I believe my last post was a little harsh. And in being harsh I have done exactly that which  comes easily to me, and exactly that which displeases God.

In our best moments we all do what we hope to be good and right. It is through prayer and critical introspection and then again prayer and scientific investigation that we constantly remodel ourselves to be more like the deeply principled and compassionate examples of the Prophets, peace be upon them all.

I struggle constantly with the lure of self-righteousness. My mother would say, “You always think you’re right.” To which, I would counter, “Of course I think I’m right. Why would I think this way if I thought I was wrong?” You probably see right off the arrogance that took me years to recognize.

Submission is what I most desire (hence my conversion to Islam) and “being right” is the sin that continues to ensnare me. It is not the only sin – but it is the one that seems to hurt people and cause me the most personal shame.

Thank you for your understanding patience and kindness.