text: The most important thing is develop your own beliefs.  If you believe in something; study it so that you have a foundation to what you understand, that will leave you less open to manipulation.  Most religions are about self improvement not social, so in developing religious beliefs you should be improving yourself which means some study.  Most manipulators rely on peoples ignorance not their own knowledge of the truth.  \n\nWhile fellowship is important in sharing and asserting what you believe it isn't where you should get your ideas.  Study what you believe and think deeply about it.  \n\nNever be afraid to question yourself or your beliefs because it leads to understanding.