Church

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How Can I Love the Church that Hurt Me?

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Seven days after I came into the world, my dad became the pastor of the church that I would grow up in. Unlike my siblings, I never knew a time when my Dad wasn’t a pastor.

Why Am I Disappointed in Ministry?

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I’ve always believed that hard work pays off. Sacrifices must be made—be it time, entertainment, or sleep—if results are to be expected. It is therefore no surprise to hear how many would stay up late to complete their assignments, edit their masterpieces, or study for an exam. I apply this attitude to both my studies and my involvement in Christian ministry.

Why Short-term Mission Trips May Not Always Be A Good Idea

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Have you been on a short-term mission trip before? If you haven’t, picture these three scenarios

Why Am I Getting Baptized?

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I was baptized some years ago by immersion—but not for the reason you might think. At the time, my fiancé and I were looking for a church to get married in.
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How A Preacher I Didn’t like Convicted me

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“But if not for the grace of God, I am finished!” said the speaker at my church one Sunday.

My Awful Baptism Story

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Holding a sunflower stalk, I waited at the foot of the stage. That day, my cell group member was getting baptized.

Experiencing Lent for the First Time

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This year marks the first time I’m actively participating in the season of Lent. Apart from it being an annual liturgical season, I originally had little idea what Lent was about.

Why I Struggled To be Real in Church

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Church is supposed to be the place we feel secure and accepted. But the reality is often different. Many of us struggle to be ourselves in the church because we fear being judged.

Should I Stay If My Church Doesn’t Satisfy Me?

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I belong to a small church which used to meet all of my preferences. But now, five years and many unforeseeable changes later, our numbers are dwindling.