It seems that shame, guilt, and condemnation go hand in hand with religion. Religious people are often the most beaten down, and guilt-ridden people around. Religion loves to make you feel ashamed, guilty and worthless. So many Christians live with the guilt and shame of their past. They know they are saved but feel like second class citizens in the kingdom of God. It might seem strange, but God hates religion. Religion is all about being good enough for God. Religion is man's attempt to reach God. A relationship with Jesus is completely different.
