The Beginnings
Why We are on this Earth

God created this earth knowing we would need time to discover where we truly belong—with Him. In a sense, this world becomes a self-imposed prison, separating us from the fullness of life within God's family. God granted us the independence we desired, allowing us to experience it so that we might come to realize its emptiness and futility apart from Him.

The entire Old Testament paints a vivid picture of humanity's relentless desire to live independently of God. In essence, God allowed us to pursue life on our own terms, saying, "Go ahead—live for yourselves, and you will witness the chaos you create." It reveals a harsh truth: without God, we cannot live in true peace or love one another as we should. The void left by our Father’s absence drives humanity to hurt, abuse, and even destroy one another, exposing the futility of life apart from Him.

Throughout the Bible in the Old Testament, we see the devastating consequences of humanity’s separation from God—people hurting, enslaving, and abusing one another. Left to our own devices, we sink into such moral corruption that God once had to flood the earth and begin again. Without Him, we are ruled by our fallen nature—a nature devoid of true self-worth, purpose, and meaning. This nature, referred to in the Bible as the "flesh," is like a ravenous beast, endlessly craving satisfaction but never fulfilled. It is selfish, greedy, stubborn, and prideful, always chasing its own desires instead of seeking the life that truly resides in giving God the glory.

Many people blame God or religion for the evil we do, but this is akin to holding Hitler solely responsible for the actions of Nazi soldiers. Yes, there are religious individuals who have caused great harm, but their actions are far removed from God's true calling. What is often overlooked is the "flesh"—the broken, self-centered nature within humanity that God warns us about. If we’re honest, we know it exists. We wrestle with it daily, questioning our actions and being bewildered by our capacity to do wrong, even when we know better.

Religion alone cannot explain why the world tolerates starvation, human trafficking, and enslavement, nor can it justify the rape, murder, and abuse of children. These atrocities are a testament to the depths of human depravity when separated from God. Our desire for independence ultimately led to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Humanity’s struggle to live without friction and chaos arises from our desperate attempts to fill the emptiness within us. Yet, ironically, our need for autonomy drives us apart, fueling division and preventing us from living in peace, justice, and harmony. For over 8 billion people to coexist in perfect unity—without conflict or chaos—everyone would need to share the same mind, opinion, and desire. This truth highlights the impossibility of achieving true peace apart from God, showing us that only through Him can we find lasting unity and harmony.

I’m often perplexed when Christians push others to live by God’s standards in ways that feel more condemning than loving. We fight for prayer in schools, use hurtful language towards homosexuals, and point fingers at people, calling them sinners, insisting they must live according to Christian principles. While well-intentioned, these actions can sometimes make others feel more burdened by our Christianity than by the weight of the world’s sin.

I understand that living in a sinful world is difficult, but if God allows us to recognize the depth of our own sinfulness without Him, we should let others come to the same realization on their own. Our goal should be to help people find salvation first, and then allow God to change them. It’s not about trying to change others so we feel better or more righteous. What kind of love is that? True love is showing others the way to salvation and letting God do the transforming work.

"They will be gathered together, As prisoners are gathered in the pit, And will be shut up in the prison, "