Hi Jeff, yeah GOD humm? Lot of things happened in his name and many people suffered and killed in his name. It's a very weird thing, when you look at it from distance.
It's very simple: fear and guilt. These two emotions control human beings. If you're scared, you do whatever is asked. If you feel guilty, you pay, haha. I mean, that's what religion know how to do: Pay or you come to hell. And tell me your sins, otherwise you can't go to heaven. (its christianity base i know).
But thanks for the post, it's always good to talk about it. Chapeau for your brave.
Spirituality: Matt Kahn, that I'd say he has a neat spiritual view. Cause also that can become a religion (specially for rainbowkids)..