Ep 29 - Which Comes First: Denomination or Discipleship?

Send us Fan MailSend us a textThe journey to finding your spiritual home as a new Christian can feel overwhelming. With countless denominations, traditions, and communities to choose from, where do you even begin? In this heartfelt conversation, we tackle the question: should new believers research different denominations before choosing which to join?We share our personal experiences navigating church communities and denominations, revealing how focusing first on developing a genuine relationship with God provides the foundation for all other spiritual decisions. Drawing from our diverse backgrounds—with families spanning Catholic, Moravian, Church of England, and Seventh-day Adventist traditions—we discuss how inherited faith doesn't always align with personal convictions as your understanding of scripture deepens.The spiritual discernment that comes from prayer and Bible study often leads believers to unexpected places. Both of us share stories of feeling uncomfortable in certain church environments despite trying to make them work, and how the Holy Spirit guided us to communities where Biblical truth resonated. We emphasize that church attendance alone doesn't constitute a meaningful faith journey—intentional prayer and scripture reading must form the cornerstone of spiritual growth.For those struggling with church hurt or feeling unable to find a denomination that aligns with their understanding of scripture, we offer practical encouragement. Whether you're meeting in home groups, engaging with online communities, or serving through alternative ministries, remember that God looks at your heart rather than your church membership card. Your salvation and relationship with God remain deeply personal, regardless of which building you attend on weekends.Have you struggled to find your place within Christianity? We'd love to hear your experience navigating denominations and discovering where you belong in your faith journey. Remember, the harvest is plentiful but the laborers are few—perhaps your calling extends beyond traditional church walls!Support the showThank