For us to remain in this world, our animal brain has to be there to support us.

God seems willing to act as the most sublime psychologist, psychotherapist, or even psychiatrist if we are willing.

Over time we are able to undermine habitual modes of thinking formed by our self-made self in early childhood, which tries to squeeze happiness from the gratification of our desires for the symbols in our culture of survival and security, power and control, and affection and esteem.

What I really wanted was to fall in love with God. It's amazing what obstacles there are within us, or at least in me, that seem to slow this process.

God is a tremendous supporter of creation, especially of all living beings.

One of the great purposes of religion itself is being hindered by an exclusive-ism that doesn't take into account the common elements and values that we actually share.

Perhaps the shortest and most powerful prayer in human language is help.