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Love this so much!

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Mar 5, 2023Liked by Marcia Ramirez

I have truly believed, since my children were old enough to decide, that forcing them to “go to Church” with me, was all wrong. Giving them the seeds from the beginning, gave them enough information about God, so they could choose for themselves. My oldest continued to go, my youngest chose not to. All 3 of us have discovered that “belonging” to a church was not necessary. We belong to the big Church, God’s Church, which is found everywhere and anywhere. We can follow Him, wherever we are. We can talk to Him wherever we are. We can read the Bible wherever we are. We can sing His praises wherever we are. I do occasionally watch livestreams of services. I’m listening to one, as we speak. I enjoy singing the hymns with them and praying with them, but don’t always listen to the sermon. It depends on the topic. I read the Bible, I pray daily and more. I sing hymns, I praise Him regularly. It does not take a structured building to live and praise our Lord. I chose not to have a group of people tell me when, what and how to study and continue to learn about Jesus. I’m right there with you! My daughter-in-law spent months visiting different denominations, so she could choose where she belonged and she has chosen where she belongs. We should all learn from her. It’s our choice, no one else’s. Thank you for sharing!!!

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Mar 5, 2023Liked by Marcia Ramirez

Thank you for taking the time and having the courage to share your thoughts. This brought to mind something I heard Brene Brown say recently, she being inspired by Maya Angelou. She said that the opposite of belonging is fitting in. It sounds like you’ve found out how to belong to yourself and are giving others permission and encouragement to do the same. Thank you again for your timely message to the world!

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