The turmoil I feel inside grows each day as I reflect on our collective beliefs. The path ahead becomes murkier, and I find myself at a crossroads – whether to seek solace in atheism, or in a belief system that cherishes humanity, empathy, and love above all.
Consider these questions, not as accusations, but as genuine ponderings of a conflicted heart:
1. If I believe I have the strength to fight on behalf of God, doesn't that suggest God needs my protection? It's a perplexing thought that the Almighty would need our defense. It makes me wonder if, in doing so, we've misunderstood our role and His strength.
2. When looking at the complex tapestry of beliefs in our world, imagine a scenario where:
(a) Israel turns to `God ABC` for guidance and support, while
(b) Iran seeks blessings from `God XYZ`.
Who then, birthed both `God ABC` and `God XYZ` into our consciousness? And why, in this vast universe, would these deities rely on human factions to defend their honor?
The pain and suffering in places like Palestine and Israel tear at my soul. The beauty of religion – its ability to unite, heal, and offer hope – becomes overshadowed by its darker interpretations that lead to division, violence, and heartache. Innocent lives are lost in the name of beliefs that seem, at times, to lack the empathy and humanity that are at the core of our existence.
Christianity, Islam, and every faith that touches our world have their moments of beauty and lapses. But isn't it disheartening when the collective joy of something as simple as football can bring people closer than millennia-old doctrines?
Let us remember that at the end of the day, we are all human, craving love, understanding, and peace. Let's be the bridge of empathy and compassion, rather than the chasm of division.
Thank you.
Aderogba Otunla
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