I agree with what you didn't say: that you gravitate toward the posts which reveal something of our current world, or the world of history. I do also.
The same genius behind those stories you watch for is behind the 'religious' posts. I really wish you could start from the beginning and read these things. EKO reaches into the truth about Jesus the same way as he does about DC, George Washington, Patton, or Jackson. And the truth is simply this: the religious posts are far from being about religion; they are stories from the heart of who God is and are about what God wants more than anything...relationship with us, as the part of his creation.
That relationship is the crux of the Jesus stories. I hope, for you, cg, that you will be able to just try them a little and as you do, ask God to speak to you through them (it likely won't be words, but maybe something you feel "behind your sternum"). EKO has a gift not many writers have regarding truth...and truth is what you find in the stories from him that you DO read. I will pray for that whenever I pray for EKO...which is almost every day.
I'm glad you hang in with the political and historical ones though. I don't really see the others as "religious", as I am not religious at all, but see them more as historical accounts and interpretations. I'm an amateur biblical scholar and have studied the origins of Christianity, but I don't label myself as a Christian or religious. I guess that's why I enjoy the ones you consider "religious." I perceive them differently. I have philosophical and scientific views about the deeper nature of humanity. I was raised a Catholic, but I left the church decades ago, nothing there for me, total nonsense and believe its teachings are horribly distorted. I'm very interested in the historical accounts of Yeshua though and I like his teachings (NOT what's taught in churches however!) which I think are very much in alignment with the teaching of enlightened masters. All are teach the same thing. Just my thoughts about it.
I have been thinking about you losing so many subscribers when you wrote about sacred things.
I have been participating in online forums since 1996. The one consistent theme I have noticed over the years has been one of blinding fear from those who have not studied the sacred literature.
They have studied Foucault and Derrida. Chomsky, Nietzsche, and even Goethe and Shakespeare.
They may know great poetry, Brit Lit, a smattering of American History, Jungian philosophy and Carl Jung himself as the master of the universe.
But because they have not read or studied the testimonies of those who either knew Jesus Christ personally, met him and talked and walked with him, or those who prophesied of his gospel and role as humanities Savior, they are like toddlers attempting to learn Chinese in an English household.
I feel terrible for really smart, well read people who think they are wise, but are novices beguiled by the philosophies of men, mingled with scripture.
They only need to spend a few minutes chatting with those who know the scriptures before they immediately feel overwhelmed with how much they do not know and how deep the chasm is between the Marxist and Atheistic teachings they spent decades learning by rote and the simple and profound teachings of the Carpenter from Nazareth.
Thanks for sharing your deeply thoughtful visions of how it might have been for Jesus as a child. We know he wasn’t considered good looking and he probably struggled to know how to fit in with his community and younger siblings.
The love between him and his cousin John was undoubtedly a balm because John knew exactly who he was, but still? A loneliness and ache may have been ever present as he matured and attempted to fit in with those around him.
Thank you for all the writing you do that gives me a clearer understanding of Jesus. I know him now in a new way that settles within me, and frees me from the confusing thoughts I’ve had while trying to unravel the programming of Christianity. I accepted Jesus in my heart when I was a teenager out of fear of hell. I’m 70 years old and have now accepted Jesus into my heart as a teacher, a guide for the rest of my years. Thank you, EKO. 💕🙏💕
it is said that what's important isn't so much what you say, but the way you say it. EKO, that is your gift. It's like you are able to cast a line and magically reel people into this beautiful story of Jesus. I went to a Catholic school for 12 years and started the school day with Mass in Latin. We had religion class every day and knew the Catechism by rote memory but I never felt then the feeling I do now when reading your stories. We were not encouraged to read the Bible since it was thought that we were not scholars of the Bible and would possibly make false assumptions.
In retrospect, I think that was a mistake. By the telling of these stories, you have opened a brand new world for me. Thank you.
Oh my heart. Thank you for giving us a glimpse of what it may have been like for our ABBA. It drew me in and I could feel his struggles just as we do. The human side of who he was. Beautifully written and moved my heart.
I’ve thought a lot about the long-term implications of Herod’s ruling that all the male children under two years old be killed right after Jesus’ birth. I don’t have a clue how far that edict had reached, but I always assumed that he didn’t have very many, if any, friends his own age. I think all of the mothers, especially those who lost a son, were very aware of his age and survival as well.
I just finished the Jesus frequency and tomorrow I start the Parables - there is a string I follow that resonates for me from childhood also - when I consider we are just one species on this planet and just how many there are from the tiniest ant to the amazing colourful birds of the air. - marine creatures and my gosh the incredibly beautiful animals of varied shapes and sizes -the sheer magnitude of creation astounds me - how it came to be is the ultimate mystery story as it unfolds and I am certainly anxious to know more ......
I skip the religious posts.
I agree with what you didn't say: that you gravitate toward the posts which reveal something of our current world, or the world of history. I do also.
The same genius behind those stories you watch for is behind the 'religious' posts. I really wish you could start from the beginning and read these things. EKO reaches into the truth about Jesus the same way as he does about DC, George Washington, Patton, or Jackson. And the truth is simply this: the religious posts are far from being about religion; they are stories from the heart of who God is and are about what God wants more than anything...relationship with us, as the part of his creation.
