Mr Rohr Mystery

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Mysteries that Mr. Rohr speaks of are the same ones we all see. Who is God? What are we here for? What is it that happens when you take your last breath? How far does the universe really go? As he says, in our younger days we want the answers, we have to have the cold hard facts. Now that I am 61, Mr. Rohr and I see it the same way. Solving the mysteries and knowing the facts are not that important anymore. Enjoying life that involves, less worry and the pleasure of just being is most important. Finishing college after 40 years is just a goal not a necessity. Worrying what other people think, especially concerning the Bible, is passé. Over these many years I have found that people once taught something have a terrible time of unlearning it. A few things I would like to know is, what was here before all the stars and planets, …show more content…
Rohr reading of the mystery of God comes from the reading of the Bible. As Paul writes he received the good news from God, not revelations of what mysteries were to be contemplated. Paul’s knowledge of God comes directly from God. There was no Bible to read and interpret. Paul’s duty to the Christian Brothers was not to reveal secrets but to treat you to the good news of Jesus Christ and what his death on the cross meant to the world. Most preachers today give you their interpretation of the Bible. Paul revealed the wisdom and power of the Holy Spirit. You will have faith because of the power of God. Paul speaks of great men’s lack of wisdom in understanding God and his purpose. Paul speaks of the Holy Spirit is the only one who can reveal secrets of God to us. Mr. Rohr compares this to waiting patiently for God to reveal in due course what he wants man to know and that is through the gift of the Holy Spirit. Mr. Rohr writes that man should over time seek guidance from the Holy Spirit and limits the questioning of the things that have not been revealed. The Holy Spirit is the one who speaks to us from God as we grow in our Christian

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