What religion do you think would fit me?

Question

I'm trying to figure out if my beliefs coincide with any particular religion. My Beliefs are:

1) I Believe in God

2) Believe that Jesus died for my sins

3) Nature is the best place of worship

4) Bigotry and Discrimination is an act of evil

5) Hell is a metaphor, not an actual place of fire

6) The Bible is not entirely accurate because it was written by Man, and Man is untrustworthy

7) Homosexuals do not go to hell because of their sexuality

8) Magic is not evil (as for it's existence, I have no clue lol)

9) Creationism and Evolution both exist

10) Ghosts exist and are earth bound spirits who are lost

11) A personal relationship with God is important

12) Earth is a living breathing thing and can speak to you in many ways (I'm not referring to as a god though)


Based on my beliefs, what religion does that sound like? I believe in Spirituality, but I'm open to discover a religion that would work for me based on my beliefs.

Answer 1

You sound like a mix of christian and possibly Wiccan or Pagan. The beliefs about jesus and creationism are christian, but the rest of your beliefs are very kind, accepting and Earth-Oriented which is Wiccan, Pagan, Native American, Hindu and Buddhism based.

You could just choose to be a good person WITHOUT religion!!!

Answer 2

Well, your beliefs don't really fit together. There are some major contradictions in them. Beliefs numbers 1, 2, 4 and 11 are right on. And if you truly believe them then you gotta question the rest. Lets go one at a time.
First off #3. Nothing wrong with nature. God created it and it is awesome. And nothing wrong with praising God while in the forest...But becarful not to start worshiping nature itself.
#5. Is just plain wrong. There is a Heaven and a hell. Both are as real as Earth is.
#6. Be very careful here. The bible is the Word of God. Do some translations change stuff that should not be changed?...Yes. But that does not make the bible, in and of itself wrong. The King James version is pretty good. It is hard to follow but accurate.
#7. Homosexuals go to hell because of their sin. And their sexual practicings are sin.
#8. What!?!?! Magic is a form of witch craft...very evil. Im not talking about an nbc special...but spells are certainly evil.
#9. I do not totaly disagree. I think evolution does exisist in a species to help it adapt. But in no way did we evolve from an ape or anything else. God created us and every other living thing.
#10. If there are ghosts then they are either demons or angels. Not lost spirits. Spirits either go to Heaven or Hell.
#12. The Earth is amazing. Probably one of Gods most incredible creations...But it is not alive. It is a rock.

Really look at what you wrote and see if you are sure about these ones I wrote on. God is great and greatly to be praised. I think you need to read the Word and discover God's love. And I think you would be a kickin Christian. God bless you.

Answer 3

Even though the true God is a bit disappointed at a couple of your ideas which are only that, and not his, the other one we call Satan, is happy as pig in poop, as he cares very little how many lies or which lie you want to accept as yours... since that's all he needed with the first woman in the first place six thousand years ago. From that perspective, it matters very little which one of them will get you first as they will all come from him, the Father of the Lie! Sorry if this is not what you wanted to hear... The truth sometimes hurts at first anyway... Still and in spite of the fact that you are blaming God for the fact that Satan's people have indeed, played around a bit with his loving letters which he "inspired" his people, starting with Moses, to write for Him, as it is quite easy to do a little homework and find out what these are about, such as translating "hell" for "grave" which is all the Hebrew word "Sheol" and the Greek "Hades" meant from the beginning... as you are quite right, that the true God has nothing to do with such a place, you sound like a very nice young person, I would be happy to call my friend, as I would still respect who you are and do... However, I somehow doubt that you will find that particular set of beleifs anywhere, just so! à la carte au bout' is what you ask for here... but will find many to chose from where they won't mind what you think as they accept a real mix of anything you can imagine under the sun... This is why they belong to what the Creator called the empire of false religion on earth, namely Babylon the Great... Thank you very much for your time and I wish and pray for the best for you and yours... in the name of Christ Jesus, I do ask this for you, amen.

Answer 4

I don't think you should find a faith that fits your beliefs. I think you should pray and discern where God wishes you to be.

Our religion, our church, is our parent. We don't always agree with our parents.

There are things in my church that I disagree with. That's ok. Either I will grow and change or the church will. I'm not going to run away and demand everything go as I desire it to.

Coming here and asking this way, well, most everyone who responds will tell you THEIR religion is best for you. Regardless of what you believe.

If you believe Christ died for your sins, then you are a Christian. Find a denomination that God calls you to. Don't worry about the rest.

Answer 5

Since you believe in the Christian deity, I'd say that you would match closely with some denomination of Christianity. Perhaps this quiz will give you food for thought:
http://selectsmart.com/plus/select.php?url=denomtradition
This is a great non-biased site by the University of Virginia that describes many different Christian denominations as well as other religions. They are in alphabetical order:
http://religiousmovements.lib.virginia.edu/profiles/listalpha.htm
I hope you find this helpful. If not, my suggestion is to concentrate on your deity and worshiping him. If you do that, your path may become clear.

Answer 6

Wow, that is a wide range of beliefs. If I were to suggest a "relgion" or church to you it would be Unitarian - where you can believe anything you want. I don't agree w/ that "religion" but that, in honesty, would be the right fit for you.

However, on the other hand, I would love for you to consider Christianity. I am a Christian and feel it is the way, the truth, and life. Consider really studying Jesus' teachings before you make your "final choice" :)

Answer 7

Religion is not like picking out a dress for the prom, there is no "right fit". You have to go with what you believe in, and since it sounds like you have sorted that part out, then you just need to find other like minded individuals to talk to or worship with.

My best advice would to be do some more research. Sit in on a couple of services if possible at some local churches or temples. And remember you do not have to define your spirituality. It is what it is, and that's really all that matters.

Answer 8

Hmmm sounds like you opted for the sampler platter at the religion restaurant. Well, honestly most religions will reject at least one of the ideas you embrace so, in my opinion, you might be better off starting your own religion. Or, better yet, just classify yourself as a free thinker and just be a good person. And don't put this list on the internet, it will make you look very confused. oooops, too late.

Answer 9

You are pretty much like me. I mix my natural spirituality with that of christianity. I call it neo-faith. Faith through nature. I don't believe the laws of the bible, but the stories of the people(Jesus) i do. Laws were man-made. And it says in the bible that God follows church doctrine. So, i have faith that God is real, and Jsesu saves, but not in Hell, or Sins.

Answer 10

You shouldn't be seeking a religion that fits you. You should be seeking a churtch that teaches truth.

I know this church here in the Northwest that could help you get a grasp on the truth. ;)

Oh by the way religion is man made.