Thoughts on my Faith

As I was sitting in church, I thought about many practices and symbols that are valuable to others but are just not right with me. But that's okay because we all find our way in this world. The pastor talked about what a saint is; loving, compassionate, forgiving. Just like Jesus caring for others. 

"Buddhist psychology offers specific teachings and practices for the development of forgiveness. Like the practice of compassion, forgiveness does not ignore the truth of our suffering. Forgiveness is not weak. It demands courage and integrity. Yet only forgiveness and love can bring about the peace we long for." Jack Kornfield The Practice of Forgiveness

So when I think about my Buddhist practice, it is not that much different from what most Christians see as the way to live. Is kind of surprised though when the liturgist calmly read Psalm 149.