I have a calendar that is daily sayings from the Dalai Lama. A recent one that has been sticking in my mind lately is:
"Just because my path is different than yours, doesn't mean I am lost."
I truly believe that the various religions of the world were established to reach different people on different paths. I believe that the basic messages/teachings of love and compassion are universal and the most important tenents for all.
Lately I find myself getting SOOOOO frustrated with individuals who believe that THEIR PATH is the ONLY TRUE PATH - without realizing that the great spirit/the universe/god/etc. speaks to each of us differently - but still speaks to each of us with truth and love.
Probably not explaining this well, but this has been on my mind lately. I know that a lot of this has to do with ME learning and practising my own patience and compassion for others, but sometimes.... sigh.