once dead one will be unable to know of having existed. Total blank blackout. Like before conception. Was not that a hoot.

What 'afterlife' did the dead enjoy before they found this god and his kid?

Posted by tbd*= on August 3, 2026, 11:36 am, in reply to "Thoughts on Religion"

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Re: Thoughts on Religion

Posted by observer on August 2, 2026, 1:45 pm, in reply to "Thoughts on Religion"

To me it is a lifelong journey in the Christian faith based on three particulars: knowing the Gospel ( the good news and story of Jesus’ life and purpose as detailed in the Biblical books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John), accepting the Gospel, and trusting the truth of the Gospel.

That growth leads to an understanding of God’s purposes from Genesis through Revelation, the best love story ever written, reminding me of Anselm’s often criticized quote: “that than which nothing greater can be thought” when he offered it as a proof of the existence of God. But as the whole story goes, it is apt.

God created a perfect earth and us to enjoy it with Him. He didn’t need us. He is a triune God and in fellowship/ communication with Jesus and the Holy Spirit. But His love was that we enjoy the beauty of Creation with Him. The gift of freedom of choice resulted in the ability of man to sin. Thus, evil entered the world.

Those who choose to live for His glory experience the full effect because it is for His glory and our good. They aren’t separate ideas.

The perfect world that awaits us as souls shedding our earthly tents is for our good. Jesus died that our sin would not separate us from a Holy God who could not look on it, and it must be accounted for.

No greater love!

I am fortunate to be cult free. Sorry you are not.

Posted by KR on August 2, 2026, 5:51 pm, in reply to "Re: Thoughts on Religion"

There is no “purpose”.

Posted by KR on August 2, 2026, 11:57 am, in reply to "Thoughts on Religion"

Life is about enjoying as much time as possible until we die. Living for an imaginary afterlife is silly.

We shall see ...

Posted by Mondo Fuego™ on August 2, 2026, 12:03 pm, in reply to "There is no “purpose”."

It costs nothing to have hope and faith. The return on investment is infinite and everlasting.

What you may think as "silly" could be your nemesis for your doubt and denial.

Considering there is zero evidence for an afterlife, I am confident in my position.

Posted by KR on August 2, 2026, 5:50 pm, in reply to "We shall see ..."

I understand the difference between facts and fairy tales. That makes me smarter than you.

There is likewise zero evidence counterindicating afterlife.

Posted by Mondo Fuego™ on August 2, 2026, 8:32 pm, in reply to "Considering there is zero evidence for an afterlife, I am confident in my position."

So, hush.

You and Ron Reagan. LOL

Without such 'promises', churches and their conmen preachers would evaporate...

Posted by tbd*= on August 3, 2026, 9:57 am, in reply to "There is likewise zero evidence counterindicating afterlife."

...and fade into obscurity.

Only if it’s not the truth, and for those who have

Posted by observer on August 3, 2026, 3:36 pm, in reply to "Without such 'promises', churches and their conmen preachers would evaporate..."

lived with and experienced God’s faithfulness, such claims are meaningless.

Truth must be supported wiith facts and evidence...

Posted by tbd*= on August 4, 2026, 1:48 pm, in reply to "Only if it’s not the truth, and for those who have"

...of which you have neither.🥱

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