1. We are all children of God - it is the greatest burden and entitlement we will ever know.

Close your eyes and think about a higher power (termed "God" for simplicity). Your theology, your personal revelations, your life experiences.

As these are flickering beneath your eyelids, then turn to think about the popular conceptions of God: the angry man looking to smite evil-doers with a lightening bolt, the caricature of Monty Python peeking out disapprovingly from the garishly back-lit clouds, the Gandalf-esque white wizard pushing back forces so that those in peril are not harmed.

Then, after these images have passed, think about how many view God. The source behind torture of fellow humans in name of "religions", the inspiration of the ignorant book-burners, the one who enables little children to die amongst widespread destruction. Think of the popular images of the apocalypse. Think of them happening now - in far-off lands and as close as a house in your neighborhood.

All of these lines of experiences are simultaneous.

Help!

Reformation Day

I am on the verge of a breakdown as you read this. The stress of a job I hate, a lifestyle I don't want, pursuing goals daily I don't inwardly espouse. I am either a hypocrite or a "real adult" - your choice.

Much like a church five centuries ago, I am broken, bloated, corrupted, and in desperate need of reform.

I am playing by the wrong set of rules.

Over the next 95 days, I will be examining 95 separate ideas with the ultimate goal of personal reformation for the good of all.