Should I go to church [premium cope]?

[ImSuperSerial]

Sup MISC, been a while.

Should I go to church as a form of meditation/reflection? I like the atmosphere in a church and preferably some top tier classical music as well.

Any church brahs here? Enlighten us almighty.

[Nonsense916]

I thought about it but I can barely stay still and constantly on my phone

But ya you should go

[ThisIsMyAlias]

Good way to meet people, some of them may be a bit wacky but overall a much better caliber of person than you'll find most places. Strong filter for the rainbow hairs, I don't see many negatives especially since you already like the vibe.

[MadBabby]

Depends if you can stay off your phone. You're not getting any benefits of meditation/mind wandering/mindfulness if you're checking your phone at least once an hour every day.

[ImSuperSerial]

Depends if you can stay off your phone. You're not getting any benefits of meditation/mind wandering/mindfulness if you're checking your phone at least once an hour every day.

I have professional lay down and rot experience (SO LD&R Crew), I’ll just leave my phone at home.

[FAPhaggot]

Went to an evangelical Christian dating group back in 2019. There's no fukking meditation or reflection. It's some former insurance salesman in jeans reading Gospel off a Powerpoint deck with Christian rock every half hour. Very much an entertainment product these days.

The guys-to-sloots ratio was great though. I've thought about going back to one in California, but kind of hesitate to cause a lot of those lifetime fundies were able to sniff me out as a fake.

[ChunkBuster]

I could think of many better things to do.

Not tempted by an actual hobby?

[ImSuperSerial]

Good way to meet people, some of them may be a bit wacky but overall a much better caliber of person than you'll find most places. Strong filter for the rainbow hairs, I don't see many negatives especially since you already like the vibe.

I wonder if I would actually find people around 20-30 at the local church, could always try a church in Amsterdam but honestly, been spending quite some time in Amsterdam lately. Might be good to catch a break of Dam before I have to go there regularly again.

[jtaylor2010]

Church experience is largely dictated by the pastor. Find a church with a good pastor and it’s definitely worth an hour or two of your week.

[ImSuperSerial]

I could think of many better things to do.

Not tempted by an actual hobby?

Suggestions for hobbies? Rn I read, gym, walk and run. Might pick up Padel soon, not sure yet.
I’d also like to learn how to ride a horse (SRS).

[ImSuperSerial]

Church experience is largely dictated by the pastor. Find a church with a good pastor and it’s definitely worth an hour or two of your week.

What to look for in a good pastor?

[helpmee]

Just don't go to a liberal one
Church itself is probably not a negative thing even if you do not believe
And if you go to other events with the Church you probably will meet a better class of people morally
Even if you do not believe

[XcelerateNYC]

First things first OP. Here's the bible way to heaven.

https://youtu.be/Sj3TvlcVUzo

Then yes. Find a bible believing church and receive blessings from the Lord. You have absolutely nothing to lose.

Me and my family were going to a church but it has not been a good fit for us. The Pastor is kind of suspect so we're trying a different one this Sunday. Good luck bro.

What to look for in a good pastor?

Someone who isnt afraid of preaching the whole counsel of God. It'll be extremely rare to find and you have to look. The guy in the YouTube link above is absolutely based but hes in Arizona.

[ImSuperSerial]

First things first OP. Here's the bible way to heaven.

https://youtu.be/Sj3TvlcVUzo

Then yes. Find a bible believing church and receive blessings from the Lord. You have absolutely nothing to lose.

Me and my family were going to a church but it has not been a good fit for us. The Pastor is kind of suspect so we're trying a different one this Sunday. Good luck bro.



Someone who isnt afraid of preaching the whole counsel of God. It'll be extremely rare to find and you have to look. The guy in the YouTube link above is absolutely based but hes in Arizona.

I just glanced at your thread, I do like the Catholic Church just because of the history and aura surrounding it. What are the MAIN differences between the Catholic or Christian church?
Thank you.

[ImSuperSerial]

Just don't go to a liberal one
Church itself is probably not a negative thing even if you do not believe
And if you go to other events with the Church you probably will meet a better class of people morally
Even if you do not believe

I would be going for peace of mind and calmth. Anything else is a bonus or part of the journey.

[XcelerateNYC]

I just glanced at your thread, I do like the Catholic Church just because of the history and aura surrounding it. What are the MAIN differences between the Catholic or Christian church?
Thank you.

Well Christianity is based on the bible, right? The catholic religion does not follow what the bible says and it's doctrines. Christian churches, the real ones (and there are few), use the bible as their final authority. They may not be as fancy as catholic churches but God doesn't care about money or gold or precious stones. He cares about YOU and what's best for you.

God says not to have idols, Catholics completely ignore this.

God says you are not good enough on your own to make it to heaven and your own works will not save you, no matter how good you think you are. Catholics rely on their own works for salvation.

There are many other things. I've written them in detail in that thread. But forgot about all that, watch the 7 minute vid I posted and see what the bible actually says about salvation. You can seal your place into heaven without ever setting foot in a church. It's a gift.

Good luck.

[FAPhaggot]

I just glanced at your thread, I do like the Catholic Church just because of the history and aura surrounding it. What are the MAIN differences between the Catholic or Christian church?
Thank you.

White vs Mexican.

[ChunkBuster]

Suggestions for hobbies? Rn I read, gym, walk and run. Might pick up Padel soon, not sure yet.
I’d also like to learn how to ride a horse (SRS).

If you are looking to meet people then try some beginner courses. Language, tennis, whatever.

If you don’t mind solo then as you suggested.

[dingler]

I would be going for peace of mind and calmth. Anything else is a bonus or part of the journey.

I'm LDS, church can be great it just depends what you want to achieve by going. If you do go just remember you're there for your own reasons, everyone else is doing their own thing too.

Church can be a great way to socialize and can provide you with a peaceful environment for self reflection.

[Paul Kreul]

Well Christianity is based on the bible, right? The catholic religion does not follow what the bible says and it's doctrines. Christian churches, the real ones (and there are few), use the bible as their final authority. They may not be as fancy as catholic churches but God doesn't care about money or gold or precious stones. He cares about YOU and what's best for you.

God says not to have idols, Catholics completely ignore this.

God says you are not good enough on your own to make it to heaven and your own works will not save you, no matter how good you think you are. Catholics rely on their own works for salvation.

There are many other things. I've written them in detail in that thread. But forgot about all that, watch the 7 minute vid I posted and see what the bible actually says about salvation. You can seal your place into heaven without ever setting foot in a church. It's a gift.

Good luck.

truth.
OP, honestly wanting to meet new people and have an outlet for reflection is a good thing, but open up the Bible first and start with the Gospel of John. As you read it, don't just read it straight through, but speak and pray to God for understanding if something is confusing to you..then pray for The Lord to direct you to the right church, that He put people in your life that guide you. Yes I know this all sounds strange, but I promise you, you'll be amazed at what takes place in your life.

God has a plan for your life, seek Him, and watch Him work

[MadBabby]

I have professional lay down and rot experience (SO LD&R Crew), I’ll just leave my phone at home.

Damn brah, try reading "Stolen Focus".

Rotters are typically ADD AF and I think that's heavily exacerbated by social media and technology... always darting around app to app, coom to coom, hobby to hobby.

Suggestions for hobbies? Rn I read, gym, walk and run. Might pick up Padel soon, not sure yet.
I’d also like to learn how to ride a horse (SRS).

It's easier to stick to hobbies when there's accountability involved. Team sports, getting a driven martial arts training partner, dancing partners.