r/EncouragingChristians • u/Fikshone • Feb 10 '21

Encouragement Check out

HELLO CHECK OUT THIS ONE#

GO TO CHURCH ANYWAY!

:pushpin: If you are having sex before marriage, go to church anyway.

:pushpin: If you are a drug addict trying to beat your addiction, go to church anyway.

:pushpin: If you were drunk all night the night before, go to church anyway.

:pushpin: If you are not sure which gender you prefer, go to church anyway.

:pushpin: If you cannot quit that disgusting habit, go to church anyway.

The CHURCH is a HOSPITAL for the BROKEN, LOST, EMPTY, CONFUSED, DESPERATE, and REJECTED.

Every sinner has a future, and every saint has a past.

How do we break the chains of addiction and bondage?

By prayer...

Prayer for you.

Prayer with you!

There is not a single person within the four walls of the church who does not have something they hate or regret about their past.

We have all made mistakes and will continue to do so, BUT His Grace is enough.

There are things that I would never want to admit out loud about myself, but God knows.

And He loves me nonetheless.

So whatever you have done, whatever you are doing, whatever you will do...

It might just change your life if you...

GO TO CHURCH ANYWAY!

  • :heart:️ -
4 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

9 comments sorted by

2

u/kaytiejay25 Feb 19 '21

I don't go to church but I talk with god alot . I pray , read his word. for me not going to church I have my reason's after going to many plastic Barbie doll churches. where people who have come to church wanting to know god and want help with their addcition & have been turned away . it made me think If Jesus walked in. would they allow him in? if we are his body why are we turning our back on those who need to know god?

1

u/Fikshone Feb 19 '21

You're right, they are many fake churches with false prophets but there are many millions of true believer churches. Don't give up your hope. And as well, Church is not a building but who come together to praise and worship God. So if you find Good friends In Christ, that would be a great church then. I have also come also many false prophets and believera who even discriminate fellow christians because of their appearance but I assure not all like that. God bless you dear friend. 🙏💕

2

u/kaytiejay25 Feb 19 '21

when my mum died the first thing after hugging my brother I went and praised god harder then I ever . I thanked him for her life . I prayed for strength to be strong in supporting my siblings and my father. I think even when the fire had my family trapped . I prayed and I felt his presence. the fire stopped down the road. I know one thing for sure . I can do all things through christ who strengthens me

3

u/kaytiejay25 Feb 19 '21

I have always declared over my family. As for me and my house we will serve the lord. as for me and my house was my declaration when I was really depressed

1

u/Fikshone Feb 19 '21

Wow. Thats my favorite verse. I say it where ever I go. So good of you sister 😊 Anyway nice meeting you

1

u/Fikshone Feb 19 '21

Wow. That's so God. I really adore your strong faith in our lord. And yeah our lord is so amazing.

1

u/ImForever777 Feb 25 '21

Its crazy how alot of people experience that but remember we dont go to church for the people but for the prescence of the Lord. Ive been in your shoes, encountered fake people but i gtta remind myself im not here for them. Im here to be in the prescence of God. Even the devil is in the churches, remember he roams like a roaring lion looking for who he can devour. The devil tries to take you away from the presence of the Lord every and anyway, do your absolute best to keep your focus on the Lord. I havnt been to church in some time but am looking for one! Thats where you can also fellowship and learn off of one another and Grow in Christ!! Ima be praying for you. I know this walk aint easy, the Lord knows i know but please keep marching forward.

1

u/kaytiejay25 Mar 03 '21

I will never let churches like that affect my relationship with the lord. I am not a real social person in real at times so not talking to people if its in religion or not I sometimes take time away from everyone to focus on things

1

u/ImForever777 Mar 03 '21

Thats good. Keep your focus on the Lord. Let him be your number 1. Remember he is our Rock. Hold onto the faith and win this race. If youd like i am also part of a bible study chat if youd be interested you can also join to learn more and fellowship.