I have been asked many times by people throughout my life what my religious views are, so I have decided to post them for the whole world to see.

For those looking to categorize me, I am a "theist" as I am a firm believer in a "God" and a role in our lives, but not a believer in organized religion This definitely strokes atheism, agnosticism and others off the list.

I've debated my existence since I was about 6; it's one of those things that I've always been curious about as I was raised by atheist parents (no guidance as to origins of life), but traditionally Presbyterian.

I believe a God/Spirit/Energy initiated life, evidence seems to indicate it originated in a Big Bang like event; and as far as I am concerned, I am perfectly fine with that explanation. I'll try not to get too deep with my views, but give a bare bones run-down. I think life is too wonderful and beautiful for it to be an accident or a random occurrence; to me, science and creationism are totally different topics, not conflicting. Science is amazing at describing how things move and deriving laws and theories which have very valid applications in life. What science will never be able to do is explain why mass attracts mass, why constants are the values they are, how everything was created to work so seamlessly together to form what we know as "life". For example: Statistically our bodies should not function (complex molecules in our bodies absorbed by membranes cannot randomly enter in the speed it does), molecules should not form (molecules form to lower energy, but reaction mechanisms must form complex unstable molecules, before lowering energies).

This energy/spirit/god has created many great things and they all work together seamlessly almost magically. For all these infinite systems to integrate so flawlessly and with such positive characteristics in all its various forms; i have no doubt it was knowingly engineered.

Also, I like to think there is something greater beyond our petty lives with governing morals and reasons to be good. A universal conscience inherent of all beings on earth; a right and wrong to continue the positive nature of the global ecosystem for all eternity. I also believe in an underlying moral system for the purpose of punishing those who do ‘bad’ during their lives; as many people knowingly do harm, they deserve severe punishment. I am a firm believer that for every action there's an equal and opposite reaction and this extends beyond our brief period of life.

I also want to touch on my views about this energy/spirit/god. I think he/she/it is a compassionate, moral force wishing its creation to live in a manner such that the positive nature continues, and livelihood is not cut short for others for the sake of one's self. That being said, I also think people should rely on nothing more than what "God" has given them to succeed, relying on compassion only after one has shown to not help one's self.

For key issues in today's society, god would not hold form of religion against any faith, unless the humane moral framework was broken. Therefore terrorism in the name of god is condemned, forcing your views on others is condemned, any form of fighting in the name of god. As for gay relationships, no harm is done to any party involved, being a compassionate and loving presence; god would fully support a caring relationship such as this. Sexual relationships in a loving and caring manner would not be looked down upon as it is a natural practice inherent in many aspects of life; humans are no different than animals. Consciousness is another main part of my beliefs; for example, animals have instincts, part of the design of life is to have this and if creatures unknowingly act un-morally, "god" cannot hold that against them. Similarly with drugging of children to fight in wars in Africa; unless they knowingly turned to these groups who drug them for militia, they cannot do held to account for their actions. People who are rehabilitated and come to the realization of their wrongs, learn from their life lessons will be pardoned to some extent (I imagine).

So that's it for now I guess...maybe I am an idealist to think this, but I don't look down on anyone who thinks otherwise, as we all don't know. Trying to explain the unknown logically is impossible; all we can do is assume and guess.