Should I change religion or not?
By Jenaisle
@Jenaisle (14078)
Philippines
May 12, 2023 11:02pm CST
I know I am the only person who could decide in the end. But I want first to listen to your output my dear friends.
I am a Catholic, but I have not attended a mass for more than one year. A friend invited me to their church - Born Again. Hence, I am at a crossroads right now.
What are your thoughts on this? Thank you for any input.
Photo is mine.
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33 responses
@AmbiePam (84628)
• United States
13 May
I am a born again Christian. Is that what you mean when you say “Born Again”? I believe when we accept Christ as our Savior we are born again. We shake off our old ways, and sins, and look to the Lord for guidance. Reading the Bible is key, starting with the New Testament first, specifically the book of Acts. The only one I serve or pray to is God, who is the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
But like you said, it is your decision, and God only wants willing participants, as you know. Perhaps you can attend the church a few times to see if the message speaks to your heart.
I have nothing bad to say about Catholics at all though. They open their hearts to God as well. But you need to experience a few church services to decide if something as drastic as changing denominations is in order. Just make sure what they say matches what the Bible says.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
13 May
Yes, that's what I mean - Born Again Christians. Thanks for your valuable suggestions. I will try to attend their church and see for myself.
Now, I have to read the genuine original Bible, there are many versions. One can no longer determine which is the real one.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
13 May
@Treborika I don't know if they have the same Bible as the Catholics
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@Treborika (16954)
• Mombasa, Kenya
13 May
@Jenaisle You can use the NKJV one. This is the legit one
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@DaddyEvil (137251)
• United States
13 May
I'm not religious. I don't have an opinion. I think it only matters what is in your heart.
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@DaddyEvil (137251)
• United States
13 May
@Jenaisle You're welcome. Thanks. You, too.
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@marguicha (214281)
• Chile
13 May
If I asked myself that question, I´d only want an answer from my heart.
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@zainkhan121 (644)
• Pakistan
13 May
As Rakski suggested, it's important to follow your heart, but it's crucial to bear in mind that not all internal voices originate from the realm of positivity. The negative entities around us and inside us can also have an impact. However, God has bestowed us with the capability to distinguish between good and evil, and we have the authority to make the right decision for ourselves.
@m_audrey6788 (58487)
• Germany
13 May
Follow your heart because our creator will be more happy when you remember him with your heart
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@allknowing (130088)
• India
13 May
I am a Catholic but I am more spiritual than religious. I do not remember when it was the last time I attended Mass.
You have to make your own decision after trying to know the difference between the two.
This is what Pope Francis says
“It is not necessary to believe in God to be a good person. In a way, the traditional. Notion of God is outdated. One can be spiritual but not religious. It is not necessary to go to church and give money — for many, nature can be a church. Some of the best people in history do not believe in God, while some of the worst deeds were done in His name.”
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
13 May
OMG, Pope Francis nailed it, That's what I thought. But of course, I still firmly believe in God, Allah, Yahweh, or whatever people call the supernatural being.
This is how I describe myself: "spiritual but not religious. " I'm bothered because it may mean that I am remiss in my duties (not going to church).
Thanks for the valuable insight.
Have a wonderful weekend.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
14 May
@allknowing I feel the same way. Take care.
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@allknowing (130088)
• India
13 May
@Jenaisle I would rather spend time doing good than going to church (lol)
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@jeets03 (12114)
• India
13 May
@Jenaisle, This thought of changing a religion doesn't come simply or without a strong reason in our mind. I am sure you have a different reason other than not attending a mass.
Religion is an identity which we get from the birth , get it from our parents and their ancestors. This very sensitive matter and only you can take such decisions. The final decision will be yours.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
13 May
Yes, you're right. That may be the reason why it had become routine to me and no longer meaningful. I mean, the religious rites. like going to mass, etc. However, I express my belief in God by trying to do good to others and observing the Golden Rule, My belief in God is still steadfast, and I don't think a specific religion should be credited for that.
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@JimBo452020 (42639)
• United Kingdom
13 May
I am not the person to ask about this
I took a break from religion many years ago.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
13 May
@JimBo452020 No, Jim. They're not advocating any religion. They respect whatever religion their ARMYs have, That's one of the things I like about them. It's my daughter's.
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@JimBo452020 (42639)
• United Kingdom
13 May
@Jenaisle
Did this coincide with BTS entering your life?
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@Treborika (16954)
• Mombasa, Kenya
13 May
If I were you I would change the religion. If for the whole year yo had not been attending and no one from the church showed up to your refuge. It's the high time you make that very important change in your life.
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@Aquitaine24 (11651)
• San Jose, California
14 May
You shouldn’t have to convert to be welcome in their church.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
14 May
@Aquitaine24 That's good, There should not be any discrimination.
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@Aquitaine24 (11651)
• San Jose, California
14 May
@Jenaisle Methodist churches welcome many different people.
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@RebeccasFarm (84363)
• Wheat Ridge, Colorado
13 May
I believe I cannot tell you anything regarding this decision. It is purely personal.
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@Jenaisle (14078)
• Philippines
13 May
@RebeccasFarm I understand, No worries. Take care,
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@RebeccasFarm (84363)
• Wheat Ridge, Colorado
13 May
@Jenaisle Welcome, of course I am biased..I will never give up my Catholicism..it is ingrained in me.
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@TheHorse (203666)
• Walnut Creek, California
13 May
Why be born again if Jesus has been with you all along? Not going to Church is no big deal. The whole world is a church, I think. There's at least one New Testament chapter where Jesus says to worship in "closets" (probably a metaphor), not to be seen by other humans. It may be Matthew 6.
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@cacay1 (83270)
• Cagayan De Oro, Philippines
15 May
@Jenaisle imagine the changes yourself would force to do like throwing the images of Jesus and the Saints. Your family will be having a sudden faction. That was what had happen to my family having our eldest sister converted to born again. They feel they're the ones who can enter God's paradise. I attended one time in their church day and I've learned through their confessions that many were once sinners Two just got out from prison case murder, others marriage betrayal, robbery , fraud and more and they cried. It's so noisy. I was the only one strong in spirit who never cried. Why should I cry, I'm not a criminal nor did a. mortal sin. Their pastor convinced me to join and be one of their pastors, haha joker. My reply was NO.
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