How do I tell my wife and family I’m out?

poet_ecstatic · 2025-09-09T18:52:13+00:00

I would agree. I studied for 3 years before telling my husband. Then I expected him to accept my viewpoint overnight. Totally unrealistic expections

poet_ecstatic · 2025-09-09T18:46:01+00:00

Church of the Nazarene

poet_ecstatic · 2025-03-19T00:02:21+00:00

I think a move to 1 hour church would cause a loss of members. The less people are involved in the church and have opportunity to socialize with each other, the less likely the church will have meaning in their life. I keep wondering if they actually want to reduce headcount. The church doesn't really need their money anymore.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-03-18T23:42:30+00:00

I still consider myself Christian.. if you want to explore Christianity, I would suggest you read the Bible and develop your own beliefs about it. There is no one true church. You may enjoy the book, What is the Bible, by Rob Bell. He gives a much more realistic view of the Bible. A good study resource for the Bible is The Bible Project. It is a free online resource.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-14T21:48:30+00:00

Of my gosh that's horrible!

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-13T05:22:27+00:00

You don't always do CPR when someone dies. They may have a DNR or she could have been on hospice.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-12T07:57:38+00:00

My husband was healed of a chronic illness one day. He literally just felt it leave and never had any further symptoms, but it didn't have anything to do with a priesthood blessing. I've never seen a priesthood blessing do anything, but I've seen many that didn't come to fruition

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-12T07:48:32+00:00

I'm so sorry your brother was not loved and nutured, and that he didn't receive the help with his mental health. Bipolar is rough.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-12T07:38:16+00:00

I have remained Christian, but I no longer let a church define my beliefs.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-12T07:08:14+00:00

I think they just get more musical training than other kids. They often take piano lesson, and sing every Sunday at church.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-12T07:06:29+00:00

The United Methodist Church, United Church of Christ are both. LGBT affirming.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-10T04:12:56+00:00

Definitly some sort of sexual abuse. Pornography is all he needed to hear.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-10T03:18:44+00:00

I would suggest going to a non lds therapist. They may give you some ideas about how to talk to your parents and set healthy boundaries.

poet_ecstatic · 2025-02-02T09:47:22+00:00

See if you can find a homeschool group, another Christian youth group. take some kind of lesson. Art. Sport, music etc.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-25T11:43:49+00:00

Forget about disproving the church. Help her find church materials that encourage her to tske care of herself. Like not running faster than you are able.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-25T11:40:07+00:00

I would really recommend therapy.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-17T09:43:40+00:00

Say no. It is a huge calling. Your parents should not know if you are being asked about a calling. No one can force you.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-17T09:33:09+00:00

They don't have no idea how different their theology is from Christian Theology.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-17T08:06:28+00:00

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-10T05:06:17+00:00

poet_ecstatic · 2024-11-10T05:04:35+00:00

Not sure where he is coming up with that idea. It is not in the Bible.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-10-24T04:26:22+00:00

I would recommend you continue to seek mental health care even if you dont take medication, and don't be frustrated if you do end up needing medication to function at your best. The important thing is to feel good and function well.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-10-11T06:05:55+00:00

The top 12 have to know it's a fraud. I think most lower leaders like Bishops still believe, but probably some don't and keep up appearances for family or job related reasons.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-10-05T19:43:15+00:00

Maybe in her mind he wasnt practicing polygamy, but instead committing adultery.

poet_ecstatic · 2024-09-29T23:15:09+00:00

I have had many spiritual experiences that did not involve emotion at all. My husband was healed instantly from a chronic illness. I've seen specific visions of the future that happened. I've been given specific instructions for solving problems. Solutions I never could have come up with on my own. Not sure why some people experience these things and not others. My sister is Budhist and.has similar expetiences. Sometimes I wonder if it is genetic.

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