I believe that people have the right to think freely.  I believe in being responsible for one’s actions and living with the consequences of one’s actions.  In other words, I think people should be honest.  And if one makes a mistake, that person should apologise and make amends.

I believe that we should be rightly judged by our actions and intentions.  That is a fundamental part of morality.  It is essential to a functioning society.  I believe in telling the truth.  I believe that lying, on purpose, to control others is morally wrong and should be punished accordingly.  That is because the truth is vitally important to the welfare of every person, regardless of wealth and/or status.

I believe that all people are worthy of respect.  Kindness and care, especially when selflessly given to those in need, is a virtue worthy of our aspirations.  It makes the world a better place in which to live.

I believe that each of us is here for a reason, even if we never find out what it is while here on earth.  I believe that seeking this purpose brings meaning to our lives.

I think that every person’s belief system guides their behavior and as long as other people are not hurt in the name of those beliefs, I can agree to disagree with them.

Most of all, I believe in love.  I believe that God is love.  I believe that God loves us wherever we are, who we love, or how we behave and understands the weaknesses of every one of us, regardless of whether or not we believe in God’s existence.  I believe in heaven.  And I believe in hell.  And I think both of them exist here on earth as well as after death.

Beliefs are important.  They have power in our lives.  What do you believe?