“-we still have the same old tired message, we are still full of judgment, we are still full of self righteousness and our works.”
People always judge others, before any one even approaches you, or even say a word to you. You would judge them according to their behavior. Most people do it so often that they become unaware of themselves when they do it. I think that many people find it tempting instinctively.
Not always judging in a mean way, though. Some just form opinions about their personalities.
I don't think that judging, if bad if good, can ever stop.
“People don't need to be told they are wrong and sinful. They know it.”
People like who? Age and background info matters to this subject.
Why not? SOME people, let's say, didn't have a happy childhood. For example, they were beat, never hugged, never heard a compliment, neglected etc. Would they know what is right from wrong? I don't think that they can recognize the difference between the two behaviors without any help and direction.
Jesus always looks to spend some time with those who are most sinful (ex: Zacchaeus) and many people complained that he should be doing the opposite. Jesus said, “I was not sent except to the lost sheep of the house of Israel” He knows that some people are in need of some help.
If we, like you said, don't need to be told what is right from wrong then how do you raise your kids? How would the child turn when he/she grows up? They would be emotionally numb (likewise to an abused or neglected child).
You would be doing someone a favor if you let them know. Once, I helped a friend like this.
“And RIGHT believing will produce the proper behavior and right living automatically , effortless.”
What do you mean by “RIGHT believing”? Is it something that someone can do?
You make it sound so easy. What about Rasputin (and many other people)? He was so near to God, but couldn't resist the temptations to drink. Also, (I can't remember if this one was just a false/undecided accusation or a fact) he was involved sexually with numerous women. And he was supposed to be a monk too. He can't be in heaven now.
“Is it a religion, it is about self improvement?”
Yes and yes. Why self-improvement? Because, obviously, if you follow the commandments (don't kill, steal…) you would be a better person.
“-do we really believe we are ALL capable of every evil sin imaginable. OR do we think there is some GOOD in us apart from Jesus?”
Yes (anger, jealousy... make things happen) and maybe, IF he is the reason why you decide to change your life. Some people with different religions can be nice too.
“-do we stand in judgment of other Christians or do we realize in the right circumstance we can do the same evil sin.”
None of the above; why not lend a hand instead of watching? I promise some people don't know it when they do a wrong.
“What is Christianity to you?” Christianity is about treating others well for no reason just because everyone deserves it; we don't/shouldn't do it to be praised. We do it because God teaches us to be good hearted and loving even to those who don't treat us well or disrespect us. Jesus said, "Whoever hits you on the cheek, offer him the other also; and whoever takes away your coat, do not withhold your shirt from him either.”
Basically, Christianity is forgiving and forgetting. That is just one person's opinion.
