Prayer Request- Getting thrown out of my church

[Dave Darling]

Hi everyone, if you wouldn't mind say a quick prayer for me. I am right on the brink of getting thrown out of my church, Life Center. They have a downstairs area with tables and chairs with TVs set up for people to watch the service. I went down there last week and the leadership at the church became so upset they said they were going to file a complaint for trespassing and I was not allowed to be there, I am not sure what exactly that is. I was back at Life Center this morning and the security team confronted me when I came in the door and said that if I ever left the sanctuary for any reason whatsoever they were going to ask me to leave. Then at the end of the service I was sitting there in the sanctuary with many other people and security confronted me again and wanted to know why I had not left, I told them I needed to talk to the pastor. I felt that security was watching me the whole time I was there. It may be that I am not welcome there anymore, while all this was happening I started having thoughts that I needed to start going somewhere else, it is possible it was God's leading. I love Life Center and I know alot of good people there and I would be very upset if I was not welcome. I know God can smooth this over and fix things, It is possible that in time this will blow over and maybe they will allow me to come if I don't attract too much attention. Please say a quick prayer that God fixes things and that they will not throw me out of the church! Thank you!

 

[Dave Darling]

Also there were several times during worship at Life Center when I went over to a random person and started praying for them, one of the pastors came over and told me not to do that any more, they were upset about that too. Since then I did do it again a few times, I think they are upset about that too, I will not do it ever again.

 

[emily93]

definitely praying for this. I hope you are able to stay at your current church

also, I know how it is not to feel welcome.

I recently got kicked out of a christian group because I had certain health problems- I mean okay. what ever.

 

[Leaf473]

Also there were several times during worship at Life Center when I went over to a random person and started praying for them, one of the pastors came over and told me not to do that any more, they were upset about that too. Since then I did do it again a few times, I think they are upset about that too, I will not do it ever again.

Praying

PS It seems on the surface like a very strange situation. Have you talked about this on another thread somewhere? I wouldn't expect you to talk about it here. You're also always welcome to PM me

 

[JPPT1974]

Lord watch over Dave and help him to find a church that will accept him and that will be opened to him and opening their doors as well as help the church that he has been having trouble with soften their hearts as only you can in thy name and will amen.

 

[William J]

I pray that God would grant you wisdom in handling this situation. I pray that God would soften the hearts of the people at your church who seem to object to your presence there. I also pray that if you need to find another church, God would point you to where He wants you to go.

 

[GodJesusAndChocolate]

Praying for you. [Hugs]

 

[Diamond7]

be that I am not welcome there anymore

Don't know why you would want to go there. They do not sound very friendly.

 

[biblelesson]

Hi everyone, if you wouldn't mind say a quick prayer for me. I am right on the brink of getting thrown out of my church, Life Center. They have a downstairs area with tables and chairs with TVs set up for people to watch the service. I went down there last week and the leadership at the church became so upset they said they were going to file a complaint for trespassing and I was not allowed to be there, I am not sure what exactly that is. I was back at Life Center this morning and the security team confronted me when I came in the door and said that if I ever left the sanctuary for any reason whatsoever they were going to ask me to leave. Then at the end of the service I was sitting there in the sanctuary with many other people and security confronted me again and wanted to know why I had not left, I told them I needed to talk to the pastor. I felt that security was watching me the whole time I was there. It may be that I am not welcome there anymore, while all this was happening I started having thoughts that I needed to start going somewhere else, it is possible it was God's leading. I love Life Center and I know alot of good people there and I would be very upset if I was not welcome. I know God can smooth this over and fix things, It is possible that in time this will blow over and maybe they will allow me to come if I don't attract too much attention. Please say a quick prayer that God fixes things and that they will not throw me out of the church! Thank you!

You are dealing with religious abuse. There should not be security in church confronting you like that! If people you say you are close to in your church are not upset about how you are being treated, they are not people to pray with.

Your church is practicing abuse, control, cliques, hate, and other evil practices. Yes, Gods is calling you out. Pay attention.

I’m sure you have noticed how your church has operated throughout the time you have been a member, and maybe you just ignored the warning signs. Nonetheless, think about it. Does God want us to worship in a place that does not show love. Who are these ministers (false ministers - wolves in sheep clothing)?

If what you shared is true, this is sick behavior and in violation to the gospel.

Who are your so called friends there? Are they upset how you are treated, or have they joined in the negative discussion about you? Have they confronted the church for you? If not, they do not care about your salvation.

This is the very reason those under Jim Jones died: Control, abuse, cliques.

This will not blow over. God opposes this. He warns us and tells us to leave these kinds of churches. So why would you want to be in a church like this, that is seeking to tear down your spirit. Do you want to seek God, or man?

God moves his children from under evil preachers.

 

[biblelesson]

Also there were several times during worship at Life Center when I went over to a random person and started praying for them, one of the pastors came over and told me not to do that any more, they were upset about that too. Since then I did do it again a few times, I think they are upset about that too, I will not do it ever again.

Did the person ask you for prayer? Do you know this random person? If not, why are you doing that?

It’s nothing wrong with praying for people if they ask for prayer. But, to just do this at a whim can be uncomfortable for some people.

Are you causing your own problems?

I pray for God to lead you and find a place you feel comfortable to worship at!

 

[Pioneer3mm]

To: Dave
I agree with the post/comment #10.
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I was at the conference (Life Center)..years ago.
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More of His guidance & discernment to you..

 

[Light of the East]

Hi everyone, if you wouldn't mind say a quick prayer for me. I am right on the brink of getting thrown out of my church, Life Center. They have a downstairs area with tables and chairs with TVs set up for people to watch the service. I went down there last week and the leadership at the church became so upset they said they were going to file a complaint for trespassing and I was not allowed to be there, I am not sure what exactly that is. I was back at Life Center this morning and the security team confronted me when I came in the door and said that if I ever left the sanctuary for any reason whatsoever they were going to ask me to leave. Then at the end of the service I was sitting there in the sanctuary with many other people and security confronted me again and wanted to know why I had not left, I told them I needed to talk to the pastor. I felt that security was watching me the whole time I was there. It may be that I am not welcome there anymore, while all this was happening I started having thoughts that I needed to start going somewhere else, it is possible it was God's leading. I love Life Center and I know alot of good people there and I would be very upset if I was not welcome. I know God can smooth this over and fix things, It is possible that in time this will blow over and maybe they will allow me to come if I don't attract too much attention. Please say a quick prayer that God fixes things and that they will not throw me out of the church! Thank you!

Excuse me???? WHY would you want to be part of an abusive group of people like that????

LEAVE!!!

NOW!!!

Shake the dust off your feet and don't look back!!!

(I say this as someone who, when I was young and didn't know better, was abused by a "Christian Bible Study" group for four years).

GET THE HECK OUT!!!!

 

[joeLightening]

Also there were several times during worship at Life Center when I went over to a random person and started praying for them, one of the pastors came over and told me not to do that any more, they were upset about that too. Since then I did do it again a few times, I think they are upset about that too, I will not do it ever again.

Why are they treating you like this? Surely you must know what is behind it.