If one studies the history of religion on Earth, they can see that even today, there are all forms of worship. Today still, there are primitive tribes worshipping animal spirits. There are peoples advocating everything from aceticism to violence. And yet---if you talk with the proponent of any religion---they are totally invested. They "believe" that their understanding is the "only true" understanding of God and the Universe. Fast forward to the religion that the Western World has…

When I was in 40 Day Workshop at Barrytown, the missionaries took a break from classes and went for a walk on the grounds. When we were walking, Hyo Jin came up on his dirt bike motorcycle. He started doing "wheelies" ---spinning his motorcycle around and around. The missionaries stood there watching him; and then the team leader started clapping. Next thing you know, all the missionaries were clapping at this kid showing off, spinning his motorcycle. I have to admit, I felt a little strange…

By this time someone had carried word of this conference to Peter and the other apostles, and they were highly indignant that James and John would seek to be preferred before them, and that they would secretly go with their mother to make such a request. When they fell to arguing among themselves, Jesus called them all together and said:

“You well understand how the rulers of the gentiles lord it over their subjects, and how those who are great exercise…

If we could just grasp the facts that God is infinitely old---billions upon billions of years old, (as is the known universe), that Earth is only one tiny planet in the near infinite universe; that many, many planets have had intelligent civilizations for eons of time----we would cease to believe that somehow--we are "chosen" or unique. What does make Earth unique is the fact of a visit by Michael; who incarnated on Earth in the form of Jesus of Nazareth. Our world is known in the local…

Jim Rigney,

Thank you for putting out these early speeches of Rev. Moon. He was a much different person back in those days. He was really connected with some aspects of the heart of Jesus---especially during the times of his early public mission and leading up to the crucifiction. Those were sorrowful days for the Son of Man during his earth sojurn, especially for a man with only a heart of love for his children. Since God is a God of Truth, Beauty, and Goodness---it naturally was the…

Jim Rigney,

Okay---sounds really good--restoring the absolute value system of true love. Now, tell me---how are you going to do that? Are you going to do it by reading books and teaching materials---as you hold up so highly? Or----will you read those books and implement changes within yourself that will lead you to be a being of true love? Will you do it yourself? Or, will God make those changes within yourself, based on your willingness to embrace His power in your life?

Do…

Jim rigney,

You said, "why don't I go somewhere else?" So, when church members go out fundraising, witnessing, handing out books, doing home church, pursue Senators, Congressmen, and businessmen---are they following your advice to just do things within your church?

God instilled within man, the desire to "spread the good news". That's what I am doing. I'm doing it because I am qualified through my service in the UC and my discipleship with Christ. He inspires me to help UC…

God gave you the gift of your OWN mind. Refuse to give it away---it is the Free Will Gift given to you by your Creator. Examine everything objectively, bravely following your own inner spirit, which lives in the bastion of your inner citadel---the place where God lives within you. Rember--you are free in Christ:

"In olden times the fetish word of authority was a fear-inspiring doctrine, the most terrible of all tyrants which enslave men. A doctrinal fetish will lead mortal…

Jim--These are quotes from The Urantia Book, talking about Pentecost. They will disagree with almost everything you now believe---but they will unsettle your mind---and, if you don't immediately reject it out of fear---you might, just might, (but I have little hope) start to see the light of truth beginning to take root in your heart. I know you are afraid---but once you realize that Jesus Christ (also known as Michael) is everything he said he was---He walked the talk--he never wavered and…

Jim Rigney,

So, what does that mean to you? Are you acknowledging Jesus before men? or

Are you saying that He failed, thereby making you better than him?

If Jesus is who He says He is----are are you worshiping Him or are you worshiping someone else?

Jim, you need to think deeply about this---before you shoot off your mouth.

It took me many years of wandering in the wilderness to finally come to the place where I could meet Jesus---and discover that he is…

Jim Rigney,

There you go again---calling people "rotten". You can't help yourself, can you? The mouth reflects the heart. If a heart is filled with love---then love flows from the mouth. Discipline is one thing---and parents sometimes need to use a stern manner---speaking truth like it is. However, a man of God needs to understand the difference between using truth to correct, heal, and love----and the "truth" that is destructive to the spirit.  A True Parent would never think to call…

The Ideal Family sounds great! Nice concept. But, my friend, tell me---what does an actual ideal family look like? Wouldn't an ideal family be a family where Satan has no way to enter? In an ideal family; would there be any wife abuse, violence, misuse of public funds, drug abuse, vengeful retoric, suicides, being pushed by Satanic forces, divorces, etc?

Some would say, "well, we still have our own 5%". If that is the case, then, what hope do any of us have----ever?

Now, you…

There is a division between North Korea and South Korea. South Korea is a bustling industrial democratic hub while North Korea is a socially backward, impoverished country. Entire generations of people have grown up under ruthless dictators. As a result, they are brainwashed so much that all they can do is hate. They live in an atmosphere of FEAR--controlled by evil men. South Korea, however, clearly shows what living in freedom is like. The successive leaders of North Korea all claim…

Your question was, "how can God be in control when He gives us Free Will?" That's a good question; and; significant. It is significant because it means that you are actually asking questions. You should ask many questions---instead of just eating every word up---and trying to rationalize how it has to be true; or how you need to change because it doesn't seem to fit with your deep beliefs. An honest spiritual seeker will continuously ask the questions and follow the answers. If something…

Jim,

You don't understand because you didn't read the book---now, did you? Come on Man--admit it---you already had your mind set on rejection---just like the pharisees did---don't you? If you don't make room for higher truth---it can never come in----yup---you got the "old wine skins" thing going on. Are you any different than a Jihadist or a Baptist?

Rev. Moon says what he says--through his speeches.By what mechanism can one determine if what he says is accurate or not? This is a very big question----and it can only be answered by each individual person, weighed out against the backdrop of their own personal life of faith. Some, such as yourself BELIEVE his words to be completely accurate. That is your own decision, and you are entitled to it. A truly wise man, will recognize that they have the freedom and the responsibility to search…

My Friend Jim,

God was able to create the Cosmos---and uphold it forever. Could we agree on this? Billions of galaxies each containing billions of stars---and who knows how many planetary systems circle those stars---and God upholds the very gravity to those systems. He can do all that----and yet----cannot control itsy, bitsy, puny little man? Those poor little--gas breathing sex creatures---rebelled against God and broke His heart---and the great God of creation cannot do anything…

You know, when someone writes a book, and it receives negativity----it just makes the book that much more popular---and more people get to read it---and think about it. So, thank you Jim---for publicizing my blogs. It might cause members to think and to realize that they are free to find God and Jesus on their own. That's why Jesus said that he didn't need people to "believe in him"---but "with him". If Rev. Moon is a true Self-Realized Master----and he sees a prodigal son going off in his…

God created man as a helpless baby, crying for it's mothers milk and protection--completely dependent- but emitting innocent joy and love. As he grows, he begins to make decisions---finally culminating in a decision to serve others. This is when clearer communication with the Creator begins. 

The more often it is attempted to establish a clear connection with your ‘on board…