"Christianity needs to overcome its tendency to be
exclusionary and refocus on being a religion of
personal insight and spiritual growth."
Deepak Chopra
Recently, statistics showed that those identifying themselves as Christian fell from 90% to 64%. The decline may be the exit from organized religion and traditional hierarchies, to developing a deeper personal faith. The shift may be a movement away from the labels of conservative or liberal, and into heartfelt spirituality.
For example, Jesus the Christ can be viewed as a historical figure, the son of God, or the Cosmic Christ. Rather than depending upon clergy to intervene on our behalf, we now create a personal relationship overflowing with intimate exchanges. We initiate private ritual and sacred practices for support in daily living.
Jesus the Christ projected a life filled with compassion, tolerance, and understanding for the self and all peoples. His focus was upon unity, not separation. His message was to rise above challenge with courage, truth, and sympathy. When we are mindfully aware of this process, true healing begins. Let us walk this path, together, resurrecting our true spirit.
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