for a long time, i went to Lighthouse Assembly of God n then my cousin invited me to go to her church which is pentecostal. i really miss my old church but the new one keeps tellin me i need to come back and they want to baptize me n i don't wanna rush it...ya know...idk where i want to get baptized yet. id prefer my old church n they are welcoming me back but the new one would probably make me feel bad about not coming back. so would my cousin. im just tired of wearing long skirts and not wearing ne make-up. plz help!
2006-09-17 02:52:39 · 26 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
You should choose the one that makes you feel more like "at Home". Don't go because they tell you to go, go because you feel comfortable. All the churches will tell you to come back. It is the one you feel like you belong that you should go to.
2006-09-17 02:55:14 · answer #1 · answered by Stephanie F 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Bible itself reveals those doctrines that are essential to the Christian faith. They are 1) the Deity of Christ, 2) Salvation by Grace, and 3) Resurrection of Christ, and 4) the gospel. These are the doctrines the Bible says are necessary. Though there are many other important doctrines, these four are the only ones that are declared by Scripture to be essential.
Make certain that before making a choice you KNOW these things are believed and taught...If leaders become ansy, arrogant, prideful, upset...about you asking exactly what they believe about these doctrines, then it is not the right place for you...Pentecostal in itself is not wrong...but there are some splinter groups that you need to find out about...
For the full report, see the link below.
2006-09-17 03:14:00 · answer #2 · answered by heresyhunter@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Follow your heart and let the Holy Spirit guide you.
I go to the Assemblies of God and our church is not a bunch of stick in the mud. A woman can wear fashionable shorter skirts. Remember where you are, when in church. Your own morals should determine your style of dress.
As for baptism, that is your choice and your commitment. Forcing a person into baptism is wrong.
2006-09-17 02:57:01 · answer #3 · answered by Eldude 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should be in deep prayer over this - I'd suggest staying with your "old" church unless you have some real reason you want to leave. People cannot make you feel guilty unless you let them. Make a decision - stick with it - and don't feel any need to explain the reason for your decisions. Just as "they" get to make their own choices for their own reasons and are not obligated to explain to you... you have that same right. Say something like, "thanks for the offer, but for personal reasons I've decided to stay with xyz church for now. I'll keep your congregation in mind and in prayer though, and I appreciate your concern." blah blah blah. Meantime, think seriously about who is teaching the bible... scripture alone - letting scripture interpret scripture - not men interpreting scripture. Do your research on various denominations - it's a lot of work and time, but well worth it! Stay in prayer and if you're sincere - God will lead you to the truth. God bless you and good luck. ~Nisa
2006-09-17 02:59:50 · answer #4 · answered by newfsdrool 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
choose the one you think will make you happy, a better person and make you comfortable for who you are.
I know it's arisk to make your cousin angry, but as a part of a religous organization, they should know that forcing someone wont help.
and besides, it's for worshipping. no matter what church you belong in, you're still praise the same God.
Actually, that's one of the few reason i hate 'some' churches..they force you to do things you dont want to or lead you into deciding something half heartedly.
I believe as an religous organization, they should be more open minded.
2006-09-17 03:02:37 · answer #5 · answered by Jacky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the one where you feel at home, if i were you i would maybe try out a couple of different churches and see how you feel but it shouldn't be up to the church if/when you get baptised thats your decision i went to a church a couple of years ago and they kept pressuring me to get saved and baptised and i said no everytime because i dont believe someone should push you into something like that and i finally got so upset/discouraged one night because when they asked for people to come up and be saved i chose not to and no one would leave me alone they kept hinting that i was a sinner so i got up and walked out but you will know when you have found the right church it just seems like home
2006-09-17 03:12:22 · answer #6 · answered by *CiTsJuStMe* 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YOU JUST SAID THESE NEW PEOPLE WOULD MAKE YOU FEEL BAD WHY WOULD YOU HANG WITH THAT CROWD OPPS
Choose by the people cuz niether has a superior doctrine. The old church will baptise you i am just sure. Penticostals can be good folks. They do insist on baptising "in the name of Jesus" which is a name Yeshua (his life name) never heard. Choose by the people not the pressure.
2006-09-17 02:58:54 · answer #7 · answered by icheeknows 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hun, any church that is using guilt to keep you attending isnt a church you want to be attending. While I agree with most of the beliefs of the penticostal, I dont agree with using a guilt trip to keep you in attendence. You should attend the church that you truley believe teaches the word of God and not the word of man.
2006-09-17 03:08:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your heart is with your old church. Im sure if you explained things to your cousin she will understand in time. You should do whats right for you. I dont actually go to church but if I put my self in your shoes that's what I would do.
2006-09-17 02:58:16 · answer #9 · answered by jam 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really sounds like you've made your decision. You seem to really want to go back to your other church. Go for it! Tell your cousin "Thanks for inviting me to your church. I had a really nice time and liked all the people. Everyone made me feel welcome. I just feel God is calling me to stay at Lighthouse right now." Tell her you would like to visit her church more (if you would), and someday you may go there (if you want). It'll work out!
2006-09-17 02:57:59 · answer #10 · answered by teeney1116 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