I struggled with this for so long. I'm thankful for The Church I'm in now. I never cared about the entertainment of The Church. Friends you can make anywhere, but we need to be careful where we plant our roots. I care more about sound doctrine. I think something that should be said that wasn't mentioned is that people should be in a Church where they're encouraging people to be disciples of Jesus and use their giftings outside the Church too. I serve in my Church, but I like to serve outside the walls of Church too. It helps diversify your community and perspectives. These points are bang on though. I always struggled to find a Church that is so rooted in believing all of the Bible. That is why its good to read God's word because when we go to Church are we notice some truths missing, we can pray and discern if we're meant to be there, to begin with or need to go elsewhere.
Hi Abeeku, I hope you will be able to see this message. I invite you to watch this video about the Church of Christ which practices sound doctrine and is highly involved with helping our fellow men in need. There is so much to learn and know that I can't explain in this message. Just watch this video and let me know if you want to know more. God bless. ruclips.net/video/qn-1EG__NeA/видео.html
In my search I was drawn to 2 key things. First, in Matthew 16 Jesus gives us His Church and even calls it “My Church”.He said the gates of hades would not prevail over it. So He gave it perpetuity. Second in John 16:13 He left the Holy Spirit to lead and guide it to all Truth. Paul reinforces this in 1 Timothy 3:15 telling us the Church is the pillar and foundation of Truth. So the Church I’m looking for is the one Christ Himself started, has been around since the upper room, and teaches Truth, even though I may not like it. I want a Church that is right when I’m wrong, not one that is wrong when I think I’m right (it’s not about me). Thanks for the video
Due to health issues, family problems and problems at my previous church, the question of churchgoing has haunted me. I've been praying for guidance on this: and I ask any reading to also pray for me here. I want to glorify God with my life and not disobey Him.
Thank you so much for answering this! I joined a church a year and a half ago and found that the church was progressively getting concert like and started having merchandise as it was getting popular. You need to feel comfortable and welcomed as everyone in the church was sticking in their groups and not healthy. I'm from the UK and found the churches that are the best are the Church of England. As independent churches here can be more like concerts and less of spreading God's word.
I truly get you. I've experienced the same in more than one church that I've been too, and now here in Peterborough. People getting into cliques, because the word of God isn't being preached, no mention of sin as far as I remember. They're not heretics, but they have lost the fire seemingly and have become lukewarm like the church in Laodicea that Jesus warned. I recently saw a clip of a pastor who left the church of England complaining of the increasing liberal views of sexuality and other matters. A lot of western churches just become comfortable because of prosperity, and who am I to judge, I've been too comfortable too. But I did find a small gathering of believers where I heard the word faithfully preached, it was great to be with fellow believers, not perfect as no church is, but I will be going back.
Hi! Do you live near Bournemouth? There’s a church called Bournemouth Christian Church and all they do is preach Jesus Christ and Him crucified in all simplicity!
@@Sophie-mm6cb Hi, thank you for letting me know but unfortunately no! I live in London however weirdly enough, planning to move to the coast in the future! Thank you so much, will keep that in mind! 🤗
@@Lethargo226 I'm glad I'm not the only one experiencing this. Best to do research and get a feel for the place and see whether you grow within the church. I'm definitely taking my time before making any commitments although we do have the freedom to change churches. Sometimes pressure from some people from the church can be a negative sign but I never thought about it. Thank you for taking the time to type this, will take what you said in consideration when looking for mine! 🤗
Hi Chloe, have you heard of Iglesia Ni Cristo, Church of Christ? There are many chapels in your area, including chapels located in over 156+ countries/territories throughout the world. When you mentioned the importance of feeling welcome and hearing God's words written in the Bible (without opinions and interpretations), you will find it here. There are loads of other videos in the incmedia RUclips channel as well. I invite you to watch this video when you have the time. God bless! ruclips.net/video/qn-1EG__NeA/видео.html
The Only Good Church..The Only True Church..IS..You and God Within You. He will Show you what is Right for You! "Seek ye First..the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness." Matthew 6:33. The Kingdom of God is Within You. Luke 17:20-21
@Huey Leadbetter No, not good brother, this lady often teaches error here. The Kingdom of God is God, wherever He is, is heaven, not in us. Sure Christ is in us but we are not in heaven yet. And the true church is the whole body of Christ, not just you alone. That's why we gather in churches, to celebrate Christ as the husband of the church. Kathleen is a liar and she lies here often, do not listen to her.
