I thought religion would eventually wither away and we'd all be worshiping at the altar of science.

Taking the Bible too literally is a mistake. It should be read as a guidebook of wisdom and insight.

I found there were things about religion that I really loved; things like the sense of gratefulness that it brings.

Behavior shapes beliefs.

Plus, in one of his e-mails, the guy said he didn't like pancakes. What kind of asshole doesn't like pancakes?

I've rarely said the word "Lord," unless it's followed by "of the Rings.

I am officially Jewish, but I’m Jewish in the same way the Olive Garden is an Italian restaurant.