Recently a loved one has said that I’ve become too religious to the point that it is turning her away from the faith. I can understand how she might feel but I believe that she is looking at the cup 1/2 empty rather then 1/2 full. I understand that there might be times that my faithful observances might interfere with her secular activities but there are more times that my faithful observances make me a better person. Here are just a few of the “too religious” that she believes I participate in and why they are bringing more good then harm.
SABBATH SAVINGS- On the Sabbath I do my best not to spend monies and although that might not mean grabbing a bite at our local restaurant I can assure her that I can make a great dish (okay good dish) as well add $’s to our family budget and bring us together.
SABBATH REST- I’m sure there are times that she would like us to drive around escape from something but the Sabbath rest gives me a time to listen better and help us to understand and enjoy what’s on the plate around us. Sometimes in our busy schedule we run around so fast that we miss the beauty that is right there.
SYNAGOGUE SERVICES- It’s not always the most exciting activity (sorry Rabbi) but taking the time away from one selves and praying for others as well as getting closer to G-D helps us to see what is truly important in this life and beyond.