I've been church hopping since my time during Confirmation at the LCMS Lutheran church. I attended Catholic, Methodist, Pentecostal/Spirit-Filled, Church of Christ (non-denominational) and so far the LCMS Lutheran Church does what I want it to and believes what I believe. All I've ever truly known was the LCMS Lutheran Church for the past 15 years
The following paragraph was just an example of something I just read. When an abuser refuses to change his ways, stop abusing, and start doing good, we are unable to grant him forgiveness. When we cannot forgive him because of his intention to continue repeating his wickedness, then God does not forgive him, either. AGAIN JESUS SAID, “PEACE BE WITH YOU! AS THE FATHER HAS SENT ME, I AM SENDING YOU.” AND WITH THAT HE BREATHED ON THEM AND SAID, “RECEIVE THE HOLY SPIRIT. IF YOU FORGIVE ANYONE HIS SINS, THEY ARE FORGIVEN; IF YOU DO NOT FORGIVE THEM, THEY ARE NOT FORGIVEN”….John 20: 21-22 NIV. But we also are told, we are to forgive, because if we do not, we ourselves won't be forgiven by God.
@@mr.c2485 I don't think I've quite resolved these yet. Unless they mean someone who asked forgiveness, but it isn't written like that. Saying you must only forgive people who ask it.
Delta1183 Requiring an abuser to change his ways implies that you are without fault. If you involve yourself with someone that you deem toxic, then you assume all responsibility for that person. Offer your peace. If it is refused, then you must walk away. The question still remains...what does your “peace” require? The scripture you offered is testament to the fact that we can know true forgiveness. Obviously, no man has the power to forgive sin, but we can identify with sin as advocates for forgiveness.....NOT as judges!
My church is spreading false doctrine. I would love to have fellowship with other believers but to be careful and not be deceived again i need to stop going to church and just stick on praying to Jesus.
I hear ya!! We left our church I grew up in because it had cult tendencies and legalism and it got so bad we had to separate. My baby at 3months old was yanked out of her highchair by a young guy all church members at a home for 4th of July.. I had to use the bathroom and folks offered to sit and watch her. I specifically said not to take her out. He didn’t know to pull out the tray and she got welts across her legs and only 3months old. Everyone around laughed at me while my baby screamed in pain. They all mocked me and said I was “overreacting” I tried to nurse her in the car while I missed the fireworks, it didn’t help so I had to leave to go home to get her pain medicine, we tried ice pack too. No one apologized for their behavior. I overlooked how I was treated at my wedding shower and my baby shower but this did it for me.
We found a new church but as I look around there is no perfect church. I prayed that God would lead us to a church where we can grow and that teaches scriptures as accurately as possible. We once went to a harmful church worse than the one I grew up in. God protected us and has brought us “out of the pit” after that one. It was a Baptist Church. Very legalistic and very shady with kids fellowship and protocols. I felt in my spirit that church had sexual sins. They always has a lice issue in their church too! Gross, none of the ladies thought it was a problem, the mom that worked for a daycare always brought it from work and she always had on dirty clothes and volunteered for the church daycare! Just from a human point of view it looked off. Spiritually it was rancid!
