How do you know when to leave a church?

I think your desire for growth is a good sign. Unfortunately, much of the "church" world doesn't foster healthy growth. Rather than looking for another church, you might start looking for new ways to serve the Lord that don't take place within the four walls of a church building. Expand your horizons a bit. Maybe you can do that while still at your present church; maybe it will open new doors. In any event, it sounds like you're just going to have to take the bull by the horns and follow where He leads.

Hi I’m new here, not really sure which forum this should have been posted in so sorry if it’s wrong.
The question is pretty simple, how do I know when it’s time to leave a church and find a new one? It’s something that’s been on my mind lately, something I’ve been praying about. I don’t want to go outside the will of God, and I don’t know if this is God pushing me somewhere else or an attack and distraction from the enemy. Thanks for any replies

Acts 10:43~ All the prophets testify about Him that everyone who believes in Him receives forgiveness of sins through His name.

True, and still Jesus also gives this command:

Mark 16,16: He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned.

The ones who "believeth on Jesus", will then also let themselves be baptized in the church of God - will they not?

When they include the occultic "rock stars", sport heroes and politicians in their preaching dialogue.

One church I attended was literally preaching Bona as authoritative. Another......Madonna. Incredible but true.

I beat a hasty retreat, and the one preaching Madonna I happened to see the senior pastor in the parking lot and
voiced my urgent and valid concerns and told him in effect "goodby forever and happy landings".

There are three views that I heard taught on this verse.

1. There is the baptismal regeneration view that says that obedience to water baptism is a requirement for Salvation. Believing on Jesus is not enough and faith in the baptism must be included.

2. There is the view expressed in this short video that water baptism should accompany salvation, but it is not a requirement for it to occur.
2 Minutes on Mark 16

3. Then there is the case for Spirit baptism which occurs at the time of faith in Christ. The unbeliever trusts Christ as Savior and the Holy Spirit baptises them at that point.
The last thing Jesus said to His disciples before ascending to His heavenly throne was,

"5For John truly baptized with water; but ye shall be baptized with the Holy Ghost not many days hence. "
Acts 1

Can you prove these statements with citations from the Bible?
Just to take the first one - I know of places in the Bible that says you should go get baptized. Where does the Bible tell about Salvation outside of the baptism?

Hi I’m new here, not really sure which forum this should have been posted in so sorry if it’s wrong.
The question is pretty simple, how do I know when it’s time to leave a church and find a new one? It’s something that’s been on my mind lately, something I’ve been praying about. I don’t want to go outside the will of God, and I don’t know if this is God pushing me somewhere else or an attack and distraction from the enemy. Thanks for any replies

Brother hmoon, I would talk to the Pastor and address concerns you may have with either the members or the teaching. IF!!! the pastor looks to strike fear of any kind towards you for thinking about leaving then get out! A pastor should address concerns with either yourself in relation to his flock or look to do something to let you know you are loved and valued in his church.

BUT!! before you do this what are you doing in the church to help others? You sure have gifts you can use; you see brother church is not always about receiving from another, it is about what and how you can give to others who have needs in your church. What I mean by this is to let Holy Spirit work through you to encourage another who may have need of it as just one example.

To me brother it's like looking for a new job while still working in your present job, and if you find a better job which address the concerns to help the family then you would speak with your wife to see what she thinks as well. Just something to consider brother, I never tell what another should do, because I do not know you!! LOL

But whatever you decide NEVER to wonder if you made a mistake or not!! Here is an example in the bible (Acts 15:36-41) now later on Paul took Mark back with him in (2 Tim 4:11) and notice he did not regret or was sorry for what he first had done!! Nor should you be brother! Blessing in Jesus to you!

how do I know when it’s time to leave a church and find a new one?

If the Church is doing something that contradicts Holy Scripture

Yes exactly right

I believe your first point here is the right one (that water baptism is needed), and my proof is here.

1.) If you find out that the doctrine of the church, (Denomination) teaches ..."water washes away your sin". (Water baptism is required for Salvation)

2.) If you find out the the Pastor or Church (Denomination) teaches that you can ""Lose your Salvation""

3.) If you ask the Pastor, or leadership.....>"Is the Cross of Christ" the Gospel.? And they say......"No" or "well, sort of", or "its a part of it"., or "not exactly" or "Well, its the beginning"

4.) If you find out that your Pastor or Church or Denomination does not believe that Hell exists,

5.) If you find out that your Church or Pastor, believes that 'Everyone will eventually be saved and go to heaven"

6.) If you find out that your Pastor or Church teaches that "God chooses some to be saved and chooses others not to be saved ..(Pre-destined elect lie).

Start there. and if any of those are your Pastor's belief, or your Church"s Teaching, then get out and find an actual congregation that understands the Cross of Christ... as The Grace of God as "The Gift of Salvation"....., as those 6 do not.

Okay so update, decided to leave and told the leadership last week. But now I feel sick about it, do you think that’s a sign I’ve made the wrong choice?

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