Part one of term paper
Despite years of traditional religious education, I find myself learning the delicate art of self interest. The empowering knowledge that I am indeed the captian of my own ship leaves me with feelings of control and peace and undoubtedly a measure of guilt. While I do most certainly believe in a higher power, i cannot subscribe to any precon ...

Part two of term paper
... empirical proof all claims of faith seem rather unsubstantiated to me. And yet, this seems to displease many people taht I am close to. My parents are quietly disappointed, and some friends have acted self-righteous about their unwavering faiths, while as far as I can see, they preach Christianity, but don't come close to practicing it. Strangers I have met at work ahve invited me to join them in their worship. I get pamphlets on my car, and messages on my answering machine. It seems taht ever ...