@fillefoux I certainly recommend attending church and giving the Holy Spirit the opportunity to work (He may well be doing so already!)
God's love is never-ending! He can give you a new heart and mind. There are growing pains to it, but also tremendous joy and relief.
@NateInTheBox@DrFrankTurek Being born with a malformation, I get u.
Nature's corruption is still a matter of our sin (Gen 3:17b). That runs deeper than we know. Hence, God's will can be confusing. I try to trust His perception of the larger good. That what He permits is necisarry in ways I can't see yet.
@synodofdork Yeah, when I heard this argument, it made a lot of sense to me. A portion of my church upbringing was Pentecostal (Church of God) & I never spoke in tongues. This made things a bit awkward sometimes, like there was something wrong with me. Now I see more clearly, not at all.
@LeeStrobel Similarly, the why he loves me paradox
The Lord: I love you.
Me: Why?
The Lord: I don't need a reason. I love you.
Me. .........uh.......eh.....(dial up sounds)
@TheFreelyAshley Speaking as a lifelong church goer, I'm glad to hear you had a good first experience & pray that the Holy Spirit fills you with the joys and truth that comes with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Don't let the darkness get to you! We're all sinners taking medicine from a loving God.