James was born in Amsterdam, Netherlands, though currently commutes between Toronto and Vancouver, Canada. He has experienced cultures and ideas through his travels which have given a greater appreciation and sadness for humanity.
He is a Christian, however, he does not applaud the method by which Christianity has been sold stating that, “It is possible to teach scripture to a parrot and never once hear the meaning of that verse from that parrot – as it squawks on its perch – high above the filth on the bottom of its cage.”
You will be challenged by the thoughts expressed here – they will incite you to expand your perceptions and open your mind to a greater understanding.
Please note: I am not a perfect person in regards to the reality that I do and have succumb to the intricacies of being human. Being human, who serves God means such to me: that I know I was created a perfect creature and am finished and fully complete – as is the nature of creation – yet still wrestle with the innate qualities of an imperfect world which completely includes the nature of my mind, my will and my emotions. That on occasion, I do not or will not listen to the quiet voice of the spirit within me – which is to say that I do not follow my intuition or conscience – to which I then – must recount and restore in order to return to the intended result of my created character.
Being human means that knowing that right action is a choice and a function of my spirit, and that the carnality of humanity can force a constant wrestling with both the spirit and the humanity.
“The era of procrastination, of half-measures, of soothing and baffling expedients, of delays, is coming to a close. In its place we are entering a period of consequences.” Winston Churchhill (November 12, 1936)
Hello James,
This page is great – so much good reading, and good music….I am glad to be here:)
Take care – Sigrid
By: Sigrid on June 17, 2007
at 7:50 pm
Have no clue how I came across your yahoo 360 site (might have been off of someone’s friends list or a search and I saved it) but it has been a most interesting….adventure reading through your blogs and your profile.
Have only read a few but I’ll definitely keep coming back. You, James, are a very fascinating individual.
Maria~
By: Maria Arnemann on June 18, 2007
at 8:33 am
Thank you for dropping by and letting me know you enjoyed my words. Sorry, for not asking your permission before I put you in my blogroll(not sure if I needed to). I enjoyed reading your thoughts, I have no idea why though.
regards
By: mysoul on September 25, 2007
at 12:19 am
I am ready for my challenge.
By: harlequinsgazette on November 4, 2007
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By: Marriage & Divorce - A True Christian Perspective « … random dialogues to self … on November 4, 2007
at 7:10 am
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By: God & Politics « … random dialogues to self … on November 11, 2007
at 2:43 pm
“It is possible to teach scripture to a parrot and never once hear the meaning of that verse from that parrot – as it squawks on its perch – high above the filth on the bottom of its cage.”
mmm mmmm – deep…
but all religion is a con job – you must notice that selling, or brainwashing, from an early age and disallowing questions about the world is the hallmark of most religions.
By: timorek on August 19, 2008
at 7:05 am
Hi
I am a little leery of declaring whose side God is on though, no matter how noble the cause. I used to do it myself and figured out eventually that it’s an ineffable question and reduces the scope of the infinite to our own tribal battles. I deeply respect many people who pursued social justice in God’s name (MLK, Malcolm X, Gandhi, to name a few) but it still seems like a dangerous road to take.
Came here through Natalia Antonova’s blog. It’s interesting and I agree with what I’ve read for the most part. Also, I’m Dutch-American and my grandmother and aunts share a hometown with you
Best wishes
Dave
By: parallelsidewalk on September 30, 2008
at 7:08 am
Without question…
as a matter of point, I just reviewed my “about” page, prior to receiving your comment. It is no different to me. The word of God to me, when heard spoken by others, is only valuable if they can then, take those words, and show them through to fruition using themselves and examples from their own lives, as that is the indicator as to whether or not those words are indeed written upon their hearts and upon their minds.
As such,. The answer to your question is…. indeed.
By: James Van Leuvaan on October 13, 2008
at 6:04 am
Well, you ARE a drag mister!
I lost your email, and we haven’t talked for ages now. What are you up to these days Jimmie?
Email me at americangoy@yahoo.com
By: americangoy on January 22, 2009
at 9:06 am