Religion has always been a subject that I return to in my head every so often. I debate myself on the merits of its existence as a concept and the often outweighed drawbacks it has on us. Belief is a powerful thing, one that often inspires hope in the minds of billions around the world. On the other hand, faith has been used to drive hate and discrimination against whatever the out-group of the time is, actively holding society back from progress. I have personally had mixed experiences with religion. Christianity, or more specifically catholicism, is probably the most common denomination where I’m from. For a long time, when I was younger and less open minded, I pictured every devout Christian as judgmental and bigoted, free from reason. As time went on and my perspective grown, I know acknowledge most religious people are accepting of others and quite lovely people. The lovely Texan band Lift to Experience only reassures me of this.