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wonderboy75 · 04-26-2005, 02:03 AM

Okay then I'll discuss it abit.

I find myself to be a rare schizophrenic. I exhibit no signs at this time except something that is common among schizo's, I'm very religous, actually spiritual is more accurate. But when I was in the pysch ward, all three times there was a number of patients who turned to the bible as I had.
I remember having the most vivid conversations about the bible and feeling that the people I was talking to were on a different level of understanding. They too were considered ill. It was interesting.
While I was in an American Hospital I requested to talk to a priest, I guess they liked me because one actually came. His name was Micheal. He prayed with us, some sang he brought us on a spiritual journey. Many others turned to their faith and I remember the guy who left before me was so sure of his faith.

I've talked to other people outside of the hospitals who think they may be slightly ill but feel comfortable with it...
These people have told me about how they can feel the presence of angels or see auras.
They too have a stong passionate spiritual faith.
It seems to be more common when people talk about but no one talks about it.

Schizophrenia is the name.
I've been saved through Jesus but beyond the understanding of another individual...
Except maybe a priest, who has the gift.

I have found there to be two types of people.
The first derive their spirituality from the people around them, they go to church because they are reassured about their faith by others.
The second, (this is me) derives their spirituality from within. Since I've been saved I know that there is nothing that will happen throughout my existence that will change my faith, my love for God. Nothing. Especially not Death.

People clash when they talk about religion most of the time. But they share the basics. One thing for sure, when group 1 mixes with group 2 there will be disagreements. Obviously, this is how a holy war happens. But by talking about it we can find others who have similar passion. (Not the same but similar)
Those beliefs when shared honestly in expression of passion for faith are true. We can learn more about what miracles the spirit of Jesus who lives in us all. AND what he's been doing for our loved ones.
If someone reads this who has spent time in a church by themselves, (and you probably derive your spirituality from within but I could be wrong). When you enter an empty church(i find empty to be more awe inspiring) do you not feel...that undescribable feeling that is God's presence?

My schizophrenia which is characterized by hallocinations (both visual and auditory), I had auditory which was a voice in my head. My illness lead me thousands of miles away from home, quitting a good job, telling noone where I'd gone, walking naked through a busy city why...because deep down I new that my destiny counted on listening to this voice. It tested me..I beleive I have passed so far and hope I am ready when the time comes again. No matter what the good voice told me to do everything worked out.

This is why I my favorite passage makes sense.
"In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God"
John 1:1

Explanation: Before the universe existed God was still here. A light in the dark.(In the beginning was the word) next, we were created in Gods image so "the Word was with God" also makes sense...meaning even when there was nothing there was a voice. Maybe an auditory hallucination..lol. Finally and the Word was God. That voice in our heads is God. I hear it. So do others.

If you ever hear it, follow it with all your heart. When our body falls away(when we die physically) I believe every one of us will hear it, some for the first time.

Knowledge is power, that is why I openly tell people I'm schizophrenic. I need to gain more spiritual knowledge from the people around me. So far so good.
Think outside the box.

Last thing I have to say, suppose you don't think you believe in God.
Listen to yourself talk on a day to day basis or better yet ask someone to correct you when you do the following:
If you say Jesus Christ, or Oh my God, or Holy Jesus, or what in heavens name or anything like these...any references to God..
ask yourself why you used his name, did you even think about it or deep down inside did the Spirit of Jesus suddenly escape you for a second.
Interesting eh?

If it isn't I apologize for being dull.

I'd love to hear some opinions and stories, please respond.

04-26-2005, 02:03 AM	#3 (permalink)
wonderboy75 Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Burlington, Ontario Posts: 31	Okay then I'll discuss it abit. I find myself to be a rare schizophrenic. I exhibit no signs at this time except something that is common among schizo's, I'm very religous, actually spiritual is more accurate. But when I was in the pysch ward, all three times there was a number of patients who turned to the bible as I had. I remember having the most vivid conversations about the bible and feeling that the people I was talking to were on a different level of understanding. They too were considered ill. It was interesting. While I was in an American Hospital I requested to talk to a priest, I guess they liked me because one actually came. His name was Micheal. He prayed with us, some sang he brought us on a spiritual journey. Many others turned to their faith and I remember the guy who left before me was so sure of his faith. I've talked to other people outside of the hospitals who think they may be slightly ill but feel comfortable with it... These people have told me about how they can feel the presence of angels or see auras. They too have a stong passionate spiritual faith. It seems to be more common when people talk about but no one talks about it. Schizophrenia is the name. I've been saved through Jesus but beyond the understanding of another individual... Except maybe a priest, who has the gift. I have found there to be two types of people. The first derive their spirituality from the people around them, they go to church because they are reassured about their faith by others. The second, (this is me) derives their spirituality from within. Since I've been saved I know that there is nothing that will happen throughout my existence that will change my faith, my love for God. Nothing. Especially not Death. People clash when they talk about religion most of the time. But they share the basics. One thing for sure, when group 1 mixes with group 2 there will be disagreements. Obviously, this is how a holy war happens. But by talking about it we can find others who have similar passion. (Not the same but similar) Those beliefs when shared honestly in expression of passion for faith are true. We can learn more about what miracles the spirit of Jesus who lives in us all. AND what he's been doing for our loved ones. If someone reads this who has spent time in a church by themselves, (and you probably derive your spirituality from within but I could be wrong). When you enter an empty church(i find empty to be more awe inspiring) do you not feel...that undescribable feeling that is God's presence? My schizophrenia which is characterized by hallocinations (both visual and auditory), I had auditory which was a voice in my head. My illness lead me thousands of miles away from home, quitting a good job, telling noone where I'd gone, walking naked through a busy city why...because deep down I new that my destiny counted on listening to this voice. It tested me..I beleive I have passed so far and hope I am ready when the time comes again. No matter what the good voice told me to do everything worked out. This is why I my favorite passage makes sense. "In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the Word was God" John 1:1 Explanation: Before the universe existed God was still here. A light in the dark.(In the beginning was the word) next, we were created in Gods image so "the Word was with God" also makes sense...meaning even when there was nothing there was a voice. Maybe an auditory hallucination..lol. Finally and the Word was God. That voice in our heads is God. I hear it. So do others. If you ever hear it, follow it with all your heart. When our body falls away(when we die physically) I believe every one of us will hear it, some for the first time. Knowledge is power, that is why I openly tell people I'm schizophrenic. I need to gain more spiritual knowledge from the people around me. So far so good. Think outside the box. Last thing I have to say, suppose you don't think you believe in God. Listen to yourself talk on a day to day basis or better yet ask someone to correct you when you do the following: If you say Jesus Christ, or Oh my God, or Holy Jesus, or what in heavens name or anything like these...any references to God.. ask yourself why you used his name, did you even think about it or deep down inside did the Spirit of Jesus suddenly escape you for a second. Interesting eh? If it isn't I apologize for being dull. I'd love to hear some opinions and stories, please respond. __________________ Dreams...what a concept?