I was raised baptist and tried to be a christian. When my husband and i were married we had very similar beleifs. He was evangelical. Well a little into our marriage he decided that 7th day adventist were better christians and were more obedient to God. So we started going there over time I started thinking that he was right. then one day he said he thought they were wrong because of Ellen white. He knew of her before that, though. So he got frusturated so we quit going to church.Now we don't go to church cause no church beleives all the things he thinks our right. Like sabbath is on saturday ,hell isn't forever, but no church ,also doesen't beleive in a extra prophet like Ellen white or Joseph smith. What should we do? Im now very confused.
2006-07-21 13:07:56 · 28 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Why not try reading your Bible? Find a good modern version that is in plain English, not the King James Version.
You have to decide what you believe in, as it is you who has to face Judgment Day for you, not your husband.
Pray, as well, as when God is letting you know what the truth is, you want to be able to understand it. So pray for his guidance and it will come.
2006-07-21 13:13:05 · answer #1 · answered by Gigi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, im happy to have read all that because I been through similar things and I thought was the only one!
LOL
Im on the same page with your husband and I got over all that.
I also felt like those baptists, pentecostals, later day folks and what not are just extreme people only seeing one tiny image of god, an image small enuff to fit within the pages of a book.
Just go and find a church where you feel ok.
Doesnt have to be perfect, an OK one will do for a start.
Its only for being able to meet others that think alike.
You might just go to the bible study group of some lutheren church where you could feel "at home" and only sometimes attend church services.
I do that because I dont like the "Pastoress" (or whatever you call a female preacher)
Just dont give up! You have your husband and where 2 or 3 people meet in his name, there is JC
You are not alone :)
2006-07-21 20:27:55 · answer #2 · answered by miraculous_prophet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
first off being a christian has nothing to do with whether you are a baptist,evangelical,or a 7 day-er.Its not how obedient they are but how obedient you are.God wants you in a church because there is more power in worship.There is only one thing between you and God that is you. I go to church to be energized not because they think the sabbath is Saturday or Sunday.Besides all the bible said was on the seventh day he rested.I would find a church that teaches from the bible and worshiping there makes me feel the joy of being saved by the lords son
2006-07-21 20:32:52 · answer #3 · answered by lewia f 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off, I'm a Christian who was also raised Baptist. Over time I've come to think that it's more important for us to read the Bible and interpret it for ourselves instead of let someone else (like a pastor) tell us what to believe. Read the book for yourself and then decide what you believe based upon what you have read. I think as long as you have the most important parts, such as salvation correct, that you shouldn't really sweat the smaller stuff like whether or not the sabbath is on Saturday or Sunday. What it important to God is that you spend time reading his word and talking to him, he doesn't care if you do it Saturday, Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday. Many people think of a spiritual path as a journey that you just have to explore for yourself.
2006-07-21 20:17:07 · answer #4 · answered by Aurora Dawn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
problem: your husband has turned christianity into some kind of social group or club with special terms. if you are truly a christian, you know that it is all about Jesus, and devoting your life to follow Him. Ellen White, or anybody don't matter. Christianity is a personal decision; it's between you and God. Not Joseph Smith. And your husband shouldn't be controling your personal beliefs or your religious beliefs. They're your decisions to make.
2006-07-21 20:15:25 · answer #5 · answered by Yah 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well how about just a relationship with God for both of yal. God will see your hearts that you want to please Him. maybe he is just givin you a break to sit back and wait for Him to tell you the next move. I really encourage you to check out this site it talks about the spiritual freedom we really have in Christ! I grew up with the writer as a pastor in my church. Here is the link it talks about how love is the motivation in all that we do and what is sin and what isn't. So don't feel guilty about not goin to church "as disobeying Him" Jesus bought you at a precious price so you can be free from all the coulda, shoulda, woulda's of a religion. God is your answer, listen for Him.
2006-07-21 20:17:12 · answer #6 · answered by AlwaysLaughing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Mormon Church, Latter Day Saints, believe in Joseph Smith.
I also cannot find a church I agree with. I am happy knowing my faith comes from within and I do not need a church to know I am strong with God.
Also, if you want to go to church and enjoy the social setting, your husband should allow you to go alone or with any children that want to go too. That is your choice, not his.
2006-07-21 20:12:15 · answer #7 · answered by Kats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Christianity is the belief in God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit...believing Jesus died on the cross for our sins, was burried and rose on the 3rd day defeating death and hades...and is alive forevermore
the bible is our instruction manual for life
all of these churches are just different denominations with their own way of preaching or teachin God's word...some of them don't even do that
I suggest you read your bible and pray to God in the name of Jesus that He would direct you to the right church...I would also pray for Him to open up the eyes of your spouse as it sounds like he is easily swayed from one thing to the next.
Follow the bible and if a church preaches something that is not in the Word of God...get out fast...
gl & be cool....
2006-07-21 20:16:14 · answer #8 · answered by CC Babydoll 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you believe in the Bible then you know that it says that God will guide you. If you truly want guidance and you ask God to show you, He will. The most important thing is that you believe that Jesus Christ is your Savior and ask Him into your heart. You will never find a church where you believe EVERYTHING they do, believe me, I know. The important thing is that you find a Bible-based church where you feel comfortable, accepted and the sermons touch you and you can relate them to your life. It doesn't matter what the name on the front door is, as long as it is Bible-based and you know in your heart, you love God with all your heart, mind and soul.
2006-07-21 20:13:33 · answer #9 · answered by amomentssunlight 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No church teaches everything anyone believes. The point is to find a church that fits into your range of spiritual needs that does not inhibit integrity. Talk to him about how you feel and set and example by continuing to go to a church of your choice.
2006-07-21 20:13:30 · answer #10 · answered by Diamond Freak :) 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