Is Church Necessary? Personal Faith vs. Organized Religion
Explore the shift from organized religion to personal faith. Discussing church attendance, the rosary, and finding a genuine connection with the Panginoon.
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The very people judging you for not going to church are sometimes the ones Jesus was warning us about—the ones who 'cleanse the outside of the cup' but are full of greed and wickedness on the inside.
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As I grow older, I've become completely different. Before, when my mom told us that we have a rosary. Even though I don't like it, I didn't think much. Yk for me long prayer or rosary, and going to church is not even necessary. As long as you're doing good. Praying silently or alone. Many of them in the church is not even genuine. Lots of people gonna say,"That's the results of not going to church every sunday or attending a mass. Lumalayo na sa Panginoon". That's not it, they don't understand.
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Many people believe that church attendance is the only way to stay close to the Panginoon, but personal faith often tells a different story. While traditional views suggest that skipping mass leads to a weakened spirit, others find that spiritual growth happens through silent, individual prayer. True connection is often found in the sincerity of one's heart rather than just showing up for a weekly service.
Yes, it is possible to maintain a strong relationship with God through personal faith rather than strictly following organized religion. Many individuals feel that doing good and praying silently is more impactful than participating in long prayers or the rosary if they don't feel a genuine connection. Faith is a personal journey that doesn't always require a formal church setting to be meaningful and real.
Religious hypocrisy can be a major deterrent for those seeking a genuine spiritual path. When people in the church do not act authentically, it can make traditional rituals like the rosary feel empty or unnecessary. Focusing on your own personal faith and doing good allows you to stay connected to your values without being discouraged by the perceived lack of sincerity in organized religious environments.
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