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Social Problem..

Elenakiara

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I always wanted to have many friends. Well, I have around 7-8 friends who I have known for a long time and our friendships are strong so far. I could not ask for more.
But the problem here is that none of them are christian. Sure, one is but barely. I am not thinking of stopping my friendships because of that.

I just always wanted to also have christian friends. My mom suggested for me to go out some more to clubs at a church. I would, but I just can't convince myself to go. I don't feel nervous or shy, but I just don't interact or talk with ease with others.

So it's confusing me. I want to be more social but just feel I can't. With christians and non-christians alike, I feel like I don't belong with them.
Any advice on what should I do?
 

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keep trying. you can go places and let it happen naturally. at your age i'd bet alot of gals feel this way. keep your non-christain friends, unless it is causing you to stumble into sinful things. sounds like part of becomming a young lady to me. some of it's awkward. but it's cool to start deciding who you are and what you are like. *dee takes pom-poms* Gooooooo... haha :hug:
 
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