Joining a Church/Your Influence/Your Result

[Guest]

My family is really pushing me to join a church. It so happens that the school/church I went too when I was a kid, grade kindergarden thru sixth grade..the school/church is about one minute away from me, lol. Also, my fourth grade teacher happens to be the president of the school now. I guess I can take it as a sign I suppose. I have no idea what to expect in joining a church. Maybe if I hear some of peoples life experiences, it would break me out of my shell..

 

[Mike S]

My family is really pushing me to join a church. It so happens that the school/church I went too when I was a kid, grade kindergarden thru sixth grade..the school/church is about one minute away from me, lol. Also, my fourth grade teacher happens to be the president of the school now. I guess I can take it as a sign I suppose. I have no idea what to expect in joining a church. Maybe if I hear some of peoples life experiences, it would break me out of my shell..

Maybe they're concerned you'll fall away from your faith without a community of Christians. We do a better job of witnessing our faith, nurturing each other in faith, and worshipping God in community.

Anything more specific you want to ask about?

 

[Guest]

Anything more specific you want to ask about?

Where would a 32 year old male fit it. Do churches have Bible studies inside groups on certain days. What if I meet a woman who wants kids, but I don't want kids. Will they expect me to attend church every Sunday.

 

[Mike S]

Anything more specific you want to ask about?

Where would a 32 year old male fit it. Do churches have Bible studies inside groups on certain days. What if I meet a woman who wants kids, but I don't want kids. Will they expect me to attend church every Sunday.

I think you'd fit in fine. If you're not completely opposed to it, give it a try. Just show up for worship one Sunday and see how it goes. The pastor will welcome you, and others probably will as well. Maybe there's a social hour after service, for coffee and snacks. We have pretty much a full meal, actually. There will almost certainly be an adult Bible study group that meets regularly. We meet for an hour before our Sunday worship service begins. Frequently, I'll have us discuss the scriptures that are in the program. If the church is one with a worship service that fits your faith, and you find a friendly person or two, gradually start involving yourself with work days or joining the men's group, etc. Be friendly and outgoing, but don't be pushy or let others be pushy to you. Don't let them get you involved in everything right away, join in things gradually as you feel comfortable with them.

Just don't put too much pressure on yourself right away, and you'll find where you fit in before long.

 

[Guest]

[MENTION=68276]mark[/MENTION] ty for post, yes this thread will help my proceeding forth.

 

[Rollo Tamasi]

Where would a 32 year old male fit it. Do churches have Bible studies inside groups on certain days. What if I meet a woman who wants kids, but I don't want kids. Will they expect me to attend church every Sunday.

Go and find out.

I once told a pastor I wouldn't attend a certain church because I was told they rolled in the aisles and drooled from the mouth.

He laughed and said, "I'd go just to see it".

It made me realize I need to step out if I want to experience life.

 

[Rollo Tamasi]

Where would a 32 year old male fit it. Do churches have Bible studies inside groups on certain days. What if I meet a woman who wants kids, but I don't want kids. Will they expect me to attend church every Sunday.

Go and find out.

I once told a pastor I wouldn't attend a certain church because I was told they rolled in the aisles and drooled from the mouth.

He laughed and said, "I'd go just to see it".

It made me realize I need to step out if I want to experience life.

I want to share more with you on this.

I just left an Assembly of God church over differences.

Without any place I knew to go, I started attending a southern baptist church.

Although I knew ahead of time I do not agree with them on all things, I went anyway.

They have wonderful praise and worship music and the pastor gives a sound sermon every week.

The sunday school class is great.

My wife and I get to share continually and they love us after just 3 weeks.

You never know where you go that you will find a home.

Go and enjoy church hunting.

God will find a place for you.

 

[evenifigoalone]

Switched churches in recent months. My old church was independent baptist, my new one is Southern baptist. I can walk there in less then 15 minutes, and driving only takes a couple of minutes.

While the first Sunday it was awkward being the new person and having no idea where the sanctuary and Bible study classes were until someone showed me, I'm glad I went. There I have fellowship, can get involved in some worthwhile activities, and most importantly their doctrine from what I have seen and read is sound. I was afraid I wouldn't know what to look for in a church and make a bad choice, but thank God I found this one.
Not saying they're perfect. Their pastor retired recently due to some problems that it'd be best for me not to explain because I don't know the whole story myself. No church is perfect. I do think they're handling it well, though. The rest of the church leaders are taking turns giving sermons now.

 

[berk60]

The most important thing is that you pray for guidance when seeking a church and you join a bible believing church that holds the bible as their final authority. We need to find a church so we can be with like believers and edify one another especially as we see the day of the return of Jesus approaching.

 

[Guest]

I'm meeting with church next week, ty everyone for your encourgement and kind words.

 

[Guest]

Why did it take me seven years to figure out that I need to join a church.