somehow I accidentally posted this on the Vaguely Vagabonds blog. oops. obv fixed it now tho.
lately I've started to see some things. some answers. they're costing a lot, but I think it's worth it.
the answer I've been given today is a simple one. ironically enough, this isn't the first time I've heard it. it's a very prevalent theme in Christian religion, and comes straight from the Bible. the theme is that works alone will not get you to heaven. it's not what you do that counts. it's seen in the bible here:
*Galatians 2:16
Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law but by faith in Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Christ Jesus, that we might be justified by faith in Christ and not by the works of the law; for by the works of the law no flesh shall be justified.
*1 Samuel 16:7
But the Lord said to Samuel, "Do not look at his appearance or at his physical stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart."
fairly simple, eh? except that I've missed it. a robot can be programmed to go on road trips, to meet people, to read good books, to smoke cigars with family, and to walk and see nature. this is all simple to do, but not to experience. not to live. the real test is inside. and lately I've been preoccupied with doing the right things, and I'm missing out on it all anyway.
kinda preachy, I know. and I referenced Christianity, which is REALLY rare for me. ever so sorry. won't happen again.
Soundtrack for the day: I'm Not There - Bob Dylan
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