I don't know what religion I follow. I have always been Catholic, but I only went to the church on baptisms

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and weddings. I like to read and study the Bible and then I go to a Convenant Church but I am still a Catholic. I need to work on my faith. Today I read in the book of Matthews that the jews asked Jesus to make a miracle in front of them at that moment, and Jesus said (something like this) hyppocrats are you that need to see to believe..........and that made me think of it. As I was not into religion when I was a child, how can I become more serious in my faith?

Answer 1

Seems like you're trying to do that now. You maintain that you're a Catholic, but you weren't into religion as a child. Sooo...my question would be, "Do you consider yourself to *be* a Catholic? Is it weird for you to be in a Christian service where they aren't doing some of the *Catholic* rituals?"

If you feel at home with Catholicism, then I'd search for a Catholic Church and start attending mass, if I were you. Also, look in bookstores at their religious texts, and find some additional reading that will inform you more about the life of Jesus as well as the Catholic Church.

IF, on the other hand, you are reading the gospels and reading the words of Jesus in which he was pretty much telling the people of his time, "Quit getting hung up on the minutiae, and follow the first two commandments", and you're finding *this* is making you interested in deepening your own understanding of what that means, then I'd advise that you keep an open mind and an even more open heart, and realize you *may* be lead to some new conclusions. Many people I know who went on spiritual quests (in their hearts and minds, not traveling the globe) reached many different conclusions. One remained Christian. Many became pagan. Another discovered Judaism. And yet another turned to Buddhism.

Wherever you go with this, I believe (and it's just *my* belief) it will be God's will. Good luck.

Answer 2

I'm a convert, despite the fact that now not a up to date one. I was once interested in the Church by way of the cosmetic of the Mass, the experience of group, and such a lot of all, by way of the Eucharist. I was once at first a Methodist, however I under no circumstances discovered the peace that incorporates the Presence of Christ. All that converted while I joined the Church and bought our Lord within the Sacrament of the Eucharist for the primary time. I love being a side of a sequence of believers that stretches all of the as far back as the times of Christ and His apostles. Mass is lovely -- way more so than another church that I've ever attended. But the Eucharist was once and nonetheless is the core of my existence as a Catholic Christian.

Answer 3

Pastor billy says: become involved at your local Catholic parish.
Study Apologetics, read Catholic authors, get the Catholic Church Catechism and read it to better understand what the Church teaches. Wake up everyday and read some scripture. Try to go to daily Mass. Surround yourself with faithful Catholic people try the bible study or RCIA class at any local parish. there is much anti-Catholicism on the internet so see my sources below for some good places to go. Searching for the truth eventually leads all Christians back to the Catholic Church.

Answer 4

Having an argument about the Jews being evil is not a good start. God made the Jews his chosen people. Plus, all of us came from Abraham

If a person has little boys, they should not allow them to go to the Catholic Church alone; there are too many priests who desire little boys. Just remember, the pope is a former Nazi Youth that hunted down Jews. I would think you would desire for your children to grow up in a proper nurturing atmosphere. So, go to a real Christian Church, be a Baptist.

With love in Christ.

Answer 5

Why do you have to join any religion? The bible does not tell us about any religion, or to join any. Nor did Jesus establish any religion on the earth when He was here. All religions were established by man, not God. Read, study and live the bible. It is the Word of God. Then you will know about Religions. I believe the Jehovah Witnesses are the closest to the Word of God on earth. They are not an actual religion, but a congregation of God's (Jehovah's) people. That's why they are called Jehovah Witnesses. They study, and live by the bible. Everything is searched and researched thoroughly. Oh by the way, I am not a member.

Answer 6

Read Acts 2:38-47 In verse 47 after being saved it says...and the LORD ADDED to the Church such as should be saved.
Meaning all who followed Christ's teachings were now after hearing Peter preach the truth to them, Believed, Repented, confessed and were immersed in Water Baptism for remission of their sins.
This is the day that THE CHURCH OF CHRIST WAS ESTABLISHED.
The Church of Christ only follows the BIBLE and does not add to or take away from it. It is not a man-made church it was established on the day of pentacost in Acts chapter 2.

God's inspired word is all the instructions we need.
Hebrews 11:6

Please contact me and I would love to study with you.

Penny Mae
Christian and member of the Church of Christ in Pa.

Answer 7

Contact your local Catholic Church and see if they have a Bible study class going on. It is very likely that they do. Also, check out the opportunities for audlt faith formation at your church.

You must work to become stronger in your faith.

Some of my favorite Catholic sites are as follows

The Word Among Us - http://www.wau.org/meditations/meditations.asp
Creighton University Daily Reflection - http://www.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/daily.html
Catholic Under teh Hood Podcast - http://catholicunderthehood.blogspot.com/

I would encourage you to rediscover your Catholic faith. Please contact me.

Answer 8

You need to objectively study your faith, and I'm not talking about Bible study alone. You need to include scholarly works in your studies, which includes a research into early church history and the sociological effects that changed theological understandings. Subscribe to publications that look at theological issues from all sides, not just the extremes.

Answer 9

In Heaven, we worship God and the Lamb (Revelations). It does not matter what church we belonged to, but rather doe we accept Jesus. See the 'Jesus" and "Religion, Church & Doctrines" links at http://godisruleroftheuniverse.com You will find comfort and also understand more about God. You are not the only one who has felt like this. To become more serious, click on the "Mind of God" link at the same url.

Answer 10

God wants every one of us to have a strong faith—one that not only sees us through the rough times in life, but shapes us and makes us more and more like Christ. The Bible commands us to "grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ" (2 Peter 3:18).

And this is possible for every believer, because God has given us everything we could possibly need for our spiritual growth. For example, He has given us the Bible, which tells us what we should believe and how we should live. I've never met a Christian who ignored their Bible and yet was spiritually strong—and I have never met a Christian who regularly spent time in their Bible who was spiritually weak. Is the Bible part of your life every day?

God has also given us the privilege of prayer. Think of it: You and I have the privilege of bringing all our needs and requests before the God of the universe! When God answers our prayers, it strengthens our faith. In addition, God helps us grow spiritually through our contact with other Christians. An isolated Christian is a weak Christian.

What has been missing in your life? Whatever it is, confess it to God, and ask Him to help you use these resources to become "strong in the Lord and in his mighty power" (Ephesians 6:10).