What should religion look like?

Many people tout the phrase, "I don't have religion... I have a realtionship." It's usually found on some form of paraphanelia such as a key chain, bumpersticker or T-shirt. I understand the phrase because disciples of Jesus Christ are not just going through the motions of a religion, but they have a real, living, breathing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Sometimes religion is made up of rules and regualtions, even though that may not be its intent.

I really like that in James 1:29 it states: "Religion that God our fahter accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world."

I love that God makes it so clear that his heart is for people and for righteousness. #1 We are to care for those in need. #2 Continually allow God to sanctify us.

I love that God is pure. He has many attributes, but this is one that I love more than anything.