I have a good friend who's a Christian minister at the charity where I volunteer.
I've never brought up my personal beliefs with him. Recently, though, he's been trying to sell me on Christianity.
I respect the many religious traditions, but I like my relationship with the people and the universe around me. I meditate, practice kindness, and work to be positive and helpful. That's my "religion".
Frankly, I don't think anybody knows why they follow a special spiritual path... I think that's determined by their individual values and emotions. I'm sure God knows what's in my heart, and I feel no need to try to "make deals" with Him (a concept I find a bit silly and vain).
I could tell my friend exactly why I'm not interested joining a religious group, but I like him very much and I don't want to alienate him or hurt his feelings. Ideas? (And Christians, PLEASE don't try to convert me---no thanks, really!)
2006-10-01
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