Bible Question: Does anyone know of any hints on finding a church? I've been in Hawaii for two years and haven't found one. |
Bible Answer: Dear roverjbh99, I, too, am looking for a church in Hawaii. Not for me, but for my daughter, who will be going to college in the fall. You have received some good advice, most of which I agree. Indeed, pray! Pray that you would be sensitive to the Holy Spirit. Pray in thanksgiving for where He has set you. Pray in belief that He has a local fellowship for you. I disagree that you must find a church near you. (I know that the advice was 'if possible') If you are on Oahu, you could travel 'to the ends of the earth' every Sunday in less than 2 hours :-) I find it appalling that some Christians chose convenience over God's choice. Go where you must to be in His will. You may even move your domicile to be close to the fellowship God has reserved for you. To me, church comes before work and career. A local church must have commitment to God and to one another, or it is not a church. A church without shepherding is not a church. Commitment and shepherding are NOT programs and staff! Sheepskins on the wall are not the mark of a shepherd (pun intended!). Find a local church that will both serve you in Christ, and have a place of service for you in Christ. Do not chose a church by their 'worship team.' Music can be had on the radio, and pageantry can be found on TV. Holy fellowship is ONLY available in the local church. Much too much emphasis is given these days to 'extracurricular activities.' God wants you in a church that preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This would be new hope for the lost, and daily faith for the saved. A church must be evangelizing the neighborhood, and each member's family, including their own children. So many focus on just adding to the membership, or on a certain 'category' of potential people. True evangelism is to all you know and meet. Finally, my friend, trust the Lord. He wants you to be a 'living stone' in the dwelling place of His people. 'Living stones' are not raw materials, but active parts of the structure known as His church. Blessings in Christ Jesus, charis |
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