Religion affects the lives of its followers by...

1. Handling Adversity

1.1. according to Buddhism everything in life is suffering and according to the 4 noble truth suffering is the craving to renewed existence.

2. Moral Code

2.1. the ten commandment is a moral code and tells people how to act in Judaism and Christianity

3. Sense of Belonging

3.1. each of the religions had guide lines for its followers which make them feel united as a group