What is sin?

After last week's discussion I was almost surprised to see that our ideas and thoughts on sin, in relation to God and also in our own opinions were very similar. Despite the fact that we all come from different backgrounds it appears to me that we share very similar thoughts. The exercise helped me realize that while I often challenge the principles of my religion, its views and ideals have been deeply instilled in me.

I do struggle often to remain a practicing Catholic. It wasn't until recently that I have come to find so much distaste for its fundamentals. Unlike St. Augustine, for me it has often been easier to turn away from my faith than two it during hard times.

During my readings of this piece, I found it almost easier to recite out loud. I would say in comparison to the other readings this was on of my favorites. I found St. Augustine to be almost funny or sarcastic at times. Of course that could just be me putting myself in the reading. I'm finding myself to enjoy the readings that I can put myself into more.