There are times I just dont like going to church. And IF I went by my feelings I would hardly ever go. When I was a new bleiver I loved church I was the first to arrive and the last to leave it was new, fresh and exciting, however the church I am in now is limited in certain ways and being in this ministry for 13 years has been very hard. I am relocating soon and did find a better church where my husband and I will be living. What are good godely ways to get the joy,zeal, enthuisiam, fire and passion back for going to church once again? Thank you for your answers and God bless you.
2006-12-05 14:35:15 · 12 answers · asked by encourager4God 5 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Perhaps God is moving you to be renewed in this new church. Sometimes it's within us that the fire has dimmed and other times it's the church that is not "feeding" us properly. Have you prayed about it? Have you asked for revival to begin in your heart? He is more than ready, willing and able to give you that! All you need do is ask and seek Him. I have also found it helps to get involved in the ministries of the church. If God gave you a beautiful voice, sing in the choir. If you have a gift for teaching, teach Sunday School. Maybe your heart is outreach or missions. By offering ourselves and our talents and looking beyond ourselves to what others need a new fire can be struck in our souls like that as well.
Hope this helps! God bless in this new chapter of your life!
2006-12-05 14:43:38 · answer #1 · answered by Pamela 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not neglect the gathering together which is the habit of some.... have you read that verse? It is hard when youa re burned out. It could be that you are taking on too many things or that your heart is telling you that you need to back off a bit and get fed more and minister less. There was a time when I was at the church for something at least every 48 hours! Too much and my family was not getting that devotion. Focus on your husband for a while when you move--and pray about what God would have you to do in your new place. Ask your husband! God speaks to us through our spouses. When you are looking for a new church body/church family try to list out things that you need and things that you are willing to offer. Try not to be drawn into a group because they use lures--make sure the preaching is nourishing to your soul and that you can grow as well as bear fruit there. It might help to have a list with you so you can be sure and ask the questions (so how does this church feel about divorce? doctrine of predestination? holy days? etc). If your church is not a good fit for you then prayerfully seek a new place with your hubby. Be specific in your prayers--either to confirm this is the place or to give you a huge reason to not stay there. We visited a church where creation and evolution were being mixed together and the teacher said he did not know if the Genesis account could be trusted. What? That was a clear indicator to my husband that this was not where we wanted to be. Talk togther, pray together and go together. And have a happy move-- hint: use your linens to cover and cushion your breakables--it will keep your dishes clean (newsprint leaves smudges) and will use less space :-)
2006-12-05 14:58:38 · answer #2 · answered by Orpah! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Changing churches sounds like a solution. Try a Vineyard church..I hear the movement is on the rise! They're full of the Holy Spirit, and are incredibly welcoming. God bless!
2006-12-05 14:37:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree that the change of churches will porbably put your spiritual life back on track. I also agree that Vineyard congregations are very welcoming, have more of a contemporary service, and are very involved with helping in the community.
One thing that helps me regain my perspective when my spirits sag is music. I especially like Chris Rice, Point of Grace, Phillips, Craig and Dean. I also like some of the "louder" groups like Third Day, Newsboys, and DC Talk. Listening to any of these, and some others can pull me back to God when I have begun to slack and slip away.
2006-12-05 14:49:24 · answer #4 · answered by kids and cats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fellowship is one way. I have recently been excited about evangelism and even led a Way of The Master study at my church. I want to glorify my Lord so much sometimes that I just start crying. God bless you for asking this question. I needed to look at what I was doing. God is so good. Mike
2006-12-05 14:41:59 · answer #5 · answered by mikegwelch 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
God dwells in the heart, the soul and the brain, not in the church. Go back to the gospels, see what they tell you about your life and your faith.
When you feel you need to be in community, you will find one.
God bless you, too!
2006-12-05 14:48:26 · answer #6 · answered by Palmerpath 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should go to a church that's outside. That's the best!
2006-12-05 14:41:48 · answer #7 · answered by kyrieous 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look for the root of the problem. why are you so unhappy in the church. the pray to god to help u solve the problem. god bless.
2006-12-05 14:42:35 · answer #8 · answered by jytopy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i do not imagine you're incorrect to experience this way. In a attractive international, there must be no "faith," yet in elementary words the "wish and love for humanity" that you talk of. on the grounds that we do not stay in a attractive international, non secular vacation journeys have become in elementary terms cultural celebrations to three that ought to split one non secular team from yet another. i'm satisfied to do not forget that you do not see issues this way.
2016-11-30 04:55:41 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask in prayer for that zeal, but you have to dedicate yourself to it in order for it to work. Good luck.
2006-12-05 14:41:07 · answer #10 · answered by norm s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