Looking for some encouragement

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EmbraceInspiration

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I was raised a christian, and was actively involved in a church up until my mid-teens. Although I never stopped believing, somewhere along the way my path in life changed, and I stopped actively following God.

For the past few years I have been struggling with the desire to return to God, although I haven't had the courage yet to do it. Then today, after at least 6 or 7 years, I went to my home church's Sunday service at my grandmothers request. I will admit that it was a little uncomfortable for me after all these years, but ever since I went this morning I haven't been able to get it off my mind.

I feel ready to go back to christianity, but with no christian friends or many family members that follow God, it's a very new, almost scary thing.

I've never been one for chat lines, but I feel as if God has led me here today. If anyone has any advice or encouraging words for me, I would greatly appreciate it!
 
PopClick

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Awesome! I'm glad you joined the site.

I do know that God wants you back... please don't be afraid or feel uncomfortable to return to Him. He came running to greet the prodigal son, and He will certainly do the same for you. I believe that the fact that you can't get the church service off your mind, is God drawing you to Himself. He missed you... as hard as that is for us humans to imagine.

I hope you find much fellowship and encouragement on this site. God bless you! ~ PopClick
 
AsifinPassing

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God's right there, with you. He always has been, and always will be.

Though we turn away...though our love fails.....God remains, always, stead-fast in love, in ever-presence, in all things.

He's waiting...patiently, lovingly, for you to come back to Him.

You don't have to worry or be afraid. Just give everything to Jesus, and cry out to Him.

You'll have all you've ever needed, and it's only the beginning.

Sounds good, doesn't it?! Why wait? He'll be your strength, your wisdom, your courage, your hope. Just grab a hold! ^_^
 
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EmbraceInspiration

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Thanks to you both! I really appreciate your help. Honestly as someone who has struggles with anxiety, the hardest part for me is going to be actually getting involved with the church again, especially not really knowing anyone. I'm really hoping I can overcome that hurdle and gain the courage to go back again next week!
 
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Praying for you, my dear young sister-in-Christ! More later.
 
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