If Jesus were really spiritually present and capable of influencing our physical existence why wouldn't he reach out and at least slap those who do evil in his name. Believe what you can see, not what you are told. There is much good in the bible, but also much evil. God gave you a brain to be able to examine all things and keep that which is good. Discard what is bad. Some people say everything in the bible is true, but that's not what Jesus said. He said many times "It is written... but I say unto you..." so if you're going to claim to believe in him then don't let the old testament rule your life. His word, if He's really your lord, MUST take precedence. 

He said "Seek first the kingdom of God." If "God is love," as the bible says, then maybe that kingdom is the authority of love in your every word, action and thought. If you seek that first then everything else is meaningless, if you don't fulfill love in your life first. Get that down before judging others.