No Religion
It reminds me of a contest.
Their way is better.
Better than another.
Better for all.
And they must fight for their way.
No matter how much war it creates.
Perhaps some ways do this more than others.
But sooner or later swords cross.
And—no kingdom hath shed more blood than—
The age old story.
I have no religion.
I only have belief in a higher power.
This power has entered my life in no uncertain terms many times.
I don't doubt it.
I respect it.
I don't understand its ways.
I don't believe I should.
That's not the point.
I know no ultimate answer.
No knowledge of how the universe works.
No guiding practice guaranteeing me safe passage to another world.
I believe we are here to live this life, not prepare for the next.
Not to focus on a life eternal.
But to live life within its limits.
I don't expect you to understand nor follow what I do.
Some consider it their duty to push their way upon others.
I would rather you go your own way.
Some have wanted me to change my way to their way.
I don't want to lie to myself.
I know what I experienced and it doesn't point to their way.
I have no religion.
Ultimately I am not alone.
This power watches over.
I've known it before. I'll know it again.
But for now I live this life. Focus on it.
Not the previous nor the next.
Try to keep true to my feelings, desires, and responsibilities.
Stay the course.
With no religion.
