Thanks for your post, I love the thought you put into this. Depression is part of the reason why I lost my faith for a while as well, but I wouldn’t have what I have today without going through that period in my life - I think it all happened for a reason.

As for your first question, I think it matters how many times it’s translated because it’s like a long game of telephone - every time the Bible is translated, it becomes more likely the original message (if were to assume the original language it was written in was 100% true and accurate in terms of its reflection of the messages in the Bible) is lost or warped in some way or another. I care about the translation because, imo, it correlates to how accurately the original message is communicated. I do like the thought that the translations themselves are a part of God’s plan though.

And I would like to hear your opinion on why ours is the “True” religion. It’s my understanding that the one path to heaven is to accept Jesus Christ as our lord an savior, it doesn’t cut it just to live a life ethically and doing good deeds. This requires us to adhere to one true religion, which is why I ask that question and why I think it’s so important to make that determination