A World Without Religion (ID #001)

Date: 12/24/2008 to 6/23/2009
Duration: 26 weeks
Host: Jason Graves
Topic(s): 1

Overview:

Are we evolved enough as people to let go of our old world ties?  Are we willing to put aside that which separates us from one another?  One of the major influences in war, hate and inability to accept others stems from religious differences.  Where once religion served more to better mankind, and lead man along a path to moral and ethical development, it now serves as a means to justify separation and to draw lines in the sand.  Wars are fought, groups of people are isolated and hatred of one another can be seen from those of different or non-compatible religions.  As we look toward our future and the future of our children, will we be able to stand by each other, accept each other, and do away with beliefs and religions that cause separation among groups and replace them with ideas and love based in reality?

Topic 1: What Can You Do?
So how can a change so seemingly impossible become reality?  Is it even possible for people to let go of the ideas and beliefs that are seen in almost every facet of our modern life?  Yes, and it begins with you.  You don't have to go out and post bills, or spread the word from person to person.  Start with yourself, accept yourself and your role in this, understand that you want peace for all people, that you want a future where we all stand together, that you are willing to accept your place in this world without the need to believe in a separatist religion, that you are ready to evolve.  Once you have decided to make the change within yourself, then the change has already begun.  It is soley up to you if you wish spread your ideas of life and to see how others feel.  However, it is also important to note that these ideas should not be forced upon others.  Once expressed, it is up those listening to decide if they have evolved beyond the confines of religious belief.