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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]As a non-religious person I'm curious as to what draws one to religion.[/quote]

I was a cradle Catholic. I had many experiences while in church as a child (meditating while staring at stained glass, felt like I was out of body after first confession) which made me believe it was all true. The Church's teachings made me feel extraordinary guilt and unworthiness. As a teenager, I realized that I had been manipulated. I no longer identify as a Catholic or Christian, but I still believe in God. I think many people use religion as a way to move forward from their bad choices and feelings. The most reverent people I've met are born again Christians who are former thieves, drug addicts or otherwise "immoral". "Love the sinner, hate the sin" is a powerful get out of jail free card. Basically, you can lie, cheat, steal or even kill and get into Heaven all because you accept Jesus as your savior. I'd rather white knuckle it through life and have some guilt free fun, honestly.[/quote]

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