I change my views

Exactly because churchianity is different from Christianity. I have left the catholic religion two years ago, and I became a Born-Again Christian. Before anyone stereotypes once again, I am Christian but currently I don't have any church affiliations. Nevertheless, I am praying to GOD to help me find a sincere church group. My whole clan are catholics, being that said my parents are catholic of course, it was a difficult decision, not to mention some or probably most of my relatives think of me different now, worse some of them judge me because of ridiculous reasons (like since I no longer go to their church, that I will not be bless etc.) when in fact, if you really believe in GOD Jesus Christ, you should believe that wherever you maybe, you can always talk to him by simply praying to him personally and tell him whatever your heart feels or desires. "Ephesians 2:8-9 (King James Version) 8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the Gift of God: 9 Not of works, lest any man should boast." It's really simple, just accept Jesus Christ as your Saviour, repent and be saved.

Perhaps religion is really not that important but then again, if a person grows without any values from any religion, I guess those persons would become ignorant on what is right or wrong. Just my thought :)

I'm just glad that it is not up to any of us who live on this planet to decide who are doomed and who are saved. God will make that decision with no input from us at all. I would truly hate to have that responsibility.

I've been a person that is Christian but chooses to not go to church for a long time now. The reason that I don't go to church is because there are certain things about every church that I've ever been in that I don't agree with. I feel like going into a church that teaches beliefs that don't agree with my own is being a hypocrit and we are taught to not be hypocritical. I do say my prayers and I do believe that I will go to heaven at the conclusion of my life.

i think it is not important how many times we go to church, the most important thing is we live what god truly wants us to be. some people go to church all the time or are religious but their attitude and character in life and towards others are really not a good example or not that good. also some people go to church for the sake of going and most of them are not really praying or living out or putting to heart what they hear or learn in the church. it is up to us, if we will go to church or not., as long as we are responsible people, that's all that matters.

Hi averygirl72, I agree with you on this. I am a catholic but I do not practice its belief nor participate with their traditional ceremonies and such. However, I have faith in God, and I am confident that although I do not go to church that often, it does not mean that come the judgement day, I do not have a chance of being saved. It's all about faith in God I guess, regardless of your religion. Have a good day to you!