I had an interesting conversation recently about sin — that old, heavy word that religion can’t seem to let go of. I asked a simple question: what’s the solution to sin? His answer came quickly: Jesus. “God has provided the way, the truth, and the life through His Son,” he said. I asked him what…
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A space for exploring life without the framework of faith — where meaning, morality, and wonder come from living fully as a human. Here, questions are welcome, and answers don’t need a scripture.
When Faith Becomes an Excuse Not to Help
The other day, I saw a woman ask for help in a group I’m part of. She was leaving a toxic marriage, starting over with nothing, and simply asked if anyone had an old mattress or stove to spare. Her message was raw and humble — the kind of thing you write when you’ve reached…
Read moreThe Sin of Knowing
I came across something recently that honestly stopped me in my tracks. It said that the whole idea of original sin comes from the story of Adam and Eve — and their so-called sin wasn’t murder or betrayal. It was knowledge. They ate from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil, and for…
Read moreWhen Reason Becomes the Enemy
It’s unsettling to realize how openly some religious leaders have warned against thinking too much. Martin Luther — one of the most influential figures in Christian history — once called reason “the greatest enemy that faith has.” He even said, “Whoever wants to be a Christian should tear the eyes out of his reason.” Imagine…
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