Certainty

Posted on | October 9, 2003 |

Why is that some people are absolutely convinced that they are right and that anyone with opposing ideas is absolutely wrong?

Why is it that those people don’t realize that it is a right to believe what one wishes?

I appreciate a fervor to relate beliefs, but I don’t accept being considered ape-like for having my own personal beliefs and moral fiber.

Along the same lines, I am a Christian, but I almost don’t wish to be identified as one. Why? Because I sometimes feel as though I don’t and can’t relate to the traditional Christian belief system.

I grew up in the church. Most people in small towns in the midwest did. I love the idea of a higher spiritual being watching over the world (and me). It makes me feel safe. Just singing Amazing Grace when I’m scared makes me feel secure. And I pray (not very often, I admit) to that being and His Son who I know are listening.

However, I cringe at how judgmental many so-called ‘christians’ can be. While I may not necessarily agree with abortion, I refuse to judge anyone that feels otherwise. Homosexuality? Don’t understand it, but they definitely shouldn’t be condemned. Sex before marriage? Another choice not worthy of condemnation or scorn.

What happened to the religion that was for the humble and meek? The one centered around forgiveness and generosity toward your fellow man or woman? Generosity of spirit, love, forgiveness, charity. I sure hope the Christian Right finds it.

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