Thursday, November 20, 2008
What factors of your native culture have informed your religious world view? Explain the impact of these factors?
Honestly, I'm quite confused as to what I am, what culture I belong too, and because of this I have struggled to find a belief system that I can find support from. Learning that I'm supposed to be living in two different worlds and meeting the never-ending expectations of both sides is a struggle that I have only recently started to face, and whether because of my inexperience or something other, this is an issue I find very difficult to come face to face with. I feel as if I am constantly brought back down to the harsh reality of the limitations of the human body and find that I have grown to have a bit of sarcastic and cynical outlook on life. However, this environment has helped me to keep an open mind to all the possibilities, except instead of finding a connection or belief of a religion in this case, things come in as more of just information. As far as my religion goes, currently I think the logical side that just acknowledges the facts on all these things, is going on a crash course towards the unfamiliar territory of faith and unlimited devotion to that one religion that will help me come to terms with my life, I think. I'm not really sure what's going to happen though, I know the facts, now I guess I just need to believe.
Posted by Jin Yoo at 3:45 AM
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November 23, 2008 at 5:43 AM,
Mr. Rader said........
Jin,
So why have you only recently been faced with the challenge of two cultures? I don't know the background of your story. Did you just move from the states?
I think there does come a time when we have to make a choice. We have the facts and at some point we have to decide whether they are going to remain facts, or if they are going to become realities for our lives. Very tough times full of doubt and confusion, but ultimately I think if we keep an open mind and search with a genuine heart God will lead us toward him. Don't be discouraged!
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November 23, 2008 at 9:00 PM,
African Globe Trotters. said........
OOOOOH Jin, I love the pink blossoms! Your assessment of being on a "crash course" towards faith is so interesting. Do you think you are being challenged by these three authors? Keep searching... God says in His word that he will be found by you...
"You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. 14 I will be found by you," declares the LORD. Jeremiah 29:13-14
Reading your post reveals your heart and mind. You have such a unique perspective please share more in class. You have a lot to contribute to in our class. Mrs.Mc.
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November 24, 2008 at 9:19 PM,
hyejin said........
Wow Jin, I think I totally understand where you stand in life. I think that I too, am in a similar situation. Having been so intimate with different cultures is definitely my reason for being confused with who I am. Although I wasn't able to see the reasons behind your dilemma in this post, I think I understand what you are trying to express through this. Nice Job~
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November 24, 2008 at 9:25 PM,
jinhong.kim said........
Jin, a lot of people are confused at one point or another in their life. But see this as an opportunity to greater things in life. I think that extra step into believing is the hardest step. Once you're there, the possibilities are endless. :)
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November 24, 2008 at 9:28 PM,
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This was truly a post I could understand and connect to. I think I'm also at a point in life where I know the facts and need to believe. Which one to believe, though, is a different matter. Great post!
peace_child
So why have you only recently been faced with the challenge of two cultures? I don't know the background of your story. Did you just move from the states?
I think there does come a time when we have to make a choice. We have the facts and at some point we have to decide whether they are going to remain facts, or if they are going to become realities for our lives. Very tough times full of doubt and confusion, but ultimately I think if we keep an open mind and search with a genuine heart God will lead us toward him. Don't be discouraged!