There are some who would like to say that unless you can believe it all -- the essence and what seemed in some instances to derive from it -- then you are not allowed to have any, that you may call yourself something but not a member of this church This would make belief exclusionary rather than inclusive, a closing-in or collapsing rather than an opening-out onto the world, and it implies more fear than trust, more insecurity than a believing community ought to embody.
It is fortunately only a thought or an opinion and may even modify in time, becoming less doubtful of the ability to share and more secure in its own faith.
As a member of the Universal Life Church I find that this perfectly aligns with my beliefs. Interesting little piece, thanks for sharing.
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