Religion

I have noticed a theme of Christianity in your letters. I, myself, am not a religious person, but I am very interested in the role religion plays in the lives of others, especially people who are faced with extremely difficult circumstances. I was wondering if you could talk a little about your faith and how it affects your daily life. Were you raised in a religious home? Do you find that your religion is a comfort to you in prison? – Penny, Boston, MA


Hi Penny,

Penny, religion is not for everyone, yet there are some who can not get around without it. As I understand more and more about religion I can clearly see that being religious is a a way of life where most have not tried. Meaning they have tried everything under the sun to see if they could find peace. Money didn’t do it. Having jewelry that they are too afraid to wear because of crime didn’t do it. Going in and out of prison never seems to be the answer. So I think that religion has a way of finding someone down on their luck. So I have talked about how religion has given me peace and a different lifestyle. So let me say this, there are men and women that will never be able to convert to religion. It’s not for everyone but yet it is there for the taking. Religion has helped me to deal with things more wisely.

Peace to you Penny,

Vernon