How to ACTUALLY quit preaching?

Question

I am 14 years old, an ordained minister at my church and in my jurisdiction. I started preaching when I was about 12, and I dont know why I did it, I just wanted to be up there and make people happy. Things have changed since then, and Ive realized by following a "religion" [christian], this has been turned into a chore instead of a blessing. I love God, and I always will, but I feel like this isnt for me. Everyone, however, when they hear me speak tell me that "God has a calling on my life and I shouldnt waste it". God talks to me too. Im missing everything he has to offer BY holding onto something thats not meant for me, and I feel like theres no out. Can someone help me prepare myself for that final say so, that I dont want to teach, but instead listen to the word?

Please don't intentionally put me down like im the devil, this is a serious question needing serious answers.

Answer 1

i was a child preacher, and it ruined any chance of me ever having any real faith in a religion i was forced to be entertainment for

Answer 2

It sounds like you are talking from an honest heart. After preaching for 2 years you may need a break especially at such the age you are. I would suggest any of the following options - to consult the deacons or elders !!!

1 a 60 day sabbatical
2 that you need more training to fill your spiritual tank
3 that you want to be a more biblically educated pastor
4 do a home study course from Liberty University

AND DON'T FORGET TO PRAY FOR GOD'S WILL UNTIL YOU KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER. YOU ARE NOT TO YOUNG !!! YOU JUST NEED MORE TIME !!!

Ooopps I just went back and checked you out SO YOU WANT TO BE AN ACTOR LIKE WILL SMITH. Guess what !!!
I feel like I have been had by an actor. If that is the case it is a mean trick !!! I really want to be wrong !!!

Answer 3

Wow theyoungbj3 you are really deep. I can't tell you what you should do about getting out of preaching, but I will tell you to read the book of Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Jonah. These three men didn't think that they were God material either. Jonah of course as you know was placed in the belly of the big fish and when he was released three days later, he began doing God's will. As for Jeremiah he too went through something similar, he thought that he was too young and didn't think that God chose the right person for such an enormous job - but he was wrong. Ezekiel had to eat food cooked over manure and lay on his side for over a year, he must have thought God chose the wrong person. My point is that even though this may not be what you would chose for yourself, let God choose for you what is in His mighty will. Remember that Jesus also asked God to remove the cup of suffering from Him, but Jesus went on to do God's will and not His own . . . aren't we so happy He did? Pray about this situation and then listen to what God has to say to you, and then follow His advice.

God Bless You

Answer 4

When preaching becomes a job and the blessing becomes a chore, it's time to back up and get a new perspective. DON"T FEEL BAD ABOUT THAT! My husband constantly reminds me that there are MANY examples in the NT where Jesus himself withdrew from the crowds and even away from His 12 to pray and reflect. The "calling" of God is irrevocable, if you are called to preach, you will preach, but that doesn't mean 24/7 and not always as others see us doing it. You don't have to prepare yourself for the final say so, just take a break and check in with God and ask Him what he wants you to do!

Answer 5

One thing you are young. Next You say, you do not know why you did it....just wanted to be up there and make people happy.

You do not know God,you have not had enough experience with him....you are there for a fix. Serving God is not a chore,it is what he does for you. not what you do for him!

God sets the pace...he knows the plans he has for you,not to harm you but to give you a hope and a expected end Jeremiah 29:11. It is not childs play.

You may be conviencing to some but to me you are still a immature Christian. Do not be a hearer only but a doer of the word. If God has prepared you to preach. You can try to get out if you can...but Gods will be done. We tend to let people place pressure on us,instead of them being encouraged to seek God for themselves.

Answer 6

The same thing happened to my dad, and I'm sure it's very common. He just told them he wanted to wait a while, and everyone understood. Then he went to college and became a teacher. He remained religious all his life and was a wise man and an excellent listener. But he never went back to preaching as such. Instead, he told wonderful stories to friends and family and imparted his wisdom in his own way. Albert Schweitzer once said, *I do not know what path in life you will take, but those among you who will be truly happy are those who will have sought and found a way to serve.*

In his case it was by playing the organ, doctoring the poor in Africa, writing books of philosophy, and working to try to end war (that job is still open). He won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1952.

Answer 7

If you followed the Bible instead of your denomination you would not be preaching at 12. You need to live a little and understand life before you start telling people how to do it. The Bible also says you need to be married and have a family.
I Timothy 3:2 An overseer, then, must be above reproach, the husband of one wife, temperate, prudent, respectable, hospitable, able to teach, 3 not addicted to wine or pugnacious, but gentle, peaceable, free from the love of money. 4 He must be one who manages his own household well, keeping his children under control with all dignity 5 (but if a man does not know how to manage his own household, how will he take care of the church of God?), 6 and not a new convert, so that he will not become conceited and fall into the condemnation incurred by the devil. 7 And he must have a good reputation with those outside the church, so that he will not fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.

Answer 8

No because of the fact i don't carry forth. I answer questions. in case you ask do you not assume an answer? in case you do not assume an answer then you definately are preaching once you ask. an answer is a reaction. in case you question, you the two ask for a reaction or you attempt to place for the time of a fact in the form of a question. maximum suitable the witness, with the point to speak.

Answer 9

You're 14! Just say "Hey! I'm only 14!, Get a grip people!" You're not old enough to have the life experience or education for that kind of position. Get a little older, and a degree in theology, and then maybe it'll be right for you.

Answer 10

Not to sound callous, but I feel the blunt approach will work best here, even though I don't care what your beliefs are or religion -

Keep your mouth shut and only talk about religious matters to those who are generally interested in knowing; those who approach you with questions.

Answer 11

Skaterboy, How do you have time for all those skaterboy thangs, school, and preaching too? Impressive! Do the world a favor and stick to getting an education before opening your mouth and enjoying your skateboard.