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What does it mean?
Religion aims to transform a person's inner life rather than just secure a place in the afterlife.
In plain terms
Religion should change how you live now, not just where you go after death.
What can you take from it?
True faith transforms your character here and now.

Where it applies

  • spiritual practice
  • moral reflection
  • community worship

Putting it to work

  • personal growth
  • ethical living
  • mindfulness

Questions to consider

  • How does your faith influence daily choices?
  • What does heaven mean to you personally?

Another view

Some might argue religion focuses heavily on rituals or dogma rather than inner change.

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