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What is the right way to leave a church?
So How Do we Leave a Church?
- Leave intentionally. The Bible describes a body of believers deeply committed to Christ and to one another.
- Leave graciously. Whatever your reason for leaving, focus on the good that your church family and you shared.
- Leave with gratitude.
How do you deal with church pain?
4 Steps to Heal from Church Hurt
- Encourage yourself and others (1 Thessalonians 5:11; Hebrews 10:25)
- Give thanks and marvel at God’s wonders (Colossians 3:16)
- Grow in humble, honest self-awareness (James 4:8)
- Pray with other people (Acts 2:42)
- Grow in wisdom and knowledge of God (Ephesians 3:10)
How do you leave a church?
What are some reasons to leave a church?
If you are in a church that looks like the world, acts like the world, does not have sound doctrine, supports homosexuality and even has homosexuals working in the ministry, supports abortion, the prosperity gospel, etc. These are clear reasons to leave that church.
Should we judge others’ motives for leaving the church?
If you find it necessary to mention such things, avoid judging the hearts or motives of others (James 4:11). However, if you are leaving for non-doctrinal reasons (see above), avoid itemizing those matters and instead be as positive as possible, so you do not diminish others’ commitment to the church.
How do you tell someone you’re leaving the church?
Instead, take the time to let them know that you’re leaving, preferably through a personal conversation. If you are leaving because of serious concerns about the doctrinal direction of the church, it may be appropriate to share those concerns so that others can continue to pray and discuss them.
Why is it so hard to leave the Mormon Church?
Many of us have steeped in Mormon traditions and heritage, dating back generations, since birth. Which makes choosing to leave the church — regardless of the reason — difficult, complicated, and so incredibly painful.