How Does This Guy Survive?

I would rather do right by my family and friends and give to individuals my time or my sympathy. I don't feel the need to gather with groups of people to feel like I am doing right by God or anyone.
I've heard that stuff before....Take care of me if I "take care" of the offering plate with the weekly tithe.
It would be fine if I didn't feel the breath on my neck from the tax man. When money is involved, it sure seems like the point of the church is NOT just about being a good person.