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JunkYard

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  1. Are we to follow Jesus' example even unto the cross? I mean, when Jesus says to: "Pick up your cross, and follow me" What does he mean? Is the cross really about personal salvation, or is there something more to the message? Are we all expected to do the same as Jesus did, and give ourselves for the future of mankind, or was that taken care of when Jesus was crucified? I don't know? I think it is irresponsible to put our burdens on Jesus, and let him suffer for our faults, when we should be taking responsibility for our own actions. (It's about principal) I have a son, and if he was punished for something someone else did, I would be angry. Why is it ok for us to let another pay for our mistakes (sins) If only in mind? Why would God honor such a practice? If anything, I think the cross 'may' represent what is expected of every man...to die in his/her sins, and give themselves for the lives of others. By this, I mean, to do our part for generations to come. To set examples now, spread love, and work to make the world a better place for future generations. To give ourselves for the cause of anothers gain, which I think may have been what Jesus was actually trying to do. (To simply show us the way) I do believe Jesus was sent by God, but only to show mankind the way to survive 'ourselves'. Not to take away our sins, but to die so we might understand that we (mankind) are responsible for ourselves, and each individual must die also. He simply set an example to follow, As for forgiveness... I think true forgiveness is only obtained by forgiving oneself. We don't need another to do it for us, imo. Life after death? Who knows? This is my view. As you can see, it greatly differs from typical Christianity, which is why I don't know if I could even be considered a Christian at all...even progressive. Am I wrong for thinking this way? I'm curious to know the progressive stance on the subject of the cross... JunkYard,
  2. I found this site by accident. To be honest, I've never even heard of progressive christianity, then I read those 8 descriptions of what it means to be 'progressive', and I somehow felt compelled to join this group, if only to discuss my own convictions with a people that 'seem' to be more on par with what I myself believe. I'm not sure what I'm looking for, nor what to expect from joining this group, but I do know that it can't hurt to consider the progressive movement. I certainly do NOT fit the typical Christian bill, so... Honestly, I don't even know if I could be considered 'Christian' at all, lol! Anyway, I look forward to the dialog that's sure to follow my questions, and maybe, just maybe, I will have found a home? If not, no harm done, right? JunkYard,
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