I tend to fly under the radar when it comes to controversial topics. I don’t like to ruffle feathers and I truly do love the people I am around – for the most part.
But . . . (and you knew there had to be one, right?)
A few months ago as part of our “side business” we watched a movie called The Secret which says that the “law” of attraction will get you whatever you desire. I confess that I grew weary of the subject well before the movie ended.
Not only was I weary of it (that whole get rich quick mentality bothered me on a lot of levels) but I was bothered by the fact that it seemed so anti-Christian to me. And, those around me who claim to be Christians were NOT bothered by that – or didn’t seem to notice that – so what in the world is wrong with ME that I felt that way?
So I haven’t said much – but I also haven’t been to too many of those business meetings lately. (Being sick is such a great excuse you see – told you, flying under the radar).
Now – it is the big subject here at work. I close my door often because I don’t want to the be the stick in the mud – the ANTI person.
But it bothers me – because we are not supposed to be trying to influence others – when it has to do with Christianity. We are not to proselytize – when it has to do with Christianity. We are not supposed to try to influence anyone – for fear of making THEM uncomfortable or appearing to have anything to do with Christianity.
I’m a Christian and, while I am not overtly trying to proselytize, I do walk away from certain jokes or gossip. I try to at any rate. It is SO easy to get pulled into it all.
The latest thing going on around here at work is talk of Ascension Meditation – but I am not to be overt in talking about my Lord and Savior. I am not sure where the “fairness” is in that, but it certainly is ironic, don’t you think?
So, I did some googling this morning – and will let you decide on your own. After all, we are all adults here – and I know that as I get closer to going Home there will likely be more of such things coming at me and at you all.
Trusting you all have a wonderful day.
The Secret website
Here’s an interesting site I found on The Christian Life – lots of essays – lots of thought – lots of questions answered.
Thanks for reading this far.
:moose:
Mom as the book I gave you Fools Gold says… It is all about decernment. I love you.
Hmmmm… I’ve not read the book or seen the movie so I guess I hadn’t ever thought of it from a Christian standpoint. I honed in on the snippet I heard about how you are placing orders all day long and if you are crappy and negative, that’s what you are ordering for yourself and you will get it. Never pursued it beyond that and am certianly not paying money to anyone else to learn how to be positive and reap what I sow. Know what I mean? So I guess I’ll remain in the dark about the Christian aspect of it… unless you run out of things to do (HA!) and fill me in.
you can actually see the entire movie (in sections/chapters) online, Lisa.
And, I am not trying to preach or seem like I know all of the answers. It is just (VERY) wrong for me.
smooches to you and yours!!!!
:moose: