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Where was God?

Recently, there was an incident of a car accident, where the survivor commented that God was definitely protecting her, and her family. But where was God in the countless other accidents that resulted in fatality? Where was God in the … Continue reading

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Suppose

Suppose one can heal one’s own illnesses and disease. Suppose one can do this by eliminating greed, arrogance, and self love from one’s minds. Suppose there is a prayer that asks God to help us with this difficult task. Suppose … Continue reading

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Sufferings

It is indisputable that we all suffer to some extent in our lives. From the standpoint of causality, this means that we have all sinned in our past (including previous lives). The law of causality states that good thoughts and … Continue reading

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How do we spread the truth?

Sometimes it is very difficult to spread God’s teachings. Some go door to door with pamphlets hoping for a chance that the occupants would open the door. Others place their message on bill boards hoping to gain converts. I remember … Continue reading

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God’ guidance is not punishment

But where does God come into helping us realize the relationship between cause and effect? To be continued……….. (see previous blog) After the creation of human beings, what if God only observed his creation, waiting to see  if this joyous … Continue reading

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Do the bad suffer?

Sometimes don’t you wonder what makes the bad people in the world behave poorly? What make them think that they can steal, kill, and hurt others. Do they only have their selfish interests?  It appears to be the case.  Greed, … Continue reading

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Planting Seeds

Have you ever started a garden? It requires much work. For a seed to sprout, and grow into a healthy plant requires one to plant the seeds, water it, remove the weeds, and fertilize. The following is an analogy between … Continue reading

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Why does God make people suffer?

Why does God make people suffer? Why do we  suffer? Why are their millions of homeless? Why are there deadly diseases like HIV? Why are there famines that cause so much suffering in third world countries. Why does God make us … Continue reading

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Interpretation of the Tip of the Writing Brush

Interpretation of the Writing Brush Please wait awhile before giving away what you have prepared XVI-73 It is like throwing it into muddy water. What does this mean? My interpretation is: When God is distinguishing how you are using your … Continue reading

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