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1 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | cuddle | 182662 | ||
Saved, I can understand what you are feeling right now. In love as a Christian sister in the Body of Christ, I must ask, Why are you making exuses and looking for another brother or sister to give you permission to ignore the WORD of GOD? Hebrews 10:23-25 (NASB) Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful;and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near. Saved, I understand not wanting or feeling too tired,depressed, betrayed, and even angry to go to worship(church) I have been there. May I suggest you find another church to attend even outside the denomination you are accustomed to. It is unfortunate we can be hurt even by a body of believers, but that is a fact. We are all fleshly humans attempting to operate with a spiritual mind and it does not always happen. You are missing out, I was missing out, when I denied the opportunity and privledge to worship with my fellow brothers and sisters. No matter how tired you may be physically, you are giving victory to the enemy when you deny face to face worship and fellowship with the Body of Christ.They can be a source of energy if you allow them to be. I do not mean to sound harsh and uncaring. I do care. When I first joined this forum, I got off on the wrong foot and took some comments the wrong way and even lashed out inappropriately at some of them. Do you know they have sent me personal email that they had been praying for me and my family in their personal time with the Lord...(when we have MORE than needed it...you know who you are and THANK YOU AGAIN) no TV evangelist is going to pray for you by name in their personal private time with the Lord. I am not saying this forum is a substitute for church either, but it is better than the TV peeps. (most of them, there are some I believe to be genuine in their mission for the Kingdom of GOD) You will find many caring and knowledgable peeps on this forum, and I would guess you will receive many comments like this one that will not 'okay' your denial of fellowship (face to face) with the Body of Christ. In Love, Cuddle |
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2 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | savedbyunmeritedfavor | 182667 | ||
CUDDLE, After re-reading your answer, I must correct you for assuming I am looking for an excuse not attend church and that I am wanting a Brother or Sister to condone my not attending church. Quite the contrary, I am asking for sincere comments and perhaps, prayer, not incorrect judgement of my motives for asking the questions. You are forgiven. We all make mistakes! May we all "grow in wisdom"! Blessings savedbyunmeritedfavor |
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3 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | cuddle | 182672 | ||
Saved, May I quote you?..."Will I be okay to not attend church in a building if I sing and worship at home." With all do respect, I copied and pasted this from your post. Please know I only speak (type:) ) in love, the answer plain and simple is no. We can not leave that kind of door open for the enemy to walk straight into our lives. It is not the act of a mature and responsible Christian. You will be prayed for by me and I am sure many who read these posts. Please DO FORGIVE ME if you feel I am passing judgement. I am not. I am the last one to be qualified for such a thing. I DO KNOW the Word of GOD is VERY clear on this matter. If you search your heart and most importantly God's Word, you will not be able to deny this. The Body of Christ only works when its members come together. We are not perfect and you are not going to find a 'perfect' church. We can only strive, seek guidance and wisdom, and most importantly PRAY. In Love, Cuddle P.S. Doc, Jeff, And you regulars: PLEASE GIVE ME SOME INPUT ON THE NISB....LAUGH, LAUGH...I am being serious though, the Bible I am using now has about had it and I am about to hit the road for a round of speaking engagements. I have not bought a new one for a few years and am having a hard time deciding on one. Thanks |
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4 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 182677 | ||
Greetings Cuddle! Well said! I had the same thoughts when I read the post :-) By Faith, Steve |
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5 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | cuddle | 182679 | ||
Thank You Steve. I hope you also read the first post to know I did provide Scripture in my answer. Moment of self concern...Do you know anything about the NISB? ; )? Cuddle |
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6 | DEPRESSION AND CHURCH ATTENDANCE | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 182685 | ||
I did look into purchasing one recently for a sister in Christ who wanted a study bible. I opted for a different one only because I couldn't find anywhere local to check it out. Sort of what your going through now :-) It is a different method of study based on what I read. I think I might like to have one also to complement the others I have. Sooner or later I probably will :-) Here is a link to Amazon.com and the NISB. It will allow you to take a glimpse of the NISB and the layout. Maybe this will be helpful. http://www.amazon.com/New-Inductive-Study-Bible/dp/0736900160 By Faith Sister!, Steve |
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