Attention all Christians!!!
Stop following Christianity! That's right, you saw it correctly. I'll even repeat it - stop following Christianity; stop taking your Pastor's interpretation of the Bible as truth*, stop striving for Heaven through your good works, stop pretending to be "just fine" because you're a Christian. Instead of following Christianity (a religion), try following Christ. Not sure how you go about that? Well, there's this book that tells you how. It's really great, it's been published all over the world in tons of languages. It's called the Bible. As you read it, you learn more about how to follow Christ. Also, in the first four books of the New Testament (commonly, the books are referred to as gospels), you'll find out that Jesus pretty much despised religion. The only people He ever publicly yelled at were religious leaders. Not once did Jesus call people to follow Judaism. He called them to "follow me". Therefore, I issue this challenge: stop following Christianity and pursue Christ with everything you have. He is "the Way, the Truth, and the Life." He's the only way to Heaven. Love Him, let Him love you, and let Him love through you. When you do this, you'll suddenly understand the real reason for doing good and avoiding bad. It's not for fear of Hell (at least, it shouldn't be), it's because we love Jesus and want to please Him.

Don't fall into religion when you can have a relationship with the living breathing God of the universe. Religion is Man's feeble attempt to reach out and touch God. Newsflash: God has already reached down and touched man through Jesus. Psalm 46:10 says "Cease striving and know that I am God." (NASB) I translate that to "let go and let God." When you strive you're getting in God's way. Just stop working, start loving, and let God love through you. Instead of being a Christian be a Christ-follower.

*When I said "stop taking your pastor's interpretation of the Bible as truth" what I meant is that you should examine what they say for yourself. Take notes when they preach, and check them against what the Bible says. If something doesn't add up, ask them about it. God doesn't want robots. He gave us brains and free-will. USE THEM!!!

Hang Loose,
Moses