why do i have to be right?

What is it about me that not only has to be right- but goes a step beyond - to the place that you must agree with me? Why do I hold to my position so fervently? Is it because I really want you to get the truth- my truth- or......... Am I afraid I might be somehow diminished or less in control if I don't have it all figured out? Is it because of my own insecurity that I feel threatened by your questions? Sometimes-Yes many times, but............... There is Truth. There are things worth dying for. I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of Heaven and Earth and in Jesus Christ, His only Son our Lord. He was born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified dead and buried. He descended into hell, on the third day He rose from the grave- He ascended into Heaven, from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the Holy Catholic Church, the communion of Saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting- Amen Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength.......... Love your neighbor as yourself. God is Good. Christ died for me. God's Word is true. God is able. God Loves me. These are bedrocks- Much of the rest is open for debate. It's funny- even (especially) that last statement can lead us into contention. Father, help me in truth and humility, out of Love, to hold to what You want me to hold to and let go of my NEED to be right. Amen