I know this will most likely be ignored and you will probably throw out some literature about how you interpret the Bible from an abstract angle and don't take the words literally.  I just want people who might be listening to your apostasized version of religion to realize that God did not promise us an easy life, but the things that are happening in our lives right now were foretold in the Bible.  Even the fact that men would begin to change religion to fit their own perspective, to be able to do the things they want to do, to mold their religion to fit their sin filled lives, It is brought to light in the Bible with this line "Beware of wolves in sheeps clothing".  A pastor that would lead you away from the Holy Bible, a pastor that would not present your ONLY ticket to Heaven, is a wolf in sheep's clothing.  If you want to true path to Heaven, read the New Testament.  Also, I would think a long  time before choosing to listen to friends over God's word.  Please read the exerpt below, with just ONE example of what is wrong with this writing.   Salvation through Christ , by beleving in Him and the sacrifice He made for us and repenting your sins is your ONLY way to salvation.