The Pagan Christ and the Endangered Church

I was going to wait to write this until after I had finished the book but I couldn't - it's that good. This isn't a book that can be easily dismissed as another "log on the fire" but a book that could possibly, if heeded by religious sects the worldover, reform the way society as a whole views the church and bring them back into the fold. Also compelling about this book (so far) is that there is actual "proof"of sorts for the authors arguements (I looked most of them up to ensure he wasn't creatively editing to prove his point). Since the 1960's, there has been a steady decline in church attendance, does that mean society no longer needs or cares for a higher power? something to believe in? I don't think so. My person feeling which I believe most would agree with, is that in this age of scientific advancement at the speed of light (look at your first digital camera, hilarious huh?) humans can no longer relate to the stories of the Bible passed off as historical fact, nor can they turn to the lessons as they are presented at face value as a model to live their lives. As I read this book, I find myself at greater peace with my spirituality. Imagine how difficult it is to attempt to model your behaviour after a demi-god who lived 2000 years ago, and what if we started to look within to cultivate the Christ within? Now think how the church would react to now know that their teachings are antiquated and defunct. If the church were to adapt to this knowledge of the Christ within ourselves, and not continue the fear factory of a vengeful God and perfect Demi-god, they may find church attendance growing. I know I'd go. Still there are those who gain a lot of peace going to church to hear the Scriptures, but I don't believe that this type of person will exist much longer. I would encourage anyone from the fundamentalist to the agnostic curious alike to read this book with an open mind and heart.

Just take my coffee too

I found out today that my favorite morning radio show host was fired. I loved that show. I loved him. I feel like I've been broken up with here! Who do I turn to now for my laughs? Quippy comments on current events, snarky remarks, even the odd sex joke were the key ingredients combined with my coffee to make me less than disgruntled on my long commute to work. I didn't listen to this station for the music, I tolerated the music FOR the talk radio. The music was crap! One more Nickleback song and I was going to go mad(der). Well, favorite radio D.J may your show rest in peace, right next to my listenership. I have since dusted off my iPod.