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Originally Posted by tippyclubb

I do sort of understand what he is saying although I don't think he communicated it well, nor can I but I'll try. I did not get the feeling he was an atheist, but disappointed in churches. We all know there are many scandals that come from churches and a lot of it involves greed and power. I understand that due to some experiences within the church and I ran across a lot of hypocritical people. This sickened me and I eventually left the church. I could go on and on about things that happened but I won't.

After leaving the church I never forgot the things learned from the sermons and continued to live by them by doing small acts of kindness, along with trying to live by the Golden Rule. I think jhrc4 was trying to convey just because you attend church doesn't make you a good, caring, compassionate person. You have to carry over the church experience into your everyday life to reach the fullest potential of being the best you can be in Gods eyes and others. I hope this makes sense as I do have a hard time communicating on forums. I'm more of a face to face person.

I aso think he /she was trying to lump successful churches with big money, he/she is not willing to give. Hence, the 15% tithing, that some churches may teach, in walking the walk.

GOD's second greatest commandment is "to love one another, as I have loved you". I believe we are put here to be of service to others. In doing the right thing, and not intentionally hurting, one another.

I'm sure there are some instances, where people like to think, they walk the walk, but don't. Christians aren't perfect, just forgiving.

Life is fragile, handle with prayer.