It seems that each of us chooses his own path, his own truth, but in reality, what could be more important than love?

I have always believed that at the core of every person there is a spark of kindness, that each of us has the power to love. And although the world around us can sometimes seem hostile and cold, faith helps me believe that it can be the connecting link, the thread that connects us with other people, despite everything that distinguishes us.

For me personally, as a Catholic, faith has always been more than just a set of rules or dogmas. It is not theology or philosophy that can be learned in books. Faith is, first of all, an attitude to the world, it is a way of life that I choose every day. And it is this choice that influences how I treat people, love, loved ones, and even those who may be different from me.

When I think about love, one of the most powerful moments from the Gospel often comes to mind: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” These are not just words, this is a call that I try to perceive as a guide in my life. It does not matter who is in front of me - a friend or a stranger, a Christian or a person of another faith. If I can sincerely love, help, be there, this is my faith in action.

When you love, you seem to see something more in a person than their religion or opinion on any issue. It is deeper than food preferences or opinions on politics. This is the very feeling that unites us, makes us similar, even if we initially seem so different.

Love does not set conditions, and faith is not something that can interfere with love. There were moments in my life when I met people who did not share my religion, but they became those with whom I could share my joys and sorrows. And although we could have different views on life, we still understood each other. Faith in God, love for people, kindness - all this remains beyond religious and cultural barriers.

When you love, you do not look for differences. You just want to be there, you want to understand and support, you want to give something of yourself. Faith should not become an obstacle to love, but on the contrary, it should strengthen it. As a Catholic, I am deeply convinced that love is a manifestation of God's will, and if we are open to love, we are open to God. This means that we are open to every person, regardless of what path he or she has chosen.

I remember how often people ask the question: "What about those who do not share your faith?" Honestly, I do not think for long. It does not interfere. It does not make love less. When you truly love, it doesn't matter whether you share similar views with the person or not. Love itself is already part of faith, part of the connection we all seek. It's not what religion you belong to, it's how you live.

Perhaps for some people, faith is something too personal, something they don't want to discuss with others. And that's okay. I always try to be careful in matters of religion, because I understand how easy it is to offend someone or cause misunderstanding. But it also seems to me that if we learn to respect each other and be open, then even with the most different views on life, we can still find a common language.

Can different religions separate people?

Lana Banana