Not wanting to attend Church?

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Nov 05, 2008 1:56 pm

OOOPS!! Guess I should read all the posts before I post, huh!!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Nov 05, 2008 2:43 pm

i've not had the urge not to go to church, but it did frighten me to the extent that our church is very large and there's a long way to walk thru the halls to get to the sanctuary. and if i had to park any distance from the door, i felt like i couldn't do it because i would feel dizzy as soon as i got out of my car. our church has twelve pastors (for different areas of expertise) and my husband is one of them. the church has provided parking spaces near the back door for the pastors' wives. so fortunately i've been able to get from the car to the door with only a few deep breaths to be sure i don't keel over! then in the hallways i would hug the walls till i got to the door of the sanctuary and then try to sit as close to the door as possible so i wouldn't have to hold on to too many pews before getting to a seat. one sunday, i sat and waited for a car that had its flashers on in one of those spaces figuring that the person was going to leave. so i made myself 20 minutes late going in in order to have that close space.

but it's ALWAYS worth the effort because the service helps me to realize i can continue on in the battle.

my biggest problem is that when someone stops me to talk, i feel like i have to have something to lean on to keep from falling over. and if they ask me how i'm feeling, well just talking about it makes me feel like i'm rocking and reeling even more! a couple times the person i talked to said, "here, let me walk you to your car." i don't like the special attention, but it was nice that they offered and got me safely to my car.

but, if we can be perfectly candid about our spiritual beliefs, i believe Satan doesn't want us to go to church so he will cause sunday mornings to be a real hassle so he can discourage us from going and I also believe that God will reward us for our faithfulness in putting forth the effort!

So, keep up the good work and don't let Satan defeat you!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Nov 10, 2008 5:43 am

I had avoided attending church at different times over the past years. 9 years ago I took a part-time position as Parish Coordinator, it has basically forced me to go to church regularly. My husband plays music and my kids are involved in activities regularly. It has helped me with my Anxiety, even before I understood what was happening to me. I encourage you to get involved. Volunteer to do something that will get you there and then just keep going. A faith community is such a wonderful, helpful tool in dealing with anxiety and depression.

R.T.E. · Post by **R.T.E.** » Mon Nov 10, 2008 6:07 am

Hey leadavis59

I understand your religeon and beliefs are very important to you and it seems like you are very determined with the program as well. Going to church is part of your beliefs as well and I can respect that. You said something about Satan possibly using this anxiety to tear you away from Christ. You know how much Christ means to you and the feelings you get knowning you are connected and loved, I don't think you'd even allow for Satan to do this. You must also know that Christ is with you always and not just when you go to church.

Go with your heart. Christ doesn't want you to suffer, he wants you to be happy and sometimes that might mean taking a sunday off of church. There is a section in this program on shoulds and I think you'll get more insight about this struggle when you're on that lesson.

Mike

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Nov 10, 2008 12:31 pm

NinjaFrodo is right. Don't let anybody SHOULD all over you. Do what you like. Like what you do. As long as it's moral, ethical, and such, go for it. It's harder for me b/c I'm 19 and pretty far from being established. Plus my family consists of pretty hardcore Christians. I didn't attend church for at least 3 Sundays in a row and my dad was enraged. This is THEE most toughest decision ever...but that's life.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Nov 11, 2008 1:12 pm

Hello to All this is my first day on the post just signed up and am waiting for the package, but to my astonishment we are all going through the same thing. I do not want to sound spooky but last night I was so depressed I cried to God and told him I need his help as Ihave been fighting with depression before I even knew what it was. I am a Christian Too, my license plate is WORSHP and I have a JESUS Tag on the front, I love God so-o-o- much, but guess what? I have been to church 3 times in the last year when I use to go every Sunday and was actively involved. Depression is a negative spirit, but it is a spirit. Satan does not want us to go to church, I have said many days I am going to church I put it on my yahoo calendar to {Worship" regardless but wake up depressed and never go. We a;; are onto something that we can break. Just keep the faith and "Worship...regardless", you always ;eave fee;ing up;ifted something Satan does not want. I hope this helps some one.

We know he comes to steal kill and destroy and what does he want to steal kill and destroy............YOUR JOY ! DON'T LET HIM !

rose_thorn98 · Post by **rose_thorn98** » Tue Nov 11, 2008 4:44 pm

Ali
Make a post it note. put it on your mirror in the bathroom.. where you see it everyday... and put this verse on it.

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" And say that verse continually.

Regardless how you feel on Sunday,, drag yourself out of bed,, get dressed,, and keep saying that verse to yourself,, and GO regardless how you feel..... Nelly:)

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Nov 15, 2008 1:17 pm

Nothing will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:39.
I haven't been to church in a long, long time but am closer to God and Jesus. I do enjoy Joyce Meyer on the internet everyday living show.
I observe sabbath from Fr. sunset to Sat. sunset. All at home with singing, worship and study, along with my wife and this is a day of real rejuvenation. We also watch a program on Rood Awakining Minestries called Awaken in the word. What a delight. I like it this way, and there is nothing wrong with it. Walk in the light where ever you go and be a good witness by your walk.