Category Archives: soul

Saving Ourselves First

Posted on June 18, 2019 by heaventruth

I have often heard that in our religion that we need to save others to save ourselves. Yes this makes sense; but could this be true?  I don’t fly often now, but I was often intrigued when the stewardess or … Continue reading →

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The Path to Joy

Posted on June 17, 2019 by heaventruth

The following chart represents a summary of the Ofudesaki, concerning the broad path and narrow path.

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Understanding the Soul to have Joy

Posted on June 16, 2019 by heaventruth

I truly believe that by understanding the soul, we can have joy in this world. In the Ofudesaki, God tells us that we do not understand the soul. God tells us that we must ponder what comes forth from our … Continue reading →

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Purpose of Life and the Soul

Posted on June 15, 2019 by heaventruth

What is the purpose of life?  Many will agree it is to find happiness. But where do we find happiness? Many of us think it comes from physical possessions, our intelligence, our place in society, or even from our physical … Continue reading →

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Purpose of Life

Posted on June 15, 2019 by heaventruth

What is the purpose of life?  Many will agree it is to find happiness. But where do we find happiness? Many of us think it comes from physical possessions, our intelligence, our place in society, or even from our physical … Continue reading →

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Explaining the Soul

Posted on June 14, 2019 by heaventruth

My recent blogs have been about the soul; and how by understanding the soul, we can purify our minds and have a joyous life.  To simplify my explanations, I have attached the image below.  A picture may be worth a … Continue reading →

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The Broad Path to Salvation

Posted on June 8, 2019 by heaventruth

Many of us believe that because we have accepted God or have faith in a religion that God will protect us and save us.  But God tells us we must put much effort ourselves to obtain salvation. The following is … Continue reading →

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Understanding The Soul

Posted on June 7, 2019 by heaventruth

We all realize that our bodies decay, but somehow we continue to exist. The soul is who we are; and it is our bodies we borrow from God.  From the ancient ocean, God created humans beings from the primitive creatures … Continue reading →

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The Broad and Narrow Paths of Salvation

Posted on May 8, 2019 by heaventruth

Was thinking out loud about what is the purpose of religion. Is it to console people when suffering or obstacles occurs in our lives? This is what I believe most of the religions that exist today do. They guarantee a … Continue reading →

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Understanding Our Sacred Books

Posted on May 1, 2019 by heaventruth

I am wondering how many of you consider yourself religious. If so, have your read your sacred book or books completely word for word. I am betting that many of you have not, and depend on your religious leaders to … Continue reading →

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