Everyone,
I definately think we could all agree that religion is somewhat different from spirituality. Personally, I have read almost all the scriptures and writings I can get my hands on........to me, they all are saying the same thing as Jesus said, "Love one another." Buddha, 'compassion' etc.etc.

I watch some of the preachers on TV, must say, I get stuff out of it sometimes, like Joyce Meyer.........but I can't stand they fact that a lot of it is about "the blessings in your life will come if you believe." "you are a champion." etc. etc. All very inspiring, I guess..........but shouldn't we really be concentrating on what Christ taught, and others, compassion, nonjudgment, love thy enemy (I get hung up on this one), do unto others..........LOVE ONE ANOTHER."
I think these are the messages that the great ones knew would change the world, release us from suffering.
Instead, the TV preachers, and others, seem to be concentrating on Me, Me, Me and where's my blessings..............then of course, robbing widows of their money.........some of it really sickens me. So misguided. Christ said these people would suffer the greatest judgment. I always think, aren't they scared?

Just my opinion.