My Reconversion
April 1, 2010 4 Comments
This may come as a surprise to many of you. I know I write a lot of satire, but this one is from the heart.
I’ve been struggling a lot lately with my beliefs. Because of it, I think I’ve been pushing myself to become more and more involved with the atheist community.
The truth is, I’ve been more of a deist than an atheist for a couple years now. The more I learned about the wonders of the universe, and the precision and complexity of everything within it, the more I realized something or someone must be behind it, and the more I pushed back against the idea—I was scared.
I was so scared that I refused to even admit to myself that my entire adult life has been misguided. If I could have just allowed myself to pray about it—just once—this all could have been behind me much sooner.
Finally, last night, I did just that—I prayed for the first time in over a decade. I don’t want to get into all the details about my experience, but suffice it to say I was overcome with a feeling that was undeniable, yet indescribable.
I realize this personal anecdote is not something that will convince any atheist to convert—nor would I expect any reasonable person to convert without their own experience—but for me it was real. And I’ve turned my thoughts back to Christ.
I’m still not sure how I feel about organized religion, but I know how I feel about God. He exists. I can no longer deny that.
I hope this helps to explain some questions about my recent behavior to those who know me well. Peace.
JK. (^_–)Happy Atheists Day!
About theGuy
Dude – wait – o you’re like in another time zone right?- nevermind. I still have over 12 hours to go here.
Honestly – you did have me about half way through but then I say the JK.
Yeah, Japan. It works to my advantage!
Believe in Jesus in a way that really changes your life, because of the Cross and Resurrection. You will receive the forgiveness of sins, and the Holy Spirit will come into your life. Learn the truth about life by reading the Bible. Make some friends that really love and follow Jesus. Let God be in control of your life.
The Apostle Paul was one of the greatest opponents of Christianity, but later became one of its greatest proponents. You too may find a dramatic change in your life.
When God touches your heart, everything will change for you. You will be a new person, with new thinking, new values. You will begin to love and care about the things He loves and cares about. Your opposition to Him does not change the offer of love He extends.
Eternal life is available. But time is running short. Those who oppose Him will suddenly and unexpectedly be cut off. Don’t let Satan have the last laugh on you. Your website and your words cannot help you on judgment day, which is coming soon for all of us. I am praying for you, and looking forward to seeing you in heaven, with the joy of eternity set before you.
God is not imaginary. You will soon find this out.
“You will be a new person, with new thinking, new values.”
I’m quite happy with the person I am. I have no desire to stop thinking for myself. I certainly don’t want to get my values from that disgusting book.
“God is not imaginary. You will soon find this out.”
I doubt it. And your condescension doesn’t make it any more likely.