Reading with Discernment

I've been blacklisted by someone on the Internet. This person is on the prowl, looking for any mention of things that might seem like heresy.

It's certainly a wise move for readers to be sure of a person's theology. Everyone should read carefully, according to their beliefs, and be discerning.

Because I've recently referenced some controversial names who don't line up with conservative Evangelical beliefs, I thought I might have been tagged--if this person employed the Homeland Security Advisory System with regard to spiritual danger, my blog may have just shifted from Code Yellow (Elevated) to Code Orange (High).

As a writer learning to tell stories and communicate clearly and creatively, I take inspiration from many different authors who represent many different points of view. Just because I mention them here doesn't mean I fully endorse every bit of them and align myself with their beliefs.

When I send you off-site, I'll try to remember to compose a little disclaimer so that you won't visit without knowing what you're getting into. With regard to the latest links, I loved their way with words and thought you might, too.

As for myself, for the record:

I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
the Creator of heaven and earth,
and in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord:
Who was conceived of the Holy Spirit,
born of the Virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried.

He descended into hell.
The third day He arose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty,
whence He shall come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and life everlasting.

Amen.