2006-09-01 08:44:56 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You should consider yourself very fortunate not to have been accepted.
A true church rather than the fake variety would have accepted you.
The non-acceptance is a revelation and perhaps a blessing in disguise.
Churches like those you mention are false no matter what shingle they
hang out for identification.
God accepts everyone unconditionally.
When the fake is uncovered the truth unfolds.
HE works in mysterious ways.
2006-09-01 08:58:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What kind of churches are you mentioning? I know there are some "extreme" groups that have strict standards of admittance. There is a historical reference to a church that segregated male and female to the extent that no children were born inside the group. That group is now extinct.
Most Christian churches will accept anyone into a worship service provided that they are reasonably clothed and do not disturb the service. No bikini's or lingerie or yelling out during prayer, things like that. Admittance of membership is another matter. Membership requires that you publicly and formally accept the stated beliefs of that group. If you do not, by action or statement, support those beliefs, then admittance will be delayed or denied.
So where do you fit in? Are you attending "traditional" churches, radical churches, or new age type churches? Are the beliefs something you cannot or will not accept? Think about the types of places you go and what you communicate to them. It goes both ways. They can love you and welcome you into the service, but if you cannot accept their beliefs then you cannot join in membership. In most cases, though not all, it is that simple.
2006-09-01 16:02:25 · answer #2 · answered by Jack 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is something wrong here, because with the general over-all fall off of church attendance, one has to wonder "why" you are not being accepted? After all, all you realy need to do is walk in any church, sit in a back pew and proceed to take part. You are supposed to be there to Praise God not be accepted by the congregation. However, if acceptance is important you need to search out by visiting local denominations and feeling them out. Ask general questions, but never indicate purpose. Don't throw yourself on them...ease into the community of choice. But above all see if there is peace within the walls of the church, and a visit or two should allow you to feel that. Good Luck.
Bp. David
2006-09-01 15:55:55 · answer #3 · answered by Bishop David F. Milne DD 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You go to church to establish a relationship with Christ, not man. The main problem stems from you church hopping. One can not grow in God's word or even establish a relationship at a church if you keep leaving. Every church is not going to fit all of your needs nor wants, but you have to find a church where you are being fed spiritually and mentally so you can continue to nurture your relationship with GOD. You need a church that preaches and teaches the word. Trust me if you find those two things, you will become soo hungry for a right relationship with GOD, that you wouldn't have time to worry about people accepting you because everyone around you are stiving to be closer to GOD. Ask God to give you guidance and direction in leading you to a church that will meet those needs and everything else will fall in place. My church teaches "There are no big people, no little people just one big happy family." This is what all churches should aspire for because we are all sinners and noone is perfect, but Jesus Christ, himself. I am not sure where you are, but I can recommend some churches if you are interested. Be blessed, stay strong and keep the faith.
2006-09-01 16:17:49 · answer #4 · answered by Ladijaye 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the other ppl who answered. Any church that doesn't welcome new members is not a place you want to join. Try checking with city hall, they may have a listing of churches in the area that you didn't know about and try them.
2006-09-01 15:51:36 · answer #5 · answered by Rovaals 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those sound like strange churches. You need to find a place with people your own age and lifestyle. If it isn't a welcoming place, there's something kind of wrong.
2006-09-01 15:47:35 · answer #6 · answered by luvwinz 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's wrong with you that churches won't accept you? I've never heard of this before.
2006-09-01 15:47:30 · answer #7 · answered by sheeny 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thanks For Your Question :)
Well I'm shocked to hear that, I'm a Muslim and anyone no matter what is welcomed in the Mosque and none could say anything its not our house or place to accept or reject anyone its the house of God who came to it is invited from God....who am I to reject anyone from the Mosque ?!
May God Guide them sister, I pity most of the Christians they know so little about God, Religion and themselves
Its true when God describes the Christians in the Quraan as the ones " who went astray."
If you still wanna talk about anything please feel free to msg me on abouterachess@yahoo.com
2006-09-01 15:53:11 · answer #8 · answered by abouterachess 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hmm...I've never heard of a church not accepting anyone...perhaps it is you that is not accepting the church and you just haven't found the right one that fits your beliefs?
2006-09-01 15:50:56 · answer #9 · answered by auntcookie84 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You would be accepted at my church. We do not have the right to reject anyone whom God sends.
2006-09-01 15:59:24 · answer #10 · answered by Not perfect, just forgiven 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