@@chaimomma9198 our Holy Spirit really gives us a feeling when something isn't right so I suggest to always listen to those warnings. I too, when i became a seventh day adventist, something is off. Instead of being excited to go to church i was filled with anxiety and never really get to close with other members. Maybe it was just me, but the fact that nothing change after i got baptized then there's definitely something's wrong. Especially when i became worst of a person that i was!!! And because of those big sins i made, sooner or later i became drown with self condemnation for the sins i made and also for not following the laws they put that im not used to.. srsly tho. Churches nowadays, instead of unity, they're putting a barrier or standard that u have to be like this or that. Which isn't right. Jesus did not ever show partiality. Not ever did he bring up their sins before healing them but today's church is a big nono. Really hard to trust any church anymore.
Something I'm trying to learn about the, loving our enemies. How come there's verses that say something like if someone does something and doesn't repent consider them dead and have nothing to do with them. Or controversial people. I'd assume these types of people fits the criteria of enemies. You can't exactly love anyone who has to be cut off. How is it that we should love them when clearly you can read that the Bible states you must not even consider these people? Also that we should feed our enemies if they are hungry, but that heaps coals on their head. If we truly loved them why would we want that? I've read that perhaps this thing about coals is really a blessing. Maybe that's true but just reading it straight forward it seems that we feed them and do something good, but in turn are creating a fire upon them. Just seems counter productive if the feeding them just has the overall burning effect. Maybe the coals makes them consider their actions, but it doesn't say that.
Delta1183 Loving ones enemies is only achievable by embracing the discipline of self denial. Until we discover just how much we love ourselves it is impossible to see the other guy clearly. Are you willing to search out your love for yourself? It can be quite disquieting...
@@mr.c2485 Are you insisting we have to begin to not love ourselves? I've gone through some toxic relationships, nothing too serious but toxic enough. Most people say we must begin to love ourselves and see ourselves as important, and break away from such people. It's like we get involved with bad people because we think we aren't worth better. I'd assume that's why most people say to think ourselves as something good, and I'd assume that means beginning to love ourselves a lot more.
Delta1183 Loving self goes without saying. Loving self void of malice does not. Love is not a defensive posture...quite to the contrary. We are not everyone’s doormat nor should we adopt a victims mentality. There are no “toxic” relationships. That would require you to question your judgement. There is only learning. It IS however, advantageous to associate with those who are excellent students of life...particularly if that relationship is a romantic one.
The true church us the elect a body of believers scattered thruout the world There is organised religous gatherings however different Intrepretations of scripture cause Divisions and numerous denominations also cause strife Better just to read bible at home and Seek the Spirits guidance infallible Is he!
My problem is, I want to start a church in my area that is based on reformed doctrines, because there is literally none here. I have searched for a Calvinistic church, and the only one I have found is a Landmark Baptist, but they are dispensational and hold to a lot of Scofield's beliefs. There is an Orthodox Presbyterian church about 40 miles away, but they put so much emphasis on sprinkling Baptism that I am turned off almost every time I attend. I live in Eastern KY by the way. I wonder if I have proper authority, because the last church I was a member of said that even though I was qualified to pastor there, I am not qualified to start my own church. Their belief is that a church must start another church, as this is where the authority lies. Any advice?
Jesus started a Church. You don't have to start your own and you can't. Matthew 16:18-19 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
You talk a lot about doctrines, but I don't read much about Jesus in your post. What about Jesus? What about sound biblical truths? And have you consulted the Holy Spirit? His should be the only opinion that counts. He qualifies you. 😊. Anyway I have seen good churches grow from home fellowships. You can kickstart a home fellowship and invite believers in your area. It will definitely grow organically that way. Blessings. And remember, Holy Spirit.
The best advice I can give is read through the first 5 verses of acts 13. That's how a new age church is founded, rather should be founded. The teaching of one authority creating another, is wrong, especially in that it has to be *God* appointed, not man appointed. I hope this helps you, God bless
Every time I talk to someone about church and exploring religion they say "oh. Come to my church!" And they just try to convince me to go to their church. Ugh!
