I’m having a hard time finding a good church, or overcoming whatever it was that prevents me from going back such as embarrassment or neglect due to s [Spirituality & Religion]
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goliathtree · 56-60, M
REMsleep · 41-45, F
@goliathtree In Christian theology there are several reason we should go to a meeting with other believers (church in this case). Same thing can be accomplished at Bible study, Prayer breakfasts on Saturday, home meetings.
goliathtree · 56-60, M
@REMsleep You can worship your way, and I will worship mine.
REMsleep · 41-45, F
@goliathtree So True, I didn't recommend any way or suggest anything about your way which I dont even know about.
goliathtree · 56-60, M
@REMsleep I have found that many who go to church regularly do not live the rest of the week according to what is taught there...in many cases that includes the preacher. I don't need that distraction. I do my best (and often fail) to live a good humble life and appreciate the Lord's work around me. I feel that distraction of knowing the actions of the person I am sitting next to are not carried through the rest of the week simply makes me more judgmental. Yes, this is all a judgmental statement, but if I avoid those distractions, I am better able to concentrate on my own actions.
REMsleep · 41-45, F
@goliathtree My husband too. I was taught differently. I do believe in "not forsaking fellowship/assembly".
Full disclosure tho I haven't gone to church regularly in years.
But, I dont look to the pastor or church members for much of anything.I see the pastor as a living sometimes faulty vessel. Like a radio on the fritz. I pray prior to receiving any word for my own understanding in spirit and if I disagree I'm not confrontational. I just strike what he said down as not word I was given. Pastors are just human. I try hard but I'm sure I've disappointed someone with my behavior too. If my grievances are too strong or major false doctrine is taught then I will not go to that particular place anymore. People making mistakes in good faith is one thing. Running a den of thieves is another.
I go to show my respect to God in his house on consecrated ground, to encourage myself and other believers, to financially support the ongoing of his kingdom and to learn from others. Plus many more
I understand how you feel.
Full disclosure tho I haven't gone to church regularly in years.
But, I dont look to the pastor or church members for much of anything.I see the pastor as a living sometimes faulty vessel. Like a radio on the fritz. I pray prior to receiving any word for my own understanding in spirit and if I disagree I'm not confrontational. I just strike what he said down as not word I was given. Pastors are just human. I try hard but I'm sure I've disappointed someone with my behavior too. If my grievances are too strong or major false doctrine is taught then I will not go to that particular place anymore. People making mistakes in good faith is one thing. Running a den of thieves is another.
I go to show my respect to God in his house on consecrated ground, to encourage myself and other believers, to financially support the ongoing of his kingdom and to learn from others. Plus many more
I understand how you feel.