Wandering Christian

[3Squarehollow]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

 

[Magenta]

Welcome!

 

[HealthAndHappiness]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

You must be referring to the nasty, not compelling or smart so called bishop who is a radical left hard line Trump hater, who happens to be boring, uninspiring and not very good at her job.
Lol


I think those were the terms Trump used describing her (or whatever it/they identify as.)

 

[Bingo]

Thank you for your military service. Thank you for sharing your feelings.
A sinister movement has taken place within society that is baffling and disturbing.
Advanced technology has surely played a major role in disrupting what once was
considered a relatively sane society.

'I believe the mood of society and our country are greatly influenced by the news media
and a government system that has failed to uphold an oath in good faith to protect and serve the people.
Power and selfish greed in the wrong hands is an abomination. Government and/or the Christian arena.

Christianity has become a mockery of God, family, and country as once long ago was surely
a more stable society in general. But, I lived in the times of the '50s and '60s, and the change
being witnessed now is like being thrown into a 'Twilight Zone'.

'There are no sufficient words or explanations except what the Bible has with proficient words
put forth about the time would come to what is being witnessed.'

'Each are left to choose their own path. I believe many are in a state of delusional concepts.

 

[Adstar]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

No you are not alone..

Concentrate on being a Bible based Christian.. That way when you hear a doctrine that sets of alarms in your conscience you will be more able to dismiss it no matter what church or denomination you might be associated with..

Some people are church / denomination based christians and so spend their lives accepting anything that comes out of their pastors or favorite preachers mouth.. This is a very dangerous place to be as far as ones eternal relationship with God is concerned.. We need to be followers of The LORD Jesus not other men..

 

[keepingthingsreal]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

Welcome, Brad.

I am a bit confused by something you said. Although I agree with you that so-called "Christian leaders" have greatly deviated from the teachings of the Bible, I do not understand why their deviations have left you "feeling adrift in your beliefs" or "rudderless in steering your family." In other words, if you know that what they are teaching is false, then you must also recognize and know what is true, so why has the truth left you "adrift" and "rudderless?" Just walk in the truths which you know to be true, and teach the same to your family.

I do not know if you have ever heard this saying before or not, but it perfectly sums up our current situation (and many past situations too).

"Biblical Christianity is not popular. Popular Christianity is not biblical."

Btw, thank you for your service.

 

[Tall_Timbers]

Welcome 3Squarehollow! I'm retired from the Air Force but don't ask me to sing the Air Force song to prove it because I only ever lip synced the song without learning the lyrics. Fortunately I was never asked to do a solo rendition.

 

[TabinRivCA]

Hi 3Squarehollow, welcome to the fellowship and fun here at CC! I am blest to have 2 pastors who preach from the Bible lessons. That's why it's important to read/study God's word then the Holy Spirit will let us know if something is out of line. Thank you and Tall_Timbers for your service and God bless you and yours this wonderful new year and on✝✡!

 

[4LostSouls]

For the most part, I agree with your assessment of "CHURCH AMERICA" But there is another church that is not visible but invisible! That church take scripture seriously and the teachings of that church call believers to "walk as Jesus walked"! Jesus lives as our example! He had to show the established church leaders that all they had were rules to live by! They did not have a relationship with the Father. I know of a church where there is a calling to do exactly what God calls them to do. That church has gone round the world to the "least of these" types of places. Prayed for the healing power ministry and for evangelism ministry! There is no more than 40 of them but the presence of God is on them and they speak a message of righteousness and truth. This is one part of the last day church that will come out when God calls on those who are "sons of God". Then "a nation will be born in a day" and God will be seen on this earth as never before!
Praise Yahuah!!

 

[JB66]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.
Im a USAF veteran, 84-91. My heart has been broken by our country the last 10 years roughly. I hope we are on the mend. Yes, been feeling very lost lately

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

 

[JB66]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

 

[JB66]

Im a USAF veteran, 84-91. My heart has been broken by our country the last 10 years roughly. I hope we are on the mend. Yes, been feeling very lost lately

 

[Gideon300]

Im a USAF veteran, 84-91. My heart has been broken by our country the last 10 years roughly. I hope we are on the mend. Yes, been feeling very lost lately

Welcome. Don't let the world get you down. It does us no good at all. I'm English by birth. Think you have problems in America? The UK has been taken over by Muslims. The land of the Wesleys, Spurgeon, Taylor, Whitefield, and many others is now the land of Muhammad. The Qu'ran has replaced God's word, churches converted to mosques and Sharia law is taking over. Christians are being harassed while Muslim crimes are not even investigated.

We have our hope in Jesus, not in the world. Let's be part of the answer. Otherwise, we may become part of the problem.

