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Help_me_Jesus
Help_me_Jesus

Good morning people,


So I am just wondering how people feel about their families?


This sounds like a weird question, but it is something that I struggle with.


I didn't grow up in the church. Now, that is all I do. 


My mom, stepdad, and grandparents aren't crazy about God like I am. 


This seems to create strains in our relationship as a family. 


I don't really see them anymore. Not sure how I a feel about it. 


Does anyone else struggle with these feelings?


MaryTurk
MaryTurk
I am sorry, I do not.

Grew up in the church. My mom was devoted. My dad had issues with "Christians" who did not bear fruit.

I have learned not to go with judgement in mind. I am not there for others. I am there for ME. There are many scriptures which promote corporate worship. (worship with other like minded people)

Something else I have learned...you cannot find God at church. You need to bring Him with you. Invite him in.

I have been in churches where even the pastor did not invite Him in. These are more like country clubs. A place that a person can brag they attend.

My point...the experience at church is a private thing between you and God.
Don't worry about what others think.

But, never forget the fact you are to help bring others into the family of God. Invite them to attend. Shoe them that life is better with Jesus as a friend.

That's just my opinion.
brite7
brite7
My parents and family members ,except 1 are not devout Christians , unfortunately .
My Mom has developed Alzheimer's and I keep her company because although we differ in our faith I must obey God 1st and honor her .
OLDBIKER
OLDBIKER
I was raised in a Christian home. My dad was a minister. I became very rebellious as a teenager, married at 19, got into biker gangs, became an alcoholic and drug user in mid 20's, divorced, got saved and have now been a minister for almost 43 yrs.
RJW
RJW
Thank you for sharing. Sometimes it is enough to pray and live for God. This is a great testimony, as they see the wonderful change in us, and wonder why. That wonder can turn to hearing The Lord knock on the door to their heart. God Bless. Very much love, <3
Help_me_Jesus
Help_me_Jesus
Love you RJW
shadowlady
shadowlady
I'm just now seeing this. So thankful you've devoted your life to Christ.Yes, my family and I have had difficulties in the past regarding Christianity. I have always had strong faith and a relationship with Christ took priority in my life, whereas with my parents and brother it did not for years. It took many tears, prayer, and devastating losses before some of these issues could be resolved. My dad was a Christian when he passed, my mom is now. I'm still praying for my brother. Prayer and gentleness was the way I handled it. It took,years. God bless. Prayers.
Help_me_Jesus
Help_me_Jesus
This sounds like me. Thank you for your words. <3
Group FounderMarleneJ
MarleneJ
My grandparents were saved, but not my parents. I was able to lead both my parents to the Lord, and my father, only 5 months before he died. My family lived with Christian values, but did not know Jesus. My brother and sister still do not.

And my children are also far from God, although my husband is strong in his faith! His family is not saved, either, although his mother was.

So, never turn away from being on fire for God, to please family or friends. Rather, pray for them, gently share the gospel if God opens a door, and lead them to God. I prayed for my parents for 31 years before they got saved. I tried to be true to God, and honest and ethical in all I did, and it meant a lot to them.

So, please do not let some strain either push you away from God, nor let it stop you from being who you are in Christ. In the end, our relationship with God is all that matters in eternity. Plus, if God has given you this passion to know and serve him, follow it with all your heart.

My suggestion is to read the Bible daily. 3 chapters of the OT and 1 of the NT gets you through the Bible in a year. Some parts are hard, other parts will speak to you with the voice of God, and different parts on different readings. Never forget to pray. And not just for things, or people, but pray to know Christ better. And try and find a supportive church, who understand that you come from a non-Christian home. If a church won’t support you, then it is not the right one.

And so glad you found us and are posting here! Welcome and God bless!
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