The church invented the ghastliest torture devises of all time...why?

It was a means of control, dating back to the medieval ages, i suppose. i believe the church has become currupted eversince. They tortured those who didn't follow the preachings to strike fear into the people. more people worshiping, more offerings, more offerings, more money in the pockets of the church. why? to spend money on opium and beer, and maybe a few cheap barmaids. the church isn't as honest as you think. that's just me.