is it worth it to go to church?

Question

and sit there and feel judged by people

I 'am a sinner and evil thats the
reason we feel this way

Answer 1

Church has always been a waste of time. The preacher is a liar, hypocrite and cheater. Not to mention the ones who preach hatred towards homosexuality while screwing Gay men privately. Most of the congregation are a group of hate filled, naive, cult followers who believe everything their preacher says. They are gullible enough to give money to the "church" all of it going towards the preacher's pockets. He's driving a Mercedes to church, dressing in $2,000 suits, wearing expensive jewelry, having all sorts of affairs with most of the women in his congregation, he lives in a gorgeous mansion. These people can't even pay their mortgage. Going to church is for people who do not like to think for themselves. The important thing is to make sure you live your life the way Jesus did. Do as much good as you can. Be honest. Don't judge anyone. That's it.

Answer 2

I know that many people feel that Christians judge those who are not saved. It irritates me when people who call themselves Christians do this because it gives other Christians (that do not judge people) a bad reputation. I am sorry that you have been judged by the people in your church and here are my two suggestions. 1-Look at yourself-Are people really judging you or is it guilt you are feeling when you go to church knowing that something "isn't quite right" between you and God. and 2-If they are judging you, maybe you should find another church.

Please don't take offense to anything I've said. I do not know you and do not have the slightest clue of where you stand with God, I do know that some judge and it is something that I try so hard not to do. I also know, however, that when something is in the way between God and I, it is very hard for me to sit in church unless I get it taken care of.

To answer your question--it IS worth it to go to church. When things are right between God and His children it is amazing just how awwesome it feels to be in His house...worshiping, learning, etc. It is a little taste of what eternity will be like in Heaven....I think every Sunday how amazing it will be to sing God's praise forever and ever and ever.......and ever. It is like a little boost for the week ahead.

I just read Elder_mo's comment with the quote "Going to church makes you no more a Christian than being a mechanic makes you a car" and I LOVE that quote....but Elder is taking it in the wrong way....that quote is meant to be used when those say "I go to church so I'm a Christian"....that is not true there is more to being a Christian than going to church.

Answer 3

The Church must be viewed from two perspectives. The church is not a physical body but a spiritual body. There is the local church, which is a physical expression of the Body of Christ where a group of Christians meet in a physical location. It may be a house, a particular building designated for meeting, a cave or whatever. The people are the church, not the physical structure. This is a local assembly of believers who have received His Word, been born again and are baptized. They come together for studying doctrine, prayer, breaking of bread and fellowship. Acts 2:41-42.

Second, there is the “Church” which is universal and is made up of all born again believers on planet earth along with those who are in Heaven. If you are saved today, you are a member of this Church. Some have called it the “Invisible Church.”

Yes it is worth going to church and fellowshipping with like minded people and also having others helping you in your walk with Jesus

Answer 4

Ignore the feeling of judgement others project upon you -- they're being very unchristian (or un-whatever your religion --I think all religions would like their followers to be welcoming). Now, If you feel a bit uncomfortable and awkward going to church, please don't give up on it. I think everyone feels that way at first, especially when they've just started going to church. I know that when i first started attending church (after not having gone since childhood) it felt odd, I didn't know what was going on, and felt like an outsider, literally and spiritually. Some churches i've gone to, everyone thought they had to come say something to me --that creeped me out -- in other churches, people were just the opposite. The church I've been happiest with is the church who has let me warm-up to them.
Is it worth going to church? A definite YES. In addition to the warm-fuzzy feeling it can bring, it brings a warm-fuzzy to God as well. I don't think you're going to Hell if you don't, but I think that a person can grow spiritually with the help of the church community

Answer 5

There is of course one way to find out . Try it and see!
Some think it is worth while while others don't ; Myself ,I have found it a very important arena as a stage to be acquired and partially disregarded for the sake of further progression without losing ones integrity in the process. Unlike many Atheists who would claim to give their children the benefit of choice but would not have them ever attend a church service I would prefer children to attend church or temple first and then decide what their perspective will be thus not surrendering to brainwashing on either side of the controversy.

Answer 6

Well, if you're feeling judged by people, then either you're feeling guilty or else you're very self-centered. If your feelings of guilt are justified, you might try some repentance. Either way, there's no need to feel judged by them. None of us are perfect, and the purpose of going to church is to encourage each other.

If people in your church have overtly shown that they are judging you, then they are overstepping their bounds and you might consider trying another church.

I think Abigail Van Buren said it best. The church is not a museum for saints, but a hospital for sinners.

Answer 7

Is it worth going to school? To college? What a better place to receive wisdom, knowledge and understanding than at church! Just like you would do in searching for the college/university for you, you would do the same in finding a church home. If the church is not following the Word of God, then that church is not of God and neither should it be for you.

In Romans 14:12-13, "so then, each of us will give an account of himself to God. Therefore let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in your brother's way."

Church is to fellowship with others, learn and grow with the Lord. Why do people have to go to the clubs to drink, listen to music, and dance when they can do that at home?

Do not let the father of all lies,whose only purpose is to kill, steal and destroy, keep you from having eternal life based on people who will have to face the same God as you. Accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior and go to His "club", church!

Answer 8

I love going to church. Not only are there lots of people there for the same reason as I-- to worship and praise God, but we are all like a family. It is like going to a wonderful family reunion every time. I wouldn't miss it for anything. If you go to a church and feel judged by people, you should visit some other churches until you feel welcome.

Perhaps the feeling of being judged is the Holy Spirit trying to draw you to accepting Christ as your Saviour.

Answer 9

if you are going to a church that continually judges people you need to find another church. If you are convicted of sin at church, that can be a good thing though so that you can come before the Father and be forgiven, however if others are judging you and not looking at their own sin, get out of there, and find a church that loves, and helps you grow in your faith

Answer 10

Yes. You learn a lot from the teachings of the bible and maybe you are feeling judged by people who are a lot like you when they are actually not judging you at all. Try making friends with them and see if things arn't a lot better than yuo think.