hypocrites in the church

recently someone told me that they wouldnt go to church because the church has hypocrites. yeah , and so does hell. if that is your reason for not going to a church , then it is weak. there are hypocrites at the mall. my pastor did a message this week called "no perfect people allowed". it was great . it gave me some good perspective . none of us are perfect . and because of that we are all percieved as a hypocrite at some point of our lives .church is not full of perfect people . church is full of screw ups like you and me . if you are looking for the perfect church you can end your search now and save the gas. it doesnt exist . church does offer a sense of community. a fellowship of believers that are flawed but forgiven . if you are waiting to find the perfect church with no hypocrites before you attend , get over it . instead try to find a church that loves people and teaches truth, and you will find it as a help for you on your spiritual journey.