Can anyone please help me I struggle with my church because they all speak in tongues at once and it makes me uncomfortable only because Paul clearly talks about order in the church. They also bow to the pastor and i feel I should only bow to Christ
I’m in a very rural area of one of the states with the lowest church attendance & there are ZERO good churches, some might seem good on the surface but it’s Pharisees & bad theology inside. I thought I found a good church but they act welcoming for only so long.
I liked my church until my pastor went on vacation and came back. The people that covered for him read scripture where he would have talked. I ❤❤❤❤❤❤ it so much. Worshiping and and bowing our heads in reverence to the Word. Now he is back and it all his words and very little of God's (maybe 1%) ❤️🩹💔 He said "Feed yourself" but that is really missing the point.
The perfect church on Earth does not exist and you cannot make the perfect church. If you can prove me wrong and find this church DO NOT JOIN IT!!! If you do you will spoil it.
First of all this man is wrong. Jesus told the Jews you are gods which means you are the church. I will tear down this temple in 3 days and build another. Everyone comes from Leo the sovereign sun . Everyone comes from god. The sun has been to China Egypt Iran South America etc etc etc. Everyone is a walking image of the sun. Melchizedek. Our father who art in heaven . Jerusalem was built for him. Next the real Jerusalem is the people that make the nation. It could be any nation in the world.
I struggled with this for so long. I'm thankful for The Church I'm in now. I never cared about the entertainment of The Church. Friends you can make anywhere, but we need to be careful where we plant our roots. I care more about sound doctrine. I think something that should be said that wasn't mentioned is that people should be in a Church where they're encouraging people to be disciples of Jesus and use their giftings outside the Church too. I serve in my Church, but I like to serve outside the walls of Church too. It helps diversify your community and perspectives. These points are bang on though. I always struggled to find a Church that is so rooted in believing all of the Bible. That is why its good to read God's word because when we go to Church are we notice some truths missing, we can pray and discern if we're meant to be there, to begin with or need to go elsewhere.
Hi Abeeku, I hope you will be able to see this message. I invite you to watch this video about the Church of Christ which practices sound doctrine and is highly involved with helping our fellow men in need. There is so much to learn and know that I can't explain in this message. Just watch this video and let me know if you want to know more. God bless. ruclips.net/video/qn-1EG__NeA/видео.html
@Abeeku Kilson- Exactly, thank you for sharing your thoughts.
Thank you Dr. John Piper, all glory to the LORD God! ❤️
In my search I was drawn to 2 key things. First, in Matthew 16 Jesus gives us His Church and even calls it “My Church”.He said the gates of hades would not prevail over it. So He gave it perpetuity. Second in John 16:13 He left the Holy Spirit to lead and guide it to all Truth. Paul reinforces this in 1 Timothy 3:15 telling us the Church is the pillar and foundation of Truth. So the Church I’m looking for is the one Christ Himself started, has been around since the upper room, and teaches Truth, even though I may not like it.
I want a Church that is right when I’m wrong, not one that is wrong when I think I’m right (it’s not about me).
Thanks for the video
Due to health issues, family problems and problems at my previous church, the question of churchgoing has haunted me.
I've been praying for guidance on this: and I ask any reading to also pray for me here. I want to glorify God with my life and not disobey Him.
Derek- Praying for you
Thank you so much for answering this! I joined a church a year and a half ago and found that the church was progressively getting concert like and started having merchandise as it was getting popular. You need to feel comfortable and welcomed as everyone in the church was sticking in their groups and not healthy. I'm from the UK and found the churches that are the best are the Church of England. As independent churches here can be more like concerts and less of spreading God's word.
I truly get you. I've experienced the same in more than one church that I've been too, and now here in Peterborough. People getting into cliques, because the word of God isn't being preached, no mention of sin as far as I remember. They're not heretics, but they have lost the fire seemingly and have become lukewarm like the church in Laodicea that Jesus warned. I recently saw a clip of a pastor who left the church of England complaining of the increasing liberal views of sexuality and other matters. A lot of western churches just become comfortable because of prosperity, and who am I to judge, I've been too comfortable too.
