My T went to seminary and I told him from the get go...I didnt want to hear any fire and damnation, as I can get that anywhere around here. We rarley discuss religion unless I bring it up. I too am a Christian, but thats as far as I label it. Your T is older and her belief system is therfore probably a little more old school then yours, not to mention your past vs hers. Her way is not the ONLY way. Your relationship with GOD is between you and GOD. She is NOT a better Christitian then you , shes a sinner just like the rest of us and unless she has a red GOD batphone and speaks to him directly..... then your faith is just as valid as hers. Wishing you wel my dear. You are a good person and you are worthy in the eyes of many and GOD. SO "but I feel as if she wants me to ascribe to her way of thinking...that I'm not going to heal until I do." So I call BS in this one.