A young adult trying to find her place..

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A little background on me and where I am coming from, I am 23, I grew up in an Episcopal church but never really understood why I was there or the reason behind it. I was baptized as a baby there and was a part of youth ministry and other groups off and on until I moved to college 4 years ago. Since moving to college I really haven't been active in a church and my relationship with God has been really lacking. Now that I am a little older and wiser, I would like to find that relationship and accept God into my life. It's like something has clicked in my heart and I am starting to understand the meaning and impact that God has on my life. It's a little hard for me to explain so I am hoping you can interpret it in your own ways.

Growing up in the church that I did, I was never really comfortable and never did understand the messages and meanings behind the services. Now that I am older I am realizing more and more that I don't always agree with the beliefs and teachings of the Episcopal church. I have decided that would like to find a church that matches my beliefs and that I feel comfortable in.

Recently I have met someone who I truly believe that I might spend the rest of my life with. He grew up in a Southern Baptist church. Now, I know I shouldn't base my beliefs and religion off of my boyfriends. But from listening to him talk about how he grew up and what he believes, I have really come to conclusion that maybe the Baptist church would suit me. I have listened to a few of his dads sermons and I have related to them more than I ever did growing up. I've also attended service with his family and I just feel more comfortable. I understand them and they have made an impact in my life.

I guess what I am asking here is how do I begin moving into being a part of the Southern Baptist church. I know that I should really have this conversation with my boyfriend but at this point in our relationship, I am just not ready. I am a bit of a shy and quiet person and I don't always trust others with my feelings. I would like to gather some advice and knowledge, I want to figure this out in MY heart first.

So I guess what I am asking for is advice. Advice for a lost soul that is looking for the place I belong. I truly believe that the Baptist church may be that place. I

I thank you for any and all advice and help you can give me or a direction you can point me in.
 

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I'm glad that you've found a place where you feel you belong.

I grew up in a Southern Baptist church (even though I worship elsewhere now). Based on my experience, I'd recommend that a good way to move into being a part of a Southern Baptist church is simply to attend their worship and Sunday School. It sounds like you're already attending worship services. If you're not already doing so, go to Sunday School too -- it's an integral part of the church experience for most Southern Baptists, including adults.

Beyond that, you may want to read a book or two on distinctives of Baptist belief. Your pastor or your boyfriend may be able to recommend something. There's actually a lot of overlap between what Episcopalians believe and what Southern Baptists believe, but there are a few disagreements, and there some differences in emphasis.

If you join the Baptist church, they will probably want you to be baptized again. Baptists emphasize being baptized only when you're old enough to make the decision for yourself, so most Baptist churches don't recognize infant baptism as valid. Otherwise, it's mostly a matter of talking to the pastor, who files some membership paperwork.

Blessings to you in your journey.
 
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A little background on me and where I am coming from, I am 23, I grew up in an Episcopal church but never really understood why I was there or the reason behind it. I was baptized as a baby there and was a part of youth ministry and other groups off and on until I moved to college 4 years ago. Since moving to college I really haven't been active in a church and my relationship with God has been really lacking. Now that I am a little older and wiser, I would like to find that relationship and accept God into my life. It's like something has clicked in my heart and I am starting to understand the meaning and impact that God has on my life. It's a little hard for me to explain so I am hoping you can interpret it in your own ways.

Growing up in the church that I did, I was never really comfortable and never did understand the messages and meanings behind the services. Now that I am older I am realizing more and more that I don't always agree with the beliefs and teachings of the Episcopal church. I have decided that would like to find a church that matches my beliefs and that I feel comfortable in.

Recently I have met someone who I truly believe that I might spend the rest of my life with. He grew up in a Southern Baptist church. Now, I know I shouldn't base my beliefs and religion off of my boyfriends. But from listening to him talk about how he grew up and what he believes, I have really come to conclusion that maybe the Baptist church would suit me. I have listened to a few of his dads sermons and I have related to them more than I ever did growing up. I've also attended service with his family and I just feel more comfortable. I understand them and they have made an impact in my life.

I guess what I am asking here is how do I begin moving into being a part of the Southern Baptist church. I know that I should really have this conversation with my boyfriend but at this point in our relationship, I am just not ready. I am a bit of a shy and quiet person and I don't always trust others with my feelings. I would like to gather some advice and knowledge, I want to figure this out in MY heart first.

So I guess what I am asking for is advice. Advice for a lost soul that is looking for the place I belong. I truly believe that the Baptist church may be that place. I

I thank you for any and all advice and help you can give me or a direction you can point me in.


Hi, I'm totally here for you. Check out my site or email me anytime!

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Blessings!
 
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A little background on me and where I am coming from, I am 23, I grew up in an Episcopal church but never really understood why I was there or the reason behind it. I was baptized as a baby there and was a part of youth ministry and other groups off and on until I moved to college 4 years ago. Since moving to college I really haven't been active in a church and my relationship with God has been really lacking. Now that I am a little older and wiser, I would like to find that relationship and accept God into my life. It's like something has clicked in my heart and I am starting to understand the meaning and impact that God has on my life. It's a little hard for me to explain so I am hoping you can interpret it in your own ways.

Growing up in the church that I did, I was never really comfortable and never did understand the messages and meanings behind the services. Now that I am older I am realizing more and more that I don't always agree with the beliefs and teachings of the Episcopal church. I have decided that would like to find a church that matches my beliefs and that I feel comfortable in.

Recently I have met someone who I truly believe that I might spend the rest of my life with. He grew up in a Southern Baptist church. Now, I know I shouldn't base my beliefs and religion off of my boyfriends. But from listening to him talk about how he grew up and what he believes, I have really come to conclusion that maybe the Baptist church would suit me. I have listened to a few of his dads sermons and I have related to them more than I ever did growing up. I've also attended service with his family and I just feel more comfortable. I understand them and they have made an impact in my life.

I guess what I am asking here is how do I begin moving into being a part of the Southern Baptist church. I know that I should really have this conversation with my boyfriend but at this point in our relationship, I am just not ready. I am a bit of a shy and quiet person and I don't always trust others with my feelings. I would like to gather some advice and knowledge, I want to figure this out in MY heart first.

So I guess what I am asking for is advice. Advice for a lost soul that is looking for the place I belong. I truly believe that the Baptist church may be that place. I

I thank you for any and all advice and help you can give me or a direction you can point me in.

I like to help or guide you in your journey. Also, you may want to pray that God will lead you a person or group of people or even church that will guide you and help you physically, because that will really help a lot, but also, some have grown and knew the Lord through technology like email, forum, online mentoring, some called it discipleship. Pray that God will help you and lead you, since your desire is to really know Him and grow in your relationship with Him.

you send me email at mark_zionites@yahoo.com

May the Lord guide and lead you. Godbless you

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