But I did find a small gathering of believers where I heard the word faithfully preached, it was great to be with fellow believers, not perfect as no church is, but I will be going back.
Hi! Do you live near Bournemouth? There’s a church called Bournemouth Christian Church and all they do is preach Jesus Christ and Him crucified in all simplicity!
@@Sophie-mm6cb Hi, thank you for letting me know but unfortunately no! I live in London however weirdly enough, planning to move to the coast in the future! Thank you so much, will keep that in mind! 🤗
@@Lethargo226 I'm glad I'm not the only one experiencing this. Best to do research and get a feel for the place and see whether you grow within the church. I'm definitely taking my time before making any commitments although we do have the freedom to change churches. Sometimes pressure from some people from the church can be a negative sign but I never thought about it. Thank you for taking the time to type this, will take what you said in consideration when looking for mine! 🤗
Hi Chloe, have you heard of Iglesia Ni Cristo, Church of Christ? There are many chapels in your area, including chapels located in over 156+ countries/territories throughout the world. When you mentioned the importance of feeling welcome and hearing God's words written in the Bible (without opinions and interpretations), you will find it here. There are loads of other videos in the incmedia RUclips channel as well. I invite you to watch this video when you have the time. God bless! ruclips.net/video/qn-1EG__NeA/видео.html
The Only Good Church..The Only True Church..IS..You and God Within You. He will Show you what is Right for You! "Seek ye First..the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness." Matthew 6:33. The Kingdom of God is Within You. Luke 17:20-21
Absolutely
@Huey Leadbetter No, not good brother, this lady often teaches error here. The Kingdom of God is God, wherever He is, is heaven, not in us. Sure Christ is in us but we are not in heaven yet. And the true church is the whole body of Christ, not just you alone. That's why we gather in churches, to celebrate Christ as the husband of the church. Kathleen is a liar and she lies here often, do not listen to her.
I've been church hopping since my time during Confirmation at the LCMS Lutheran church. I attended Catholic, Methodist, Pentecostal/Spirit-Filled, Church of Christ (non-denominational) and so far the LCMS Lutheran Church does what I want it to and believes what I believe.
All I've ever truly known was the LCMS Lutheran Church for the past 15 years
Interesting to hear John Piper commending 9Marks and TGC. Shows there's lots of good resources out there.
Thanks Pastor!
Marks of a true church are:
Authority of Scripture
Correct Christology
Proper administration of Sacraments
Church discipline
Thank you
Such needed insight 👍💜✞🕊
The following paragraph was just an example of something I just read.
When an abuser refuses to change his ways, stop abusing, and start doing good, we are unable to grant him forgiveness. When we cannot forgive him because of his intention to continue repeating his wickedness, then God does not forgive him, either. AGAIN JESUS SAID, “PEACE BE WITH YOU! AS THE FATHER HAS SENT ME, I AM SENDING YOU.” AND WITH THAT HE BREATHED ON THEM AND SAID, “RECEIVE THE HOLY SPIRIT. IF YOU FORGIVE ANYONE HIS SINS, THEY ARE FORGIVEN; IF YOU DO NOT FORGIVE THEM, THEY ARE NOT FORGIVEN”….John 20: 21-22 NIV.
But we also are told, we are to forgive, because if we do not, we ourselves won't be forgiven by God.
Delta1183
Have you resolved this apparent contradiction of interests or were you making a statement of fact? Clarify please.
@@mr.c2485
I don't think I've quite resolved these yet. Unless they mean someone who asked forgiveness, but it isn't written like that. Saying you must only forgive people who ask it.
Delta1183
Requiring an abuser to change his ways implies that you are without fault. If you involve yourself with someone that you deem toxic, then you assume all responsibility for that person. Offer your peace. If it is refused, then you must walk away. The question still remains...what does your “peace” require? The scripture you offered is testament to the fact that we can know true forgiveness. Obviously, no man has the power to forgive sin, but we can identify with sin as advocates for forgiveness.....NOT as judges!
