Religious or Religion, that is the Question

What is “religious”?  Religious is a lifestyle; however, it can be practiced in one of two ways, either from-the-heart or ritualistic.  The difference is from-the-heart is based on attitude whereas ritualistic is rote mechanics going through the motions.  With from-the-heart there is desire to do or give whereas with ritualistic, there is expectation to receive.  One is giving, the other is receiving.

 

Trinity Living is a religious lifestyle based on the premise God is the center of our life; In other words, He is the heartbeat of our being.

 

Religion is a set of manmade rules based on man’s interpretation of God and God’s Word.  Religions are recognized by denomination based on their individual interpretations.

 

Jesus’ lifestyle was religious.  He lived his life with purpose and meaning.  This is obvious because he was despised by the Pharisees, the leaders of religion.  Jesus is the best example for being religious.  He best exemplifies a lifestyle where God, his father, was the central focus of his life.

 

Jesus’ life was based on his relationship with God his father.  From the relationship with his father, he was able to have a perfect relationship with fellow man.  Don’t be confused into thinking all relationships Jesus had was perfect, they were not.  Relationships are two-way.  Jesus’ attitude and behavior was always perfect but the other party’s attitude and behavior may not have been perfect or desirable.  Jesus always knew how to deal with even the most difficult people.  Jesus is and was God in the flesh, perfect man.  He conducted himself in a perfect manner with ALL his relationships.  He should be our example.

 

Trinity Living is a religious lifestyle with God being the central focus.  With God being the central focus, our emotions, thoughts, and care for our body, a temple, is based on His purpose and plan for our life.  His purpose is for us to rule the earth under His authority and enjoy fellowshipping with us.

 

The natural outcome for such a relationship will automatically improve our relationship with fellow humans.  A Trinity Living lifestyle is a lifestyle based on an attitude that is developed from our thoughts and feelings as they relate to God.  Attitude determines behavior which together defines one’s character.