Hello Sam,

Thank you for your comment. Fortunately, I am not advocating for religion, nor am I under the bonds of religion. I am however a believer--in Christ Jesus. Due to my relationship with my Savior, I have more than transcended above the concept of religion and am wide awake.

If you do a bit more research, you will find that religion and relationship—much like the one I’m in—are not one and the same, but in fact contradict one another. While that statement may (or may not) incite friction, I think it is safe to say that it wouldn’t hurt any to first try and understand the distinction.

P.s. I made it clear (or inteded to) in the sections that seem like a push for religion that they are geared towards believers. I talk to 5 different audiences (writers, believers, musicians, comedians, awful cooks) and do not expect for everyone who reads to fall into or identify with every category. The categories are exclusive, yet inclusive. A nonbeliever can skip past the section aimed at helping believers just as an awful cook can dismiss the writers' pep talk. All groups have the option to hear my advice for any groups that do not pertain to them, however.

Sorry that was long, but hope it helps!

Bless,

~EstherJoyce