Why do people go to church

These are in the order that they come into my mind, not of importance.

1. Duty
2. Fear - I think this may be a big one. I think there are a lot of people who are afraid of hell.
3. Societal expectations
4. Searching
5. They believe and are looking for teaching
6. Friendship
7. Parental/Family pressure
8. Hedging their bets - If there is no God, then no harm done, but if there is a God, they've circumvented hell
9. Routine
10. Comfort in the traditions
11. It makes them look respectable
12. Guilt
13. An anchor in a cruel and unstable world
14. A moment of peace
15. Networking - maybe some go to make business or social contacts
16. To feel needed
17. To reinforce our belief system
18. For ego boosting - Churches tend to be forgiving and full of praise for efforts and talents that might not be as appreciated elsewhere
19. It makes them happy
20. Because they believe God wants them to