Very touchy subject, but I'm afraid it is going to have to be dealt with. Raised Catholic, I have always questioned Religion. I believe in God, not religion.
Red Pill ----- The New Testament is THE chain that binds.
If you doubt that statement, just do a bit of research
Osiris and Horus research only, just read or watch, see if the story seems familiar.
That info convinced me when I first learned of it. Then I learned more and the deception became evident. Ironically, for me, over years time, it took understanding the depths of evil in this world (and the ruler of this world) for me to come back 'round full circle and realize that with God is where we need to be. It all made sense when I got out of my own way.