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What is life if not a service to the Lord?

Whether this service is conscious or subconscious, the calling resides within our conscience, in the temple of the Holy Spirit. This calling is infused with our talents and driven by our individual purpose, rooted in the branches we have been assigned from the Tree of Life.

It is rather absurd to confuse the spirit's state of holiness or unholiness with the mundane, as if one must exist in only one of these two realms. How can one experience life without both?

There is often too much emphasis placed on power and control through order or hierarchy.  Instead, our focus should shift to the spirit and our spiritual connections to the Holy Spirit and the will of the Lord. 

Only then, through the order of the Church, can the stewardship and missions of the Holy Spirit be effectively carried out.  This serves as a foundation and provides an additional space for worship, meditation, and contemplation.

Spiritual practice should not be limited to Sundays; it must be a daily endeavor.  Any spiritual or Bible studies should be evaluated and embraced if they lead to spiritual enlightenment and bring us closer to living the way, the truth, and the life.

Deepening our understanding and comprehension of the Holy Spirit should not be feared but rather sought after (as stated in Matthew 7:7-11) and embraced.

The Lord's kingdom is vast and infinite, just as the kingdom on Earth is expansive.  The dissemination of that knowledge, with discernment, must also be all-encompassing in its enlightenment with the Holy.

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How do we know the Lord created us?  

Because of our conscience.

We understand that the Lord created us, and from the very beginning, we are recognized as holy. 

For each of us carries a conscience—a guiding inner voice that helps us discern what is sacred and what is not.  

As long as we nurture a purity of heart, our conscience remains clear and untainted, empowering us to maintain and follow the holy path and receive salvation.  

What happens when our conscience falters and becomes weakened?  

When our conscience falters, we risk becoming desensitized to right and wrong, which can lead to moral indifference, inaction, and potentially harmful choices.**  

A struggling conscience may be impacted by repeated sin or trauma, clouding its ability to guide us reliably.** 

As we drift from our moral compass, we face negative consequences both personally and in our relationships. The gradual erosion of our conscience can make it easier to justify unethical behavior over time.** 

### Effects of a Faltering Conscience

1. **Loss of Sensitivity**:  

Ignoring your conscience repeatedly makes its voice grow fainter. Eventually, you may cease to hear it altogether, losing the ability to recognize when something is amiss.

  

2. **Damaged Integrity**:  

Acting against your conscience can fracture your values and beliefs, leading to inner conflict when your actions clash with your moral principles.

  

3. **Corrupted Thinking**:  

Compromising on what you know is wrong distorts your thinking, leading you to rationalize misguided behavior. This often results in confusion, where your mind feels justified while your heart bears the weight of guilt.

4. **Guilt and Shame**:  

Even if you attempt to silence your conscience, feelings of guilt and shame may persist, particularly for those with a sensitive conscience. This inner turmoil can foster anxiety and insecurity.

5. **Hypercriticism and Blame**:  

Some individuals deflect from their own faltering conscience by constantly criticizing others. This defense mechanism allows them to avoid facing their internal struggles.

6. **Destructive Behavior**:  

When the conscience becomes calloused, individuals may lose sensitivity and succumb to unhealthy desires. Without the guidance of conscience, relationships can suffer, leading to destructive behaviors.  

### How the Conscience Becomes Compromised

1. **Repeated Sin or Moral Compromise**:  

The more a person sins, the more their conscience can become "dulled." Each justified transgression weakens the conscience, making the next one easier to commit.

2. **Trauma**:  

Painful experiences, such as abuse or emotional neglect, can induce emotional numbness and disconnection from feelings. This can create a flawed conscience that may lead to harming others as a defense mechanism.

3. **Flawed Understanding**:  

A person with a "weak conscience" may have a limited grasp of what is truly right or wrong. This can result in feeling guilty over morally neutral actions or engaging in sinful behavior under the guise of freedom.

4. **External Pressures**:  

Manipulation by authority figures or peers can coerce a person into activities they believe are wrong, resulting in a compromised conscience.  

### Restoring a Faltering Conscience

1. **Mindfulness and Self-Reflection**:  

Practices like meditation and introspection can help rekindle your conscience by allowing you to relax and reconnect with your moral intuition.

2. **Repentance and Making Amends**:  

For those with a spiritual perspective, sincere repentance is vital for restoring a guilty conscience. Making amends for past wrongs can cleanse the soul and restore integrity.

