Finding a Church Home

So many months have gone by and I still am a Church Orphan. 

It is so difficult to find a church that has a solid foundation in The WORD.  Too many churches do topical messages and only take a few lines of scripture that add to “their” message.  What is that about!? 

But I guess any message is better than NO message.  Today is the 3rd Sunday I missed church.  It is sad. A bit depressing.  What is more depressing is having a desert thirst and walking out of those “topical” churches – unquenched!

I wonder, if I didn’t have such an Awesome pastor and didn’t got to a Christian College -would I be so parched? 

Maybe. Maybe Not.

A friend asked me to blog about looking for a new Church home, since I am going through this trial (yes, finding a church is a trial), I would like to share some insight on what to look for when looking for a church home.

1. Know what you believe!
   • every Church has their own little emphasis or focus.
   • Knowing what you believe will help you weed out churches that don’t fall in line with what you are looking for in regards to spirituality.  (I’ll go over this in a more specifics one day)
     • Sounds weird!?  I know.. but some churches emphasize Baptism, or the Gift of Tongues.  Others put emphasis on Sin and Condemnation.  Some focus on ritual and try to follow the ancient practices from possibly Jesus’ day.   Some focus on Missions, so ask yourself first: Are you on the path of a missionary? 
2. Make sure the Church reads directly from The Holy Bible.
   • Always bring your Bible to church!
   • Always read along in your Bible when scripture is presented. 
     • Test the Spirits behind the message (1 John 4:1)
     • Test the Message (Deuteronomy 4:2)
   • If the Church’s message does not coincide with God’s Word -Stop Going there!
     • A Church that is not reading God’s word and not teaching or relying on His commandments and promises >> It’s Not GOD’s House!

on’t worry, when you are the house of God that is your Church Home… You will Know! 

3. Most importantly!

Pray

Pray

Pray… 

For GOD’s guidance as to where he wants you in HIS Body to serve and be fed.

I hope this helps you on your path to finding your church home.  I am still trying to attend church… of course it isn’t my home, so I feel a bit out of place.  At least I know I am in God’s house! 

Blessings