The Church is not trying to be mean, but like a good parent, wants to guide her children in solid truth.
And this truth is what’s been defined and revealed by God—not subject to the whims of fallen humanity.
For those who have rejected God because they disagree with His laws, is it really wise to separate yourself from the source of life, love, freedom, and joy? I’ve been in Satan’s shackles, and he is a cruel master. Jesus, on the other hand, is meek and humble of heart.
Our Good Shepherd is on a rescue mission for everyone, no matter how lost you feel, no matter how terribly you’ve strayed. I guess the question is, can you let go of your pride or shame to return to the Father’s house?
Human science and progress can only do so much, can only scratch the surface. God is greater than all these; His ways are beyond our ways. Despite His unfathomable perfection, He condescends to meet us in our brokenness and confusion, even in our unjust anger towards Him. Allow His Holy Spirit to heal and purify your heart. God is so good, I promise you, you’ll not find anyone or anything that can ever compare.