Out of respect to everyone who subscribes here, and for my own sanity, as of today I've decided to refrain from venturing into answers on a bunch of stuff for now, until I finish a series of articles that I will begin this Saturday that will set the scene for connecting a bunch of dots, so I can stop feeling like I'm only being reactive and 'fighting' for want of a better term, little fires here and there. I'd like to set a better foundation for engagement :) That foundation will then connect to many many things we could chat about.
I will say though, that I think Purgatory (a process of purgation/purification that is ultimately about healing) is entirely theologically logical and consistent - as are indulgences (a positive term) that is a much deeper idea than simply buying time discounts. But I feel the need to do more groundwork, that will at first seem disconnected, in order to really do such conversations justice.
But others here are more than welcome to venture some comments in response to your question. There are good, extremely thoughtful people here with varied views :)
Good question Peter.
Out of respect to everyone who subscribes here, and for my own sanity, as of today I've decided to refrain from venturing into answers on a bunch of stuff for now, until I finish a series of articles that I will begin this Saturday that will set the scene for connecting a bunch of dots, so I can stop feeling like I'm only being reactive and 'fighting' for want of a better term, little fires here and there. I'd like to set a better foundation for engagement :) That foundation will then connect to many many things we could chat about.
I will say though, that I think Purgatory (a process of purgation/purification that is ultimately about healing) is entirely theologically logical and consistent - as are indulgences (a positive term) that is a much deeper idea than simply buying time discounts. But I feel the need to do more groundwork, that will at first seem disconnected, in order to really do such conversations justice.
But others here are more than welcome to venture some comments in response to your question. There are good, extremely thoughtful people here with varied views :)
Excruciatingly painful as Dennis deteriorates daily, but a good reminder to fulfill what we are meant to be