Jeff, I like your honesty, openness and sincerity. Definitely nothing you said angered me as a believer in Christ.
I believe you are sincerely looking for truth come what may, as we all should be. Fact is, I really like talking to people who are open to possibilities, but skeptical and questioning.
Just a thought but , is it possible you don't have spiritist type experiences because you are being protected from them?
As far as sin goes, I think the spiritual link between mankind and God was severed at almost the very beginning of our(mankind's) existence. God immediately promised to provided a bridge to bring us all back. Anyone before the cross just had to accept his offer and believe he would do what he promised. Anyone after the cross just needs to accept his offer and believe that he accomplished it. This world truly isn't what it seems, each of us has a very important part in all of it.
Keep talking any subjects that inspire you, always well done.
Well that's they key @warren-peace . I am the same way and don't mind having a conversation with anyone open minded that is searching, however it seems more and more these days that people are so grounded in their own beliefs that they are closed minded and defensive to discussion. Many are just out to try and shoot you down or prove you wrong. I believe many like that have totally ruined the faith of many Christians that were not strong in faith already. Truly the work of the enemy for sure. If someone is like that then I just don't argue with them but only state my beliefs, try to plant a seed and move on while praying that the Holy Spirit works in their life. That's all we can do.
Very true @saved4newlife . It is important for undecided people who are saved or not, to see examples of Christians who share the truth in love and are not drug down into the gutters by some of the scoffers and trolls. When people see we are unshaken in our beliefs and can give a rational, logical defense, it reveals hope. We can answer skeptics without being baited into a fruitless argument, the trick is to discern who is sincere, and who is just trolling ;-)
Agreed 100%. Thanks for your great response. It is so encouraging to know that others are inspired by the truth and helps to increase the strength in us all. Blessings to you and thanks again!
It was probs satan he a bad guy, jesus a good guy