My church is spreading false doctrine. I would love to have fellowship with other believers but to be careful and not be deceived again i need to stop going to church and just stick on praying to Jesus.
I hear ya!! We left our church I grew up in because it had cult tendencies and legalism and it got so bad we had to separate. My baby at 3months old was yanked out of her highchair by a young guy all church members at a home for 4th of July.. I had to use the bathroom and folks offered to sit and watch her. I specifically said not to take her out. He didn’t know to pull out the tray and she got welts across her legs and only 3months old. Everyone around laughed at me while my baby screamed in pain. They all mocked me and said I was “overreacting” I tried to nurse her in the car while I missed the fireworks, it didn’t help so I had to leave to go home to get her pain medicine, we tried ice pack too. No one apologized for their behavior. I overlooked how I was treated at my wedding shower and my baby shower but this did it for me.
We found a new church but as I look around there is no perfect church. I prayed that God would lead us to a church where we can grow and that teaches scriptures as accurately as possible. We once went to a harmful church worse than the one I grew up in. God protected us and has brought us “out of the pit” after that one. It was a Baptist Church. Very legalistic and very shady with kids fellowship and protocols. I felt in my spirit that church had sexual sins. They always has a lice issue in their church too! Gross, none of the ladies thought it was a problem, the mom that worked for a daycare always brought it from work and she always had on dirty clothes and volunteered for the church daycare! Just from a human point of view it looked off. Spiritually it was rancid!
@@chaimomma9198 our Holy Spirit really gives us a feeling when something isn't right so I suggest to always listen to those warnings. I too, when i became a seventh day adventist, something is off. Instead of being excited to go to church i was filled with anxiety and never really get to close with other members. Maybe it was just me, but the fact that nothing change after i got baptized then there's definitely something's wrong. Especially when i became worst of a person that i was!!! And because of those big sins i made, sooner or later i became drown with self condemnation for the sins i made and also for not following the laws they put that im not used to.. srsly tho. Churches nowadays, instead of unity, they're putting a barrier or standard that u have to be like this or that. Which isn't right. Jesus did not ever show partiality. Not ever did he bring up their sins before healing them but today's church is a big nono. Really hard to trust any church anymore.
No that is wrong my friend. What church were u going to
help us to have discernment Lord
The prob w this is the MISUNDERSTANDING of the term church.
Church is a lifestyle…not just one day of the week.
So good
Good job!
Something I'm trying to learn about the, loving our enemies. How come there's verses that say something like if someone does something and doesn't repent consider them dead and have nothing to do with them. Or controversial people. I'd assume these types of people fits the criteria of enemies. You can't exactly love anyone who has to be cut off. How is it that we should love them when clearly you can read that the Bible states you must not even consider these people? Also that we should feed our enemies if they are hungry, but that heaps coals on their head. If we truly loved them why would we want that? I've read that perhaps this thing about coals is really a blessing. Maybe that's true but just reading it straight forward it seems that we feed them and do something good, but in turn are creating a fire upon them. Just seems counter productive if the feeding them just has the overall burning effect. Maybe the coals makes them consider their actions, but it doesn't say that.
Delta1183
Loving ones enemies is only achievable by embracing the discipline of self denial. Until we discover just how much we love ourselves it is impossible to see the other guy clearly.
Are you willing to search out your love for yourself? It can be quite disquieting...
@@mr.c2485
Are you insisting we have to begin to not love ourselves? I've gone through some toxic relationships, nothing too serious but toxic enough. Most people say we must begin to love ourselves and see ourselves as important, and break away from such people. It's like we get involved with bad people because we think we aren't worth better. I'd assume that's why most people say to think ourselves as something good, and I'd assume that means beginning to love ourselves a lot more.
Delta1183
Loving self goes without saying. Loving self void of malice does not. Love is not a defensive posture...quite to the contrary.
