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This wasn't easy; but I am better for it
Topic Started: Aug 14 2008, 05:01 PM (40 Views)
Anderia
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Well lets say that I grew up in the church. My mom had us in the church every Sunday. As I got older I always had many questions about the faith I grew up in because somethings just did not make sense to me but I also was told not to question my religion, just follow.

As I was coming out as a bisexual this allowed me to question my religion even more. Once I was out to everyone I found myself still struggling with religion. I couldn't shake my beliefs of sin, hell, and the idea of who I was, was wrong. I shattered a great relationship because of these beliefs. I had to step outside of myself and do some real soul searching about what I truly believed in my heart. I had to turn away from organized religion.

What I believe now..is simple to me, complex to others. I do believe in God. I do not believe in sin and hell. I believe that God made ALL things not just heterosexuals. I believe I am suppose to live my life as my little heart desires. Being happy with myself is what is important. Being true to who I truly am is all that matters. Love is never wrong, no matter what form it comes in.
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I think you did what was right. Organized religion is painful. I know that sounds weird, but it is.. You are forced to either deny yourself, or to deny your religion. You only have one life to live, live it to your desires. Thats what I do!

You are very blessed to of come to that realization. That you can believe in God and still have the freedom to live your life to your standards. :)
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