 

[Gideon300]

Greetings,

My name is Brad. I'm 44 years old from the United States. I am Christian in spirit, soul, and body. I am a United States Air Force Veteran who served in the Middle East shortly after the events of 9/11. I am married to my wife of 24 years this July. I am a father to a daughter, and a grandfather to one grandchild. I have witnessed the very worst of humanity, and the very best.

I currently feel adrift in my beliefs. Rudderless in steering my family as the head of my household towards Him. I want to know if I'm alone. I feel the current Christian leaders of each protestant denomination has deviated from the teachings of the Bible in pursuit of appeasing current-day societal norms. Evident both visually and verbally during the diatribe of the Inaugural Prayer Service. It is my fear, as a Christian in 2025, we as servants to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ are far removed, by our conformity, to the teachings of the Bible, which I believe IS God's word. Protestant church leaders have taken liberty to interpret the "meaning" of what is written, which by very definition is "to have authority over". Nobody has authority over God. I understand society has evolved technologically since the creation of the Written Word, but we have conversely devolved spiritually.

I just want to know if I'm alone in my sentiments?

Not at all. Christianity has devolved to a "Christianism", a form of godliness but shallow and empty. I rarely hear anything about God's kingdom. the Lordship of Christ or the meaning of the cross. It's become a sales pitch to draw in unbelievers and turn them into make believers. Not all, of course, are as pathetic. But way too many have allowed the world to change the church instead the church changing the world.

 

[3Squarehollow]

Welcome, Brad.

I am a bit confused by something you said. Although I agree with you that so-called "Christian leaders" have greatly deviated from the teachings of the Bible, I do not understand why their deviations have left you "feeling adrift in your beliefs" or "rudderless in steering your family." In other words, if you know that what they are teaching is false, then you must also recognize and know what is true, so why has the truth left you "adrift" and "rudderless?" Just walk in the truths which you know to be true, and teach the same to your family.

I do not know if you have ever heard this saying before or not, but it perfectly sums up our current situation (and many past situations too).

"Biblical Christianity is not popular. Popular Christianity is not biblical."

Btw, thank you for your service.

You are correct, I should have worded it "Feeling adrift with my beliefs". I am aware that as a human I am fallible. Two things can be true at the same time. I'm firm in my beliefs yes, but I also have an earthly desire to have those beliefs somewhat align with a coalescent as a form of reassurance that I am on the right spiritual course.

 

[andy700700]

Hebrews 2:1
New International Version
2 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away.

John 3:16
New International Version
16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

John 14:6
New International Version
6 Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

Acts 2:38-41
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38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”

Ephesians 4:32
New International Version
32 Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.

Matthew 28:19
New International Version
19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

Matthew 12:25
New International Version
25 Jesus knew their thoughts and said to them, “Every kingdom divided against itself will be ruined, and every city or household divided against itself will not stand.

Proverbs 4
New International Version
Listen, my sons, to a father’s instruction;
pay attention and gain understanding.
2 I give you sound learning,
so do not forsake my teaching.
3 For I too was a son to my father,
still tender, and cherished by my mother.
4 Then he taught me, and he said to me,
“Take hold of my words with all your heart;
keep my commands, and you will live.
5 Get wisdom, get understanding;
do not forget my words or turn away from them.
6 Do not forsake wisdom, and she will protect you;
love her, and she will watch over you.
7 The beginning of wisdom is this: Get[a] wisdom.
Though it cost all you have,[b] get understanding.
8 Cherish her, and she will exalt you;
embrace her, and she will honor you.
9 She will give you a garland to grace your head
and present you with a glorious crown.”
10 Listen, my son, accept what I say,
and the years of your life will be many.
11 I instruct you in the way of wisdom
and lead you along straight paths.
12 When you walk, your steps will not be hampered;
when you run, you will not stumble.
13 Hold on to instruction, do not let it go;
guard it well, for it is your life.
14 Do not set foot on the path of the wicked
or walk in the way of evildoers.
15 Avoid it, do not travel on it;
turn from it and go on your way.
16 For they cannot rest until they do evil;
they are robbed of sleep till they make someone stumble.
17 They eat the bread of wickedness
and drink the wine of violence.
18 The path of the righteous is like the morning sun,
shining ever brighter till the full light of day.
19 But the way of the wicked is like deep darkness;
they do not know what makes them stumble.
20 My son, pay attention to what I say;
turn your ear to my words.
21 Do not let them out of your sight,
keep them within your heart;
22 for they are life to those who find them
and health to one’s whole body.
23 Above all else, guard your heart,
for everything you do flows from it.
24 Keep your mouth free of perversity;
keep corrupt talk far from your lips.
25 Let your eyes look straight ahead;
fix your gaze directly before you.
26 Give careful thought to the[c] paths for your feet
and be steadfast in all your ways.
27 Do not turn to the right or the left;
keep your foot from evil.