3. **Seeking Guidance**:  

Turning to moral or spiritual leaders and studying sacred texts can clarify your understanding of right and wrong, helping to shape your conscience correctly.

4. **Humility and Accountability**:  

Apologizing when wrong and seeking forgiveness can relieve the burden of guilt and restore your conscience's clarity. Taking accountability for your actions, rather than making excuses, is essential for personal growth.  

It is vital to possess a clear, undamaged, and uncorrupted conscience to embark on the path of enlightenment and salvation.  

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**Follow-Up Note:**

It is important to recognize that the pursuit of power is not a fundamental aspect of our existence. 

When power is viewed as a primary objective, it can sometimes lead to inflated perceptions of oneself, often as a means of avoiding our fears.

When we attempt to mask our fears by seeking power, we might unintentionally reinforce the notion that these fears do not exist. 

This can lead to a cycle of grandiosity and misuse of authority.

To attain true strength and fulfillment, it is essential to confront and address the root causes of our fears. 

By facing the truth, we can cultivate a sense of calm and ultimately experience love and peace within ourselves, be able to connect to the Holy Spirit, and walk the walk of the brave and live the way, the truth, and the life.  

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What Is The Meaning Of Life?

 

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Is life about power or the abuse of power?

Power obstructs love and peace through force, while the abuse of power destroys love and peace with abusive force.

What is the meaning of life?

This is a question you must answer for yourself.

Remember that power is not a state of being; it is secondary and requires action or delegation, rather than being a primary existence.

Here are some examples from various religious and spiritual perspectives:

**Religious Purpose:** Many religions suggest that life's meaning is connected to a higher power, often involving knowing, serving, and glorifying God.

**Spiritual Fulfillment:** Some traditions view the purpose of life as achieving enlightenment or a state of spiritual awakening.

**Gratitude and Compassion:** In various faiths, the purpose of life is to express gratitude for what has been received and to extend compassion to others.

**Personal and Subjective Perspectives:**

**Relationships and Connection:** For many, the meaning of life is found in friendships, family, love, and connections with others.

**Personal Growth:** A sense of purpose can be discovered through personal development, learning, and overcoming challenges.

**Happiness and Enjoyment:** Some believe life is about pursuing happiness, following passions, and enjoying the experiences it offers.

**Helping Others:** A sense of purpose may arise from contributing to the well-being of others or seeking the betterment of society.

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Do you think Satan is more powerful than the Lord? 

Do you believe that chaotic and out-of-control behavior is more powerful than self-control? 

Is the abuse of power more influential than the healthy and constructive use of power? 

Why isn’t Satan more powerful than the Lord? 

The answer is that the Lord has already won the battle by casting Satan out of heaven and into hell for eternal punishment. 

Why is chaotic and out-of-control behavior not more powerful than self-control? 

Out-of-control behavior, including psychosis, represents a state of severe disorganization and a loss of functional abilities, rather than a source of strength. 

In contrast, self-control is a key component of higher-level cognitive function. 

A psychotic break involves losing the capacity for rational thought, decision-making, and emotional regulation. 

In other words, out-of-control behavior disconnects from intelligence and rational thought, impairing cognitive functions and decision-making abilities. 

Abuse of power often leads to crimes against humanity and dishonorable conduct, which are destructive and cause a loss of trust. This illegitimacy significantly decreases the credibility of those who abuse power. 

Abusers may become trapped by their power, ultimately destroying themselves and their souls; mistakenly believing in ignorance that fear and destruction equate to control, leaving behind ruined lives and unsustainable out-of-control practices while being indifferent to anything but their own delusions of grandeur and power. 

What is even more concerning is that any behavior that leads to harm—whether self-harm or harm to others—results in severe consequences for the abusers, including the likelihood of damnation. 

Actions and conduct must align with Christ's teachings and be harmonious with the Holy Spirit and the purpose granted by the Lord. 

As Christians, we should ask ourselves before we act, “What would Jesus do?” 

If the action in question is something that Jesus would not do to others, then we should refrain from it.

Furthermore, if someone is instructing you to act against the teachings of Christ, you should just say no and avoid causing harm or committing sins against other children of the Lord. 

If salvation is what we ultimately strive for, then we must demonstrate our belief in the Trinity through stewardship of faith to receive the love and peace of the Holy Spirit and salvation through the teachings of Jesus Christ.

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