Ah! oh I see what you are getting at - sry I misunderstood.
Yea, I think what you are describing is true, but I also think the difference might be less than one might think.
By looking inwards to oneself you cannot help but discover something like the Christian objective good. And, of course, the bible does not contain explicit directions for every moral situation either. Meditation on compassion etc... is a standard exercise. Buddhist teachings have generally the same lessons as Christian teachings, as far as right and wrong. However, there is nothing like the 10 commandments or, like your saying, any objective verification.
From what you've said I can see how looking at sin etc.. from a Christian perspective can be more motivating towards active change. This is something that should perhaps be added to this paper.
Here is another excerpt:
Christianity focuses on God, rather then self and Buddhism focuses on self, rather then God. Often times the difference between the two can be broken down into mere semantic differences, but it seems to me both religions might benefit from occasionally shifting their focus, Christians to self and Buddhists to God. By focusing on self you raise your awareness, enhance your compassion, and thus can more easily understand God and fulfill the will of God. Focusing on God enables one to step outside of oneself and, by viewing yourself objectively (instead of subjectively), lead one to become more in-tune with oneself and become more in tune with God's will. Different perspectives of the same thing can lead to fuller understandings. In understanding the game of football, it might help to view the game from the perspective of both a player (self) and a coach (God).
I believe that God is within, and so is heaven. Jesus said the kingdom of heaven is at hand. He compared it to a mustard seed, which is the smallest of seeds, but if planted would grow into the largest tree where all the birds would nest in. He compared it to yeast in bread, where a little spread through the whole thing. Many say Jesus was God, but Jesus never said this. He called himself the son of man, and he was referred to as the word of God made flesh, but never as God. He said why do you call me good, when there is only one that is good? The father in heaven. God is love, and heaven is within you. God will rule the earth when love destroys selfishness (the devil). Spread the seeds of love unto the brotherhood of man. The entire universe is reflected in the smallest atom.
I think we have much agreement. I would just note that, as I interpret Christ's message, you must constantly analyze your behavior and, in contrast to Buddhism, see if it is consistent to the objective morality Christ demands.
Also, I don't see why you must deeply evaluate yourself in Buddhism because, if you believe you are right, you will phase into a better existence in the next life. So, if you are a murderer and you truly believe you are justified because, say, you are ridding the world of the weak--how would you be wrong?
If I may, here are some examples of what I'm talking about regarding self-analysis and "knowing thy self":