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Going Beyond Theism to Flush Out God
Every now and then I like to at least remind myself, if not the occasional reader as to why I spend some time writing on one of the two dozen web sites that I loving call my “spiritual net“. Different people respond to different things. You can’t use the same “bait” on every fish (pun intended). And by the way, you don’t catch fish in the Sporting Goods Store (can you say church), because fish are OUT THERE in what’s called WATER! Ask a fish to define WATER and he can’t because he doesn’t have anything (think land) to compare water to. Oh yes, and fish can’t speak as well; but, you knew that one.
Ah, and therein is a key for people who call themselves Christians (Baptist, Lutheran, Methodist, Catholic), because since they are afraid to read a book by someone outside their pedigree, they just live life religiously incestuously (is that good English?): and you know where that leads in the natural (weaker and weaker).
My journey in reading John Shelby Spong (12+ books), turned me on to an individual that he liked (who died in 1983) that lived across the big pond- John A. T. Robinson. John has coined a word back in the ’50s- Beyond Theism!
Theism, which is where most Christians are, though they don’t know it, is with a God (Marcus Borg calls it Supernatural Theism) who is OUT THERE somewhere behind one of those Super Novas (unlike Bossa Nova) or Black Holes, and He responds to our prayers every decade or so. He’s more like an absentee landlord who comes visiting to repair a leaking sink, or stopped up drain from time to time.
Getting the picture?
Beyond Theism is just that. Comprende “beyond“? Say “more or something else, in addition to“. I don’t have that fully worked out yet which is why there’s so much joy, excitement, and pain in my life. But, I’m searching, and I don’t believe Jack Nicholson’s movie is the answer. “Is This As Good As It Gets?“. But what I do “get” so far as a partial answer is that God’s not OUT THERE but IN HERE (in me- as in you- as in all things- but not as in pantheism).
Say panentheism!
Why do I write this site: Beyond Theism? Not entirely to confuse the secure, frustrate the knowing, or irritate the religious (although I’m certainly not against any of those), but to make this journey of living the Kingdom life NOW exciting and REAL!
Onward!
About the Author
www.beyondtheism.com
ernie@lrchouston.com
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Nachtmann Dancing Stars Bossa Nova DOF Pair $26.99 This pair of Nachtmann Double Old Fashioned Whiskey tumblers is crafted out of non-lead crystal and features a beautiful basket-weave pattern. Hand-washing recommended. For more than 170 years, Nachtmann’s artisans have produced signature crystal for the finest brands. Today the time-honored quality remains unchanged – this superior crystal has been crafted in the picturesque hamlets of Bavaria… |
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Riedel Bossa Nova Coaster 5 3/4in Reg. $15, Now only $12.95! These accessories are the ideal compliment to a stylish decorated table and also make a perfect gift. A beautiful decorated table is not just an expression of personal lifestyle but also showing an appreciation for your dinner guests…. |
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Riedel Bossa Nova Bottle Coaster $12.95 Perfect for entertaining, this gorgeous Riedel Bossa Nova Coaster adds a stylish accent to your table while providing protection to its surface. Made of non-lead crystal, this coaster features a clear center, with a pressed design around the perimeter, giving added interest to a functional piece. These coasters have also been seen functioning at cocktail parties as appetizer plates. Mix and match;… |
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Bossa Nova Stories $6.09 Now based in New York, Eliane Elias was born in Sao Paolo and grew up as a child prodigy on the piano during the 60’s when Bossa Nova was conquering the world. Following the critically acclaimed Blue Note album “Eliane Sings and Plays Bill Evans” and 2 sold out shows at London’s famed Ronnie Scott’s in May, this album is a collection of Bossa Nova classics and bossa interpretations of some othe… |
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Samba Bossa Nova $9.62 This eclectic compilation shows the syncopated and seductive evolution of the African-derived Brazilian samba and its offspring, the bossa nova. The CD features a new-wave series of moods and grooves tailor-made for the 21st century. There’s angel-voiced Rosa Passos and her silky version of the Ary Barroso/Luiz Peixoto song “E Luxo So.” Guitarist-vocalist Márcio Faraco’s remake of Noel Rosa… |
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Bossa Nova (1999) [VHS] $21.96 Many movies have tried to weave a web of coincidences and quirky characters into a satisfying tale of love, but few of them succeed. Bossa Nova, directed with a deft touch and acted with simplicity and genuine charm, pulls it off. Mary Ann (Amy Irving) is an American teaching English in Rio de Janeiro; her husband died years before and she has given up on love. Lawyer Pedro (Antonio Fagundes) is i… |
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Learn how to Dance Bossa Nova Kathy Blake … |
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DANCE VISION USA: Bossa Nova (SCM18) Learn to dance the Bossa Nova with champions Chris Morris and Teresa Shiry. 1) Forward and Back Basic 2) Side to Side Basic 3) Open Break 4) Cross Overs 5) Crossbody Lead 6) Promenade Walks 7) Fifth Position Breaks  Outside Partner Breaks9) Progressive Basic Forward and Back 10) Walk Around Turns 11) Back Spot Turn with Open Break 12) Alternating Underarm Turns 13) Crossbody Lead to Progressive… |
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