We are not everyone’s doormat nor should we adopt a victims mentality. There are no “toxic” relationships. That would require you to question your judgement. There is only learning. It IS however, advantageous to associate with those who are excellent students of life...particularly if that relationship is a romantic one.
there are a ton of reformed church search finders. For example, the OPC or Founder Ministries. I think G3 does as well.
In Australia
The true church us the elect a body of believers scattered thruout the world
There is organised religous gatherings however different
Intrepretations of scripture cause
Divisions and numerous denominations also cause strife
Better just to read bible at home and
Seek the Spirits guidance infallible
Is he!
What should you do if you have an amazing pastor but her assistant pastor has Narcissistic behavior and nothing is done about it?
My problem is, I want to start a church in my area that is based on reformed doctrines, because there is literally none here. I have searched for a Calvinistic church, and the only one I have found is a Landmark Baptist, but they are dispensational and hold to a lot of Scofield's beliefs. There is an Orthodox Presbyterian church about 40 miles away, but they put so much emphasis on sprinkling Baptism that I am turned off almost every time I attend. I live in Eastern KY by the way. I wonder if I have proper authority, because the last church I was a member of said that even though I was qualified to pastor there, I am not qualified to start my own church. Their belief is that a church must start another church, as this is where the authority lies. Any advice?
Jesus started a Church. You don't have to start your own and you can't. Matthew 16:18-19 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
I hear you. Where do you live?
You talk a lot about doctrines, but I don't read much about Jesus in your post. What about Jesus? What about sound biblical truths? And have you consulted the Holy Spirit? His should be the only opinion that counts. He qualifies you. 😊. Anyway I have seen good churches grow from home fellowships. You can kickstart a home fellowship and invite believers in your area. It will definitely grow organically that way. Blessings. And remember, Holy Spirit.
What is wrong with dispensationalism? As long as it's Bible believing and teaching, does anything else matter?
The best advice I can give is read through the first 5 verses of acts 13. That's how a new age church is founded, rather should be founded.
The teaching of one authority creating another, is wrong, especially in that it has to be *God* appointed, not man appointed.
I hope this helps you, God bless
I have been in exclusive churches
Every time I talk to someone about church and exploring religion they say "oh. Come to my church!" And they just try to convince me to go to their church. Ugh!
Because they don’t have the Holy Spirit. Or want GOD to speak to you
Can anyone please help me I struggle with my church because they all speak in tongues at once and it makes me uncomfortable only because Paul clearly talks about order in the church. They also bow to the pastor and i feel I should only bow to Christ
Pastors referring other pastors' books is a red flag. The Bible is enough.
I’m in a very rural area of one of the states with the lowest church attendance & there are ZERO good churches, some might seem good on the surface but it’s Pharisees & bad theology inside. I thought I found a good church but they act welcoming for only so long.
How can I send in my question?
"How do I find a good church?"
You won't find one in the USA.
💀
Pastor Rodney Brown, The River Church. Not religious but Holy Spirit led.
Aren't 9 Marks churches Calvinist?
I liked my church until my pastor went on vacation and came back. The people that covered for him read scripture where he would have talked. I ❤❤❤❤❤❤ it so much. Worshiping and and bowing our heads in reverence to the Word. Now he is back and it all his words and very little of God's (maybe 1%) ❤️🩹💔
He said "Feed yourself" but that is really missing the point.
Find a church where perfection and sinlessness are taught as realities to be attained in this life.
The perfect church on Earth does not exist and you cannot make the perfect church. If you can prove me wrong and find this church DO NOT JOIN IT!!! If you do you will spoil it.
Not helpful!!
First of all this man is wrong. Jesus told the Jews you are gods which means you are the church. I will tear down this temple in 3 days and build another.
Everyone comes from Leo the sovereign sun . Everyone comes from god. The sun has been to China Egypt Iran South America etc etc etc. Everyone is a walking image of the sun. Melchizedek. Our father who art in heaven .
Jerusalem was built for him. Next the real Jerusalem is the people that make the nation. It could be any nation in the world.