Spirituality sometimes seems more the habitation of mercurial mystery and wild inspiration. Religion, on the other hand, seems it would rather hold court with more sure characters like determined orthodoxy and defined behavior. 

Some see spirituality as religion's dangerously-uncontrollable cousin. Of course, others see religion as spirituality's narrow-minded snooty uncle. Truth is, though, both are members of the same family. They each, actually, spend a great deal of time playfully visiting and enjoying the company of the other. And, at the biggest and best celebrations, they even enjoy dancing together amidst the great ballrooms of collective history and personal expression.  

Even so, my guess is each of us is likely drawn to the company of one of them, more-often than the other.  Unique personalities, generational and cultural differences, the pain of past experiences, formative nurture from others, and more -- all give shape to whether we each feel more-comfortable within the presence of spirituality or religion. 

Whether religion or spirituality is someone's more-consoling companion it is important to understand that any wisdom, salvation and transformation to be found within such a relationship is only as valuable as we are, each of us, moved to offer generous hospitality within the house of holy habitation for all who are part of creation’s family.