I am a native American and follow my tribes beliefs. However any religion that espouses love, honor, duty and defense of home and family has my full support.
I see a world based on a Judeo-Christian ethic as overall very positive. Having studied comparative religions, I can say I personally enjoy the Zen mindset and use that to balance my overly aggressive nature. Having taken the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI-2) test for my daughter when she was getting her masters in Psycology - it was found I am basically the flatline standard for sanity (scares me to think it) however my aggression level is off the charts. I have studied martial arts for over 37 years and so have found the Zen teachings to be very much a balancing factor for me.
Since studying many of the principles put forth in the Book of Five Rings by Miyamoto Musashi
http://www.bookoffiverings.com/ - I have found peace and and tranquility. Life and death walk hand in hand and for every tool there is a use. I have come to understand I am a man of violence and understand well its application to the human condition. This doesn't mean I can't love children, pets and my family. It just means I am singularly qualified to understand threats of violence to people and how to respond to prevent, stop or react to such actions by others.
In my family and circle of friends I am the go to guy to resolve such issues. I often hear - how is it you talk to these people and they just stop? I speak the language they understand. Threats are just that and often just fan the flames, a very simple and quiet statement - if you continue in this manner I will personally make sure you answer for it, has always worked for me.