Two-Edged Swords
The road to spirituality is a lonely path from the world’s perspective. You won’t find a guidebook or set of rules – there is none. You might find a teacher for a short time, but no one will be walking the same path at the same time for long. Religion offers structure, companionship and rituals. You will find acceptance walking through religion’s door. But, religion is created for the masses. It cannot fit each individual perfectly. Religion and spirituality are both two-edged swords.
I have tried the religious path and am grateful for the insights it gave me. But it no longer fits me. I now walk personally with God to receive my individual instructions and guidance. I have benefited from shamanic journeying to communicate directly with spirits guides, Jesus and other enlightened beings. I know the path I am on is right for me. But there are struggles. I have to trust that the messages I receive are for my best good and follow them. I can’t look to others for advice and sometimes miss having a spiritual community to depend on. And, the world is not very accepting of beliefs that are not main stream religion.
Since I haven’t been on my spiritual path for long, I have to think about every move – just like when I first learned to drive. I try not to second guess myself or let others fears or disdain obscure my vision. I have already passed the fork in the road, there is no turning back, and now I wonder where this path will lead. One foot in front of the other, I keep walking with God, but not with the world.
number of view: 21Filed under: Religion, Shamanism, Spirituality
