If you changed to a different, stricter church?

Question

than your family, how did you break the news?

Answer 1

I went the other way; I knew something was not right where I was; but folks from the other denominations were saying 'such and such' so I stayed where I was (for too long). Now I am FREE!!! Per CHRIST DELIVERING ME!!!

Answer 2

Never would I leave the Episcopal or Catholic churches that would be the day. Strict Churches I do have something to say about these so called Churches like perhaps the Fundamentalists and Evangelican and most Baptist Churches they practice not what they are preaching,

but they do a great!! job of spreading hatred in our society and there is

no love of Jesus in these so called churches nothing but judgment and

hatred that poisons this world of ours and leaves us all with a bad taste

in out mouths.

Answer 3

its not a big deal its ur life ur decision. just tell them

Answer 4

I don't think it would be anything that would anger or shame them. Just tell them.

Answer 5

There is freedom in Christ.

The closer you get to Jesus the more free you become.

Strict churches are bad according to the Bible.

Answer 6

Some families might think that you are leaving the faith, so you might have to be prepared for that.

I am thinking the same thing, actually for me. I am thinking about converting to Catholicism because it seems that so many take their faith more seriously than Protestants and we basically believe the same thing.

Anyway, good luck, but don't be afraid to do what you think it  right!

eta: In response to a response below, I have also found Catholics to be rude and condescending, just as I have found some evangelicals. It  depends entirely upon the person.

I love my non-denom pastor, he is awesome. I have no complaints about my church, so I want to make it clear that has nothing to do with why I am thinking about converting. If I went by the words and actions of many Catholics, I would not covert! But that is not what I am going by lol

Answer 7

Just tell them you've done a lot of spiritual soul searching (or whatever) and you've found a church that feels more right for you.  Then just tell them the basic beliefs, and if/how it's going to affect your relationship with them and all the other pertinent details.

If they try to argue with you or tell you you're making the wrong decision or something, remind them that you're an adult and capable of making your own decisions, and it's not up for discussion.  You respect their choices, so they should respect yours.

Answer 8

ok... why should you want to be in a strict church to begin with? why do you need another's interpretation for the bible when it is you, and you alone who's ultimately responsible for your own fate?  

Answer 9

I would have to become Amish to do this.  Kidding, kind of.

Actually, after many years of belonging to very Conservative Baptist churches, my parents now attend a contemporary non-denominational church.  Quite the shocker, but they attend to support the pastor.  

So, it's like they did it to me.  Adults can handle it, trust me.

Added:  In the situation my parents are in, it went something like this:  When I was a child, my father felt called to start a church in that area, since there was not one fundamental, Bible believing church for 20 miles or so, and it was a growing community.  After 7 years, my father disbanded the church which never really got off the ground.  The people went to the church 20 miles away.  Recently, my parents retired and moved back to the area, where a very good friend of my dad's has started a Bible-believing church, albeit one with more of a contemporary appeal (a band and big screen).  It's very interesting.  I've attended a few times and have no problem with it, other than it isn't what I'm used to.

The thing is, salvation is by grace, and we are to give glory to God and follow Scripture.  Understanding those things, pick the church where you feel led to attend.

Answer 10

I was brought up Catholic. My family are all aware that I don't believe in God, but they still love me and hug me anyway. I've never had a problem with being open and honest within my family, so I don't really understand why others should consider this a problem.

Maybe you should just tell them in a loving way that you've changed the way you practise your religion; they might be more understanding than you expect. If they're not, isn't it better to work through it sooner than later; what about family counselling if necessary?

Answer 11

If "strict" means "legalistic and works oriented", I wouldn't even consider joining such a cult.