A Question for the Preacher
“Preacher, how do you know you’ve chosen the right path? Have you read the Upanishads, the Koran, the Vedas, the Talmud and others? Have you checked into other religions and compared them with Christianity?"
I’m flattered, but you vastly overestimate the Preacher’s intellect, stamina, and attention span. Where are you in your threescore and ten, I wonder? I’m in my 40s and have miles to go before deep sleep. I will not have time to explore the depths of Christianity, though I’m digging as fast as I can.
I can look up from my trench and give a respectful nod to the Buddhist, but I cannot join her and I suspect she cannot join me. It’s a matter of time, specifically the lack of it.
Because of my history and where I live, Christianity is the obvious choice. I’m not qualified to make comparisons, but I will claim that my tradition has deep roots and serious bona fides.
In this life you MUST choose. You may limit yourself to handling and re-handling observable data. You may dabble in several faith traditions, but your trenches will be shallow. Or you may choose a spiritual path and love God, as you understand her, with your heart, soul, mind, and strength, working your way ever deeper and ever closer to the reality that you long for.
The Preacher
4:02:57 PM 
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