I am with you. If the “Creator” exists, it is why beyond the understanding of animals walking the earth. I do believe in the Judo-Chritian ethic, plus some other philosophies that have helped civilize humanity.
Unfortunately the “influencers” (that portion of society((about 17%) that gets its ego satisfaction by controlling others) have used organized religion for nefarious reasons. i.e. Islam -
I did have an experience many years ago that indicated that there may be life after death(I am in my third life).
(ducking for cover)
“judeo-christian ethic” can’t stand without judeo-christian doctrine and metaphysic.
If you understand that you can understand why the world is going wrong since leaders are doing tricks and craps, lying...
You have a choice to do and what you call the “judeo-christian ethic” is not an easy way....Try to be consistant if possible.
Atheism or agnosticism is , most of the time, a “confortable”, lazy liberal posture