I will have to disagree with the author on, his comparison of telling lies & hypocrisy. There is right and wrong, for most people; they know the difference you are sowing the seeds of hypocrisy when you try to define it for others.

I also don’t understand why people need to become defensive, and go into calling hypocrites… who are judging them as not doing the right thing, and bringing out this reaction? Is there a need of self evaluation?

I believe every one should do what brings them others inner piece and happiness. Going to Church/Temple as a routine (or part of what you have to do) and not gaining any thing from it is the worst thing that you can do to yourself and the community, you are loosing faith by making it part of your grind. You should go to the Church if you believe and that will bring you good things and happiness in your life. For others; who don’t see the value should wait until they do believe, and you can feel the presence of the guiding force all around you.

I think the message I have is:
If you are happy, without knowing what a church/temple can do for you; you are one of the more blessed and chosen one and I am happy for you.
If you are troubled, and need solace know that, even if every one has left you the almighty will always be there for you… if you want him.

– BMN