That relationship is the crux of the Jesus stories. I hope, for you, cg, that you will be able to just try them a little and as you do, ask God to speak to you through them (it likely won't be words, but maybe something you feel "behind your sternum"). EKO has a gift not many writers have regarding truth...and truth is what you find in the stories from him that you DO read. I will pray for that whenever I pray for EKO...which is almost every day.
I'm glad you hang in with the political and historical ones though. I don't really see the others as "religious", as I am not religious at all, but see them more as historical accounts and interpretations. I'm an amateur biblical scholar and have studied the origins of Christianity, but I don't label myself as a Christian or religious. I guess that's why I enjoy the ones you consider "religious." I perceive them differently. I have philosophical and scientific views about the deeper nature of humanity. I was raised a Catholic, but I left the church decades ago, nothing there for me, total nonsense and believe its teachings are horribly distorted. I'm very interested in the historical accounts of Yeshua though and I like his teachings (NOT what's taught in churches however!) which I think are very much in alignment with the teaching of enlightened masters. All are teach the same thing. Just my thoughts about it.
I have been thinking about you losing so many subscribers when you wrote about sacred things.
I have been participating in online forums since 1996. The one consistent theme I have noticed over the years has been one of blinding fear from those who have not studied the sacred literature.
They have studied Foucault and Derrida. Chomsky, Nietzsche, and even Goethe and Shakespeare.
They may know great poetry, Brit Lit, a smattering of American History, Jungian philosophy and Carl Jung himself as the master of the universe.
But because they have not read or studied the testimonies of those who either knew Jesus Christ personally, met him and talked and walked with him, or those who prophesied of his gospel and role as humanities Savior, they are like toddlers attempting to learn Chinese in an English household.
I feel terrible for really smart, well read people who think they are wise, but are novices beguiled by the philosophies of men, mingled with scripture.
They only need to spend a few minutes chatting with those who know the scriptures before they immediately feel overwhelmed with how much they do not know and how deep the chasm is between the Marxist and Atheistic teachings they spent decades learning by rote and the simple and profound teachings of the Carpenter from Nazareth.
Thanks for sharing your deeply thoughtful visions of how it might have been for Jesus as a child. We know he wasn’t considered good looking and he probably struggled to know how to fit in with his community and younger siblings.
The love between him and his cousin John was undoubtedly a balm because John knew exactly who he was, but still? A loneliness and ache may have been ever present as he matured and attempted to fit in with those around him.
You captured it perfectly.
What a beautiful post, Jenny Marie. Thank you for taking the time to write it 💖✝🙏🕊🕊🕊
Thank you for all the writing you do that gives me a clearer understanding of Jesus. I know him now in a new way that settles within me, and frees me from the confusing thoughts I’ve had while trying to unravel the programming of Christianity. I accepted Jesus in my heart when I was a teenager out of fear of hell. I’m 70 years old and have now accepted Jesus into my heart as a teacher, a guide for the rest of my years. Thank you, EKO. 💕🙏💕
Bruce, we are the same age and have traveled the same path and come to the same conclusions. So grateful to have found EKO.
Your writing style is captivating. Thank you for sharing your work.
it is said that what's important isn't so much what you say, but the way you say it. EKO, that is your gift. It's like you are able to cast a line and magically reel people into this beautiful story of Jesus. I went to a Catholic school for 12 years and started the school day with Mass in Latin. We had religion class every day and knew the Catechism by rote memory but I never felt then the feeling I do now when reading your stories. We were not encouraged to read the Bible since it was thought that we were not scholars of the Bible and would possibly make false assumptions.
In retrospect, I think that was a mistake. By the telling of these stories, you have opened a brand new world for me. Thank you.
Oh my heart. Thank you for giving us a glimpse of what it may have been like for our ABBA. It drew me in and I could feel his struggles just as we do. The human side of who he was. Beautifully written and moved my heart.
Mesmerizing.
Beautiful.
Encouraging.
Thank you for sharing.
Thank you, EKO. I love this!
I’ve thought a lot about the long-term implications of Herod’s ruling that all the male children under two years old be killed right after Jesus’ birth. I don’t have a clue how far that edict had reached, but I always assumed that he didn’t have very many, if any, friends his own age. I think all of the mothers, especially those who lost a son, were very aware of his age and survival as well.
Love ❤️ I was there with him. Love your writing!
I can't explain it but these type of stories move me! God Bless You!
I absolutely love your books and posts.
Thank you for calling him by his real name, "Yeshua". The Hebrew meaning of the word is "salvation" per Google.
I just finished the Jesus frequency and tomorrow I start the Parables - there is a string I follow that resonates for me from childhood also - when I consider we are just one species on this planet and just how many there are from the tiniest ant to the amazing colourful birds of the air. - marine creatures and my gosh the incredibly beautiful animals of varied shapes and sizes -the sheer magnitude of creation astounds me - how it came to be is the ultimate mystery story as it unfolds and I am certainly anxious to know more ......
I certainly enjoyed reading this. Thank you
Thank you EKO. <3