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re: Do you ever wake up on Sundays and not want to go to Church?

Posted on 4/30/23 at 9:58 am to
Posted by JiminyCricket
Member since Jun 2017
3563 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 9:58 am to
I understand that feeling. Honestly, I enjoy attending church in large part due to the community aspect. I have some phenomenal relationships in the church that have really helped shape my life.


As far as the money gripe goes, I’ve always been confused by the annoyance of that. People are perfectly fine with consuming from the church but get so touchy when the church asks for funding. I know quite a few conservative people who bash folks who take welfare on the basis of “they just feel entitled and have no problem letting others foot the bill” but do the same thing when it comes to church. You’re fine with the lights and AC staying on. You’re fine with the various resources the church offers. You’re fine with your kids having a safe and secure space on Sundays. You’re fine with the messages being filmed and broadcasted so you can consume them online at your convenience.



But folks don’t wanna give a dime to pay for any of that. It’s interesting. I understand the black eyes the church has gotten by televangelists asking for private jet money but if you feel like your church leadership is irresponsible with money, I’d go to a different church.
This post was edited on 4/30/23 at 10:00 am
Posted by thejuiceisloose
UNO Fan
Member since Nov 2018
4177 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:01 am to
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But folks don’t wanna give a dime to pay for any of that. It’s interesting.


I would understand this but the church doesn't sell any tangible products, I don't know what they expect.
Posted by Bryno1960
Off River Road
Member since Aug 2013
2504 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:01 am to
If I don’t go in person, I watch online.
Posted by Tony The Tiger
The Woodlands, TX
Member since Sep 2003
2593 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:03 am to
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I would understand this but the church doesn't sell any tangible products, I don't know what they expect.



Well they do have payroll, building maintenance, retirement funds, utilities, outreach, mission trips etc. All of which require funds.
This post was edited on 4/30/23 at 10:04 am
Posted by JiminyCricket
Member since Jun 2017
3563 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:03 am to
No doubt.



And I didn’t mean it to come across as fussing at the OP, just something that has been on my mind at times. It’s not like the church can sell stock to fund keeping the lights on. If no one gives, you can’t sit home and watch online.
Posted by OysterPoBoy
City of St. George
Member since Jul 2013
35166 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:05 am to
Jesus didn’t go to church.
Posted by JiminyCricket
Member since Jun 2017
3563 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:08 am to
Jesus actually spent a good bit of time in the synagogue. Now he also preached outside of a formal building often, but he preached in the synagogue as well.
This post was edited on 4/30/23 at 10:09 am
Posted by Champagne
Already Conquered USA.
Member since Oct 2007
48382 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:09 am to
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Can’t Catholics go on Saturday afternoon to ‘get it over with’ so they don’t have to waste their Sunday?


In the "Bible Days" the folks considered Sunday to begin on Saturday evening, rather than at midnight, like today.

So, Saturday evening Mass is the same as Sunday Mass, because, well, it IS Sunday.

And, yes, of course - if a baw has been going to church every Sunday for his entire life, after a few decades, he might get tired of it.
This post was edited on 4/30/23 at 10:11 am
Posted by Willie Stroker
Member since Sep 2008
12898 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:33 am to
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I never miss a chance to praise Him.

Do you think He really needs this? Or is there something psychologically beneficial for you to praise the Creator?
Posted by Jimbojambojumbo
Member since Mar 2022
236 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:40 am to
Pretty much since I discovered Mid South Wrestling on WBRZ back in 1984.

Then my lack of desire just kept on…
Posted by Willie Stroker
Member since Sep 2008
12898 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:43 am to
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Jesus had no problem dying for you.

Have you ever questioned this? Doesn’t the statement invite a little scrutiny?

What’s the cause and effect relationship, and couldn’t a loving God come up with a more loving solution?

Seems a bit muzzy.
Posted by OK Roughneck
The Sooner State
Member since Aug 2021
9360 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:45 am to
I don't go as much as I should or need too. Missing today because I have cattle in calving pens now calving and I see feet sticking out of one. Plan on going more once calving season is over.
Posted by Havoc
Member since Nov 2015
28404 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:45 am to
I grew up that way. Every single Sunday. Maybe missed 5-10 times my entire childhood. Don’t go near as much now. It’s hard to get back into it.
Posted by VermilionTiger
Member since Dec 2012
37586 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:46 am to
Every week and I don’t go
Posted by Dixie2023
Member since Mar 2023
1476 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 10:53 am to
Well, I think the Bible tells us to praise God.

Hebrews 13:15-16. Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise — the fruit of lips that openly profess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.”

I don’t think he “needs” praise. But we should praise Him.
Posted by Tony The Tiger
The Woodlands, TX
Member since Sep 2003
2593 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 11:01 am to
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Jesus didn’t go to church.



Jesus was a practicing Jew.
Posted by PaperPaintball92
Fly Navy
Member since Aug 2010
5297 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 11:04 am to
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Did you really pull the "I'm spiritual, but not religious" trope that every 19 year old pulls?


Yes. Try going to a church for years only to find out your pastor fricks other dudes in public restrooms at a brec park. Oh, and your pastor is married to a woman and has three children.
Posted by Cracker
in a box
Member since Nov 2009
17713 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 11:05 am to
Like all of them
Posted by Displaced
Member since Dec 2011
32713 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 11:18 am to
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Worship band for 3-4 songs
Connect / beg for money
Cute little video about how someone found god
30 minute preach from the pastor

so you go to one of those Six Flags over Jesus churches...
Posted by soccerfüt
Location: A Series of Tubes
Member since May 2013
65701 posts
Posted on 4/30/23 at 11:22 am to
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Celebrating the same mass the same way as the Saints and others have for the last 1800 years is cohesive.
Calling BS on this.

Their first season was 1967, Cuozzo.
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