Finding a home...

Well, it has been a while, maybe a year or so, since I consciously asked Christ to be in my heart. I thank God for the situations he has put me in to bring me closer to him, sometimes, that is what it takes.

I once had the thought that as long as I believed and studied and followed (on an individual level) what God says in the Bible, that I was being an obedient Christian. Meaning I didn't have to go to a church and try to adhere to the "rules" of the congregation. I think that is the fear most new Christians who come to God "on their own". I have come to realize, believing is more than something you feel in your heart and are convinced of in your mind, at least when it comes to Christ and God.

To me, currently, -- and by all means, this is simply my individual understanding and as I study more and more, I may come to understand more clearly -- believing should be 3-dimensional and my belief in God, Christ, and the Holy Spirit should be obvious in the way I live my life and carry myself. This doesn't mean I am going to carry Christian symbols and a Bible where everyone can see them, that would induce pride which can induce envy and ridicule from others. My actions should reflect my beliefs and I pray that God gives me the strength to do so. That being said, it is Biblical to go to church and worship, to congregate in Christ's name and so I prayed and asked God to open my eyes to a Church that had integrity and Truth. After a short time of searching, I do believe I have found a Church I can call home.

I am excited to be involved in study before the service and to bring my children too. I started last week and I pray, and hope you pray for me too, that the Truth is evident and always at this church.