I hear more and more people tell me that they are "spiritual" but just don't want to or feel the need to join a church or religious organization.
Without getting in too much trouble, I agree. It's tough to talk about reasons for being a part of something when we're unfocused and unsure about the necessity for such involvement.
I'm a joiner, I'll admit it. But even in the church, I'm not sure if joining is necessary. Too often it feels forced. We recently had someone come to our church asking for help with rent. Without getting into the details, the request we necessary and legit. She said she hadn't received any support from other churches because, "Each place she asked said they only helped people who were members of their congregation."
Wow.
I can't think of any worse reason for someone to have to join a church.
Is this what happens in most places? Are we still stuck in the "bread for Jesus" mentality of the mid 1800's?
What do you think? Why have you or have you not joined a faith community?
We're back on at Short's on Thursday nights at 7:00 pm. We're meeting on the couches in front of the stage in the overflow room. Hope to see you there,
Andrew and Corey
