Is it possible to spiritually grow without necessarily becoming a formal member of a congregation? [Spirituality & Religion]

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Is it possible? Maybe, is it optimal, not in my opinion. Religion and spiritually is a very complex (or can be) thing. Sorting out feelings and emotions, understanding the depth and breadth of a belief system can be very intimidating.

People spend 6,8 10 years or more in school to develop their theology. Assuming one can read the Bible and understand it is quite presumptuous.

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@Hoosierxdaddy62 "Assuming one can read the Bible and understand it is quite presumptuous"

And that remains true no matter how long it has been 'studied'

Hoosierxdaddy62 · 61-69, M

@SW-User which is why I would not recommend undergoing the challenge without someone knowledgeable to guide