Drumming for Jesus and Genocide

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4. Many peoples have committed atrocities born of bigotries.

Piety is the would be shield protecting their bigotries from moral and ethical judgment.

At the same time, religious faith has inspired acts of great humanity, given focus and perseverance, when all hope is lost, to overcome.

One can look at religion as a cultural tool. Ritual, reflection, community -- help to bind one to an overall purpose of existence in harmony.

The spiritual, mental, and emotional openness it requires to nurture the communion of man leaves us open to the manipulation of sociopaths and liars. They appeal to the dark side, make people believe in their superiority over those not holding their faith or those not holding it correctly

A hammer can build or destroy. One can be a carpenter or a murderer.

No matter what you believe, the choice for good or bad is yours.

Illness might cloud your judgment. You will then need to have faith that others will help you heal while protecting the rest of your community.

What you lead people to, what people will lead you, means you have to pay attention. Find your center, keep your peace, and share it.