Tag Archives: Heaven

The Universe is the Body of God

In the Book of Prophecy (Ofudesaki) it is written that the universe is the body of God. Our bodies are part of the universe, so we must all be part of God. Our bodies are lent to us from God. … Continue reading

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The Appropriate Prayer

How appropriate are our prayers. I remember when I was in school, I prayed after my tests. Was this an appropriate prayer? I would think that God would not be able to change the answers to the test. Thinking about … Continue reading

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Where is God?

Why does God not stop the evil people from causing suffering to others? Why does God not help the good, and punish the bad? Today, there are people who by God’s non-action, believe that God approves of their heinous acts. … Continue reading

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Where is God?

Why does God not stop the evil people from causing suffering to others? Why does God not help the good, and punish the bad? Today, there are people who by God’s non-action, believe that God approves of their heinous acts. … Continue reading

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God Will Begin to Work

What is it that attracts people to religion or to God? The healing of an individual from a serious illness may open the eyes of a nonbeliever. Look at religious figures like Jesus, Buddha, and Oyasama. Many people became believers … Continue reading

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God’s Library

Reincarnation and causality are difficult concepts to understand. Our lives are like a book. Each chapter is one lifetime. If one were able to read a random chapter, one would have a difficult time understanding what is happening. Like a … Continue reading

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Why do we suffer or have joy?

How do we have joy in this life? Even Sister Teresa at the end of her life had doubt about God, especially why a loving God will cause suffering to so many. What keeps us from finding joy in life … Continue reading

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The Universe as the Body of God

How does God communicate his disapproval? In the Book of Prophecy (Ofudesaki), God warns us that the anger and regret of God is manifested by severe weather and geological disturbances. In this world, landslides, thunder, earthquakes, And great winds are … Continue reading

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Our Souls have no Color

We are, have been, or will be black, yellow, white and brown. We do not understand; the laws of causality and reincarnation know no colors. Yet by the tinge of our skin, we discriminate, or judge others. Per chance, per … Continue reading

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Does fate control us?

To have faith and joy is a difficult path. It is easy to be spirited and have faith when good fortune continues to shine on you. But how easy is it when sufferings, temptations, and obstacles appear? The emotions of … Continue reading

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