Still reading Dan Kimball's 'They Like Jesus But Not The Church.' In ch. 6 were some quotes that pack a real punch.
"I did grow up in a church, but now I am a Buddhist. When I became a mother, I wanted my daughter to have a spiritual upbringing. However, I didn't want her to become like the Christians in the church I knew. They were always so negative and complaining about everything, and I wanted my daughter to be in a positive environment. I became a Buddhist since they are a much more loving and peaceful people than those in the church." ~ Jennine, owner of a beauty salon (96)
"The employees (of a restaurant) hate working that day (Sunday) because the Christians complain more than other people do, have poor attitudes, make more of a fuss and are particular about things, and don't tip. This is how we are known in our culture today." (97)Do these convict you as much as they do me? What do you think...?
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Unfortunately, the church community inherents those who think its some kind of elitest club. The "holier than thou's" that are there to be seen.
I know a lady whose daughter "rebelled" into religion. This way she could tell her mother what a sinner she was for her divorce and whatever else. Of course, when she found herself distanced from friends and family, she quit going to church, as it no longer suited her purposes.
I guess when you throw your doors open, all kinds walk in.
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