Locke11_21
Democrat Party - the REAL Fascist Party
I have a strong belief in God, and believe that Jesus made the ultimate sacrifice for the forgiveness of all our sin. I read daily in my old King James version of the Bible. I like to read in daily devotionals, like "Our Daily Bread", and recently I bought a great new daily devotional book: "Jesus Calling", by Sarah Young. While I am not a Mormon, I try to read in Book Of Mormon as well, I do believe Joseph Smith was a profit and he can not be denied this honor. As far as donations go, I like to donate to Christian radio stations to help them keep spreading the word of God.
As for church, I just do not go. It is not the preachers I have issue with - unfortunately it is some of the people who attend that go to church and wear the biggest crucifix around their necks, yet the next day they are out sinning like there is no tomorrow. No sooner do you leave the sermon, and these people are already talking behind your back. And it is not just at church, I have come across these kinds of people at work, in other forums I have posted in, and yes, a few at USMB as well. I just have no interest in going to church. I believe church is what you want it to be. Reading your Bible, saying your prayer, and usually every weekend I go out on a long walk and talk prayer where I am giving thanks to God and saying prayers.
Am I perfect, not even close. Every night before I go to bed, I find myself praying for forgiveness. As hard as I try, I still make alot of mistakes, but I try. And I believe many other people really try as well, however, it is just that smaller percentage that turns me away from attending church. I am not sure if any of you feel this way, but regardless, I would love to hear your opinions.
As for church, I just do not go. It is not the preachers I have issue with - unfortunately it is some of the people who attend that go to church and wear the biggest crucifix around their necks, yet the next day they are out sinning like there is no tomorrow. No sooner do you leave the sermon, and these people are already talking behind your back. And it is not just at church, I have come across these kinds of people at work, in other forums I have posted in, and yes, a few at USMB as well. I just have no interest in going to church. I believe church is what you want it to be. Reading your Bible, saying your prayer, and usually every weekend I go out on a long walk and talk prayer where I am giving thanks to God and saying prayers.
Am I perfect, not even close. Every night before I go to bed, I find myself praying for forgiveness. As hard as I try, I still make alot of mistakes, but I try. And I believe many other people really try as well, however, it is just that smaller percentage that turns me away from attending church. I am not sure if any of you feel this way, but regardless, I would love to hear your opinions.
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