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Maryyy2

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Hey! I grew up in a very strict and sheltered environment where my dad believed girls needed rules, chores, discipline, and to be taught to listen and obey. If we did something wrong, he believed we needed to be spanked. I was homeschooled, attended church twice a week, and regularly participated in Bible studies. Because of how I was raised, I sometimes feel like I'm very different from the rest of the world and am still trying to understand how to fit into a society with values and experiences that are so different from what I grew up knowing so basically long story short happy to be here
 
Hey! I grew up in a very strict and sheltered environment where my dad believed girls needed rules, chores, discipline, and to be taught to listen and obey. If we did something wrong, he believed we needed to be spanked. I was homeschooled, attended church twice a week, and regularly participated in Bible studies. Because of how I was raised, I sometimes feel like I'm very different from the rest of the world and am still trying to understand how to fit into a society with values and experiences that are so different from what I grew up knowing so basically long story short happy to be here
Welcome. Nothing wrong with being different from the world. Don't try to fit in. The world is God's enemy. You don't want to be like the world. I know some parents are extreme, but that's better than being irresponsible and throwing their children to the wolves. Pray for wisdom. We can't escape being in the world, but we do not need to let the world be in us.
 
Hey! I grew up in a very strict and sheltered environment where my dad believed girls needed rules, chores, discipline, and to be taught to listen and obey. If we did something wrong, he believed we needed to be spanked. I was homeschooled, attended church twice a week, and regularly participated in Bible studies. Because of how I was raised, I sometimes feel like I'm very different from the rest of the world and am still trying to understand how to fit into a society with values and experiences that are so different from what I grew up knowing so basically long story short happy to be here
Welcome Maryyy2 to Christian Chat. May the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. I hope you make some Christian friends and enjoy the discussion forums.

(KJV Revelation 22:14) "Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city."
 
Welcome. Nothing wrong with being different from the world. Don't try to fit in. The world is God's enemy. You don't want to be like the world. I know some parents are extreme, but that's better than being irresponsible and throwing their children to the wolves. Pray for wisdom. We can't escape being in the world, but we do not need to let the world be in us.
I can definitely relate to that. 💕 Growing upsheltered can make the world feel so different, but it also gives you a unique perspective. I’m glad you found your way here! 🥰
 
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Welcome, Maryyy2! Sounds like your dad did a pretty good job raising you. If you're a Christ Follower, you'll never be a good fit in this world, and that's a good thing in this fallen world.
I appreciate the welcome. I’m grateful for the foundation my parents gave me, while also recognizing that I have a lot to learn about people and perspectives different from my own. 😊
 
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Welcome Maryyy2 to Christian Chat. May the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. I hope you make some Christian friends and enjoy the discussion forums.

(KJV Revelation 22:14) "Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city."
Thank you. ☺️