Focus

they were 'no longer with the church'
though I may describe them living strong christian lives

leave the question 'are they christian?' behind
it is inconsequential

we can focus on a way of thinking and believe with our thoughts.
or maybe, we can use
religion to measure and make sense of how we live.

In this time that we live, it seems we need to focus on living

...

Aspire to live in such beautiful ways
that all the people, from all religions
claim you as theirs