i would also like more training in outside ministries (i.e.  resthomes, hospitals,drug & alcoholministries,) i have some direct experience of all of these including ensembles, praise & worship leading, working out of  a couple of churches in houston. but i am seeking formal training & a degree to be ready to serve the lord when & where ever the LORD would have me be. i am currenty back in my home town (kansas city, mo. ) but i am willing to travel. i feel that the LORD will lead me by HIS SPIRIT to the right place.GOD BLESS & thank you in advance JESUS .
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Dont waste your time. God does not exist.
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Totally something you have to pray about. God will give you the answer. I have a friend in the methodist church and with some of the things going on, he wanted to leave. He feels God wants him to stay and try to change things.\nSo...pray about it.
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MV I read your other question before you took it down.\nI have to say, I sympathise with you. I haven't yet found a church that really ministers to me either. my brother wants me to go in with him and start our own church, but it's really hard, you know?\nmy advice is, just serve God the best way you can, it's your salvation, no one else's. as for starting your own church, that's a bit harder.\nyou'd have to get one or two people who think alike, get together and make a cohesive doctrine, and just start having services. I know lots of churches, big churches, that started in somebody's barn. you can do it, if God is with you.\nhope you get everything you want.
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If you are Christian, and are serious about worship, it is a very nice place to study music! I have friends that have studied there, and they play very good. Also I really like their praise and worship DVDs, and Cd's, they are pretty cool...and they record one once a year, so if you like that stuff you can be involved if you like that.....But I believe it is more practical and ministry focused than anything else. For example, if you are interested more in receiving classical music studies, or jazz, or something like that, this school is not for you, this is more practical, more about basics, more praise and worship minded, but it is nice......and for ministry, provably one of the very best in the US.......
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I'd say that's a great idea. God gave you a talent to use. Don't hide it, use it. That's being a good steward with Gods property. You have a chance to help those in need. Go for it. Give God the credit, and He will bless your business and help it grow.
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I am not sure about this one... Talk to your pastor of the church you attend and find out from them ... Pray about it as well and see how God leads you.
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Yeah, you do sound like a perfect match here.. (I'm listening to your friends here too.. they're all Christians, they know you 2 guys.. we're a load of strangers out here and do not.) I am glad you are Christians and it'll pay off.. I hope you do not get a lot of rude-comments in here.. (people are like that.. you sound like a really nice girl, er woman.) I was thinking back when I was in h.s./then college.. Back then it was a big age difference to have a high school and college 'kid' hook up.. (too much difference..) Now I don't know(?) (Guess I am too old!.. lol.. 53/f) I think if you've got these same morals (you don't sound in any HUGe hurry here, that's good) you should pray on it, wait some more. Can you talk to your minister? (I know.. it's embarassing.. how about talking to the minister's wife? other women in the church?) You'd be surprised (if it's like MY church) how helpful they can be! (might put in a good word for ya even.. wink) IF this guy is looking (and he will be) for a good CHRIStian wife, don't worry, he'll go straight back to his favorite church (and guess what?! YOU'll be there!) good luck.. I'll be praying for you two.. peace out
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I would like to be pastor or something of the nature. I really love working with kids and doing Bible schools in the summer.
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I once went on a missions trip to Ukraine 2 years ago, and because we had friends there who were part of an organisation, they brought us around and we did things like meeting street children, eating with them, buying food for poor families, visiting elders whose children left them.... and much much more.  It was a most awesome experience, and these types of experiences really humble you and (at least for me) it made me think twice about how content I was. And although I thought that I would be changing others' lives by helping them, it was totally opposite and it was a life-changing experience for me. Let's just say that God works in wonderful ways!
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Yes! My church does this every year. It's such a great ministry. These kids have nothing compared to us. It's a wonderful opportunity to be involved in something like this.
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So, here's the thing.  I don't know you, and an answer here will probably not help solve your problems.  I'll give you my answer to your question, but then you have to go and find someone to talk to about all of this.\n\nWhat it sounds like you're asking is "WTF did I do to deserve all of these gifts, when so many people around me suffer?"\n\nI believe (and this is my answer...you need to find your own), that we were all created by God to live with God and with each other.  One of the miraculous things about God is that He created us, and instead of micromanaging our lives however he wanted to, He gave us free will.  He placed a little piece of himself within each of us, and that part of us longs to be with Him.\n\nThe short answer to your question is that you didn't do anything to deserve such a great life.  And you did everything.  From the time you were born, God wanted only the best for you, just as He wants only the best for me, and for every other person on this planet.  He gave each of us the opportunity to make our own decisions.  \n\nYou talk a lot about your own attitude, and that is something that you can change.  You can choose to be happy and excited about the new opportunities that await you in your new location.  You can also be sad about the friends and things that you are leaving.\n\nI can't answer why bad things happen to good people...I'm still trying to figure that one out myself.\n\nSeeing as you posted this in the Religion and Spirituality forum, I think that you're seeking something outside yourself, something bigger.  I would encourage you to find a church in your area and to have a conversation with the ministers there...I think that it might help you.
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Send him to a Word of Life Christian Youth Camp in Florida for one week.  He will renew his aspirations during that powerful time.  He will be given an opportunity to leave behind whatever is opressing him.\n\nhttp://www.wol.org/biblei
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you will know, ryan. trust me. and if you need to know more then you do...keep praying for more of a burden on your heart. i totally am proud of you for what you're going to do...your desire to do so. please get ahold of me via IM or email. i want to work with inner city kids in my life at some point. plus i always wanted to be with a preacher...so that's cool you want to be one. :)
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Doing your devotionals, reading the bible, attending church, being involved in youth group. All those things are great. They will help you grown in your faith, but that's what they do help you grow your  faith. The one question you need to ask yourself is "Have I come to a place in my spiritual life where I am sure I will go to heaven when my life is over here on earth? If you aren't sure you need to get right with God before any of the devotionals ... etc will help.  I am an old man and I don't think our communication would be a good idea.. I recommend a good talk with your youth pastor, ok....  Jim
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If you are a student or have a job working around lots of people, or if you have lots of friends in that area, I'd ask them.  Anytime I've needed to find out about going to church, word of mouth was the best incentive for me.  I would talk to people about whether or not they found the services to be moving or not, and then I would just go on their word.  I mean, they go there regularly, right?  I would hope they'd be able to make an informed judgement about something like that.  \n\nGood luck, in your search for church!  (Hey, that rhymed!)
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I am currently doing an outreach program and we are giving out clothing (and other items).\n\nThe program is called "Not Forgotten" because we want those in need to feel as though they are not forgotten in everyday life. We are gathering items together, obtaining names of those in need, organizing boxes of items for those we have contacted, and delivering them about 3-6 times a year. We are trying to let people know that they are cared about.\n\nAlong with a box of items, we will try to talk to the parents of the family or adults that we reach in the program. We want to let the adults know that they are not alone in their struggle for money and food for themselves or their families. Each family will receive a Bible and contact information for a church near them that is willing to pick them up or pray for them, etc. We will keep in contact with the family and deliver a new box of items whenever necessary. \n\nI think this is just about all I can think of about the program. If you have any specific questions, you can ask me anytime. \n\nYou could try and see if there's a program like this in your community, start your own, or donate to this one...Just let me know if you need any help!
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I've been in many 3rd world countries and have seen missionaries do great things.  I support the Southern Baptist Convention's International Mission Board, because they have an incredible ability to get the job done right with the least amount of money.  I've seen it time and time again first hand.