[tvbound]

Originally Posted by ex34449

You should see/experience it in real life. I want to go back.

"You should see/experience it in real life. I want to go back."


I can tell that you mean well and don't have any ill intentions toward me personally (unlike a few here ), but nahhh, I think I'll pass on purposely wishing I was dead - even if it was only short & temporary. LOL

If you get the chance, you should really try to watch this weeks episode of 'The Good Doctor' I mentioned, as I think you would really enjoy the 'near death' story-line part of it.

I also hope that some of the usual suspects, don't jump on your "I want to go back" comment...as that would simply be mean and unwarranted.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Taltarzac725

When you hear Eric Clapton sing as well as many others it seems that is proof of God.

Saw him in concert in Mesa or Tempe, AZ in July of 1974. 18 July 1974 - Eric Clapton & His Band

Seeing Clapton does not prove God. It only proves Clapton. Sorry!

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by PersonOfInterest

Atheism is NOT a belief. It is quite the opposite. Those who DO NOT believe cannot have a belief.

Disagree! Atheism is not a "religion". But, believing God does not exist is still "believing".

[MorTech]

We revert back into stardust...Like everything else in physical reality.

[PersonOfInterest]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Disagree! Atheism is not a "religion". But, believing God does not exist is still "believing".

A 'Belief' is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. To 'Believe' something is to accept something as true.

To believe in a negative is misinterpretation of meaning. It is simply NOT believing.

But if anyone wants to 'Believe' that Atheists are people who 'Believe' that God does not exist rather than people who don't believe there is a God, please feel free.

Should we also believe that Religion is believing that those who do not believe in God are wrong rather than just being belief in God? Okay, makes sense to me.

[chrissy2231]

Thank you and I'm glad I got to meet you electronically.

[chrissy2231]

Originally Posted by PersonOfInterest

A 'Belief' is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. To 'Believe' something is to accept something as true.

To believe in a negative is misinterpretation of meaning. It is simply NOT believing.

But if anyone wants to 'Believe' that Atheists are people who 'Believe' that God does not exist rather than people who don't believe there is a God, please feel free.

Should we also believe that Religion is believing that those who do not believe in God are wrong rather than just being belief in God? Okay, makes sense to me.

Agree to believing in God. Organized Religion is dangerous. God is in our heart.

[chrissy2231]

Originally Posted by tvbound

"You should see/experience it in real life. I want to go back."


I can tell that you mean well and don't have any ill intentions toward me personally (unlike a few here ), but nahhh, I think I'll pass on purposely wishing I was dead - even if it was only short & temporary. LOL

If you get the chance, you should really try to watch this weeks episode of 'The Good Doctor' I mentioned, as I think you would really enjoy the 'near death' story-line part of it.

I also hope that some of the usual suspects, don't jump on your "I want to go back" comment...as that would simply be mean and unwarranted.

I didn't write about wishing to be dead. I will watch it. Ex34449 is the poster. I am never mean.

[ex34449]

"A 'Belief' is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. To 'Believe' something is to accept something as true."
That's part of it. This is also from Merriam Webster
: something that is accepted, considered to be true, or held as an opinion : something believed
an individual's religious or political beliefs
especially : a tenet or body of tenets held by a group
the beliefs of the Catholic Church

"To believe in a negative is misinterpretation of meaning. It is simply NOT believing."
Not believing and choosing to not have a belief are two entirely different situations.

"But if anyone wants to 'Believe' that Atheists are people who 'Believe' that God does not exist rather than people who don't believe there is a God, please feel free."
haha Again from Websters... : a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism

"Should we also believe that Religion is believing that those who do not believe in God are wrong rather than just being belief in God? Okay, makes sense to me."
It doesn't to me but who cares. = )

[chrissy2231]

Originally Posted by PersonOfInterest

A 'Belief' is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. To 'Believe' something is to accept something as true.

To believe in a negative is misinterpretation of meaning. It is simply NOT believing.

But if anyone wants to 'Believe' that Atheists are people who 'Believe' that God does not exist rather than people who don't believe there is a God, please feel free.

Should we also believe that Religion is believing that those who do not believe in God are wrong rather than just being belief in God? Okay, makes sense to me.

God is in our heart. Organized religion is man made and one of the causes of war.

[chrissy2231]

Originally Posted by jimbomaybe

I guess the good news is that my cell phone is still working, somewhere

We are God and God is in us. Most are not working on their life lessons. People live in fear or love. Most have trouble choosing the best option.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by ex34449

You should see/experience it in real life. I want to go back.

I am not being facetious, but I ask why you don't take steps to get back to "that place"? What is your reason for staying here if you would rather be there?
Again, serious inquiry.

[ex34449]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

I am not being facetious, but I ask why you don't take steps to get back to "that place"? What is your reason for staying here if you would rather be there?
Again, serious inquiry.

Nope, valid question. I have a wife and dog I have to outlive to provide them safety, comfort, and security. I'd never take myself out of the picture but I sure miss the place greatly. I'll say this, when the time comes, I'll have a smile on my face.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by ex34449

"A 'Belief' is an acceptance that a statement is true or that something exists. To 'Believe' something is to accept something as true."
That's part of it. This is also from Merriam Webster
: something that is accepted, considered to be true, or held as an opinion : something believed
an individual's religious or political beliefs
especially : a tenet or body of tenets held by a group
the beliefs of the Catholic Church

"To believe in a negative is misinterpretation of meaning. It is simply NOT believing."
Not believing and choosing to not have a belief are two entirely different situations.

"But if anyone wants to 'Believe' that Atheists are people who 'Believe' that God does not exist rather than people who don't believe there is a God, please feel free."
haha Again from Websters... : a person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism

"Should we also believe that Religion is believing that those who do not believe in God are wrong rather than just being belief in God? Okay, makes sense to me."
It doesn't to me but who cares. = )

To me, one can not simply choose to believe. Like Yoda said to young Luke, "you "do", or you "do not". There is no "try" (choose). Belief or lack of belief in God(s) is visceral.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by ex34449

Nope, valid question. I have a wife and dog I have to outlive to provide them safety, comfort, and security. I'd never take myself out of the picture but I sure miss the place greatly. I'll say this, when the time comes, I'll have a smile on my face.

Thank you. I feel the same way.