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[browneyes3939]

I'm so bitter. at certain congregations. I'm so sick and tired of legalistic churches that run like clockwork and, oh by the way, the Holy Spirit really isn't on the schedule. The songs are rehearsed meticulously and don't allow room for anything but cheesy songs that don't make an impact. The message is in readers digest form. Short and sweet.

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[pastorbarry]

there is more than meets the eye. God is infinitely boundless, and if He is limited on the earth (i.e., why aren't we intimately hearing His voice? why aren't we sensing His manifest presence? why aren't we seeing the supernatural flow and power of His Spirit in signs and wonders?), it's our fault. I, for one, try to (not perfectly, understand) keep the lid off and let the overflow happen.

i share your heart. God is doing something in you - elevating your desire for more of Him - giving you eyes to see things in His perspective. By the fact that you are frustrated and you know there's more is the first sign that God is moving in your heart - the Holy Spirit is stirring that in you and for it you can be grateful. Just be careful to take your frustrations to Him and pray for change - first in you and then around you.

[oh_my_kiersten]

"How am I supposed to tell people that Christ is worth it when it's almost impossible to see?"
Yes.
Also, if I had to describe myself with one word I would say, "bitter". I really hate being vulnerable because it's more comforting to be the one who has it together enough to do the praying for others. But Melissa, I can't pray for myself right now. And I'm a bitter Christian. And I still see Christ in you so could you please pray for me or help me or something? I don't feel good at all. Maybe you could give me a call if you get the chance. I don't want to be a burden though.
Oh and also, I love you!

[browneyes3939]

you're right barry. I can't judge other peoples' hearts AND if I'm constantly critical of their attitudes then I am not acting lovingly and it will only make things worse. I also, though, feel as if- ok you know the verse paraphrased as: fix ourselves before we work on others- or whatever...well sometimes I feel like fixing myself is never happening you know? so I cant very well make a positive impact on others. However! there is hope in the truth that God is God and as long as I pursue a relationship with him he will teach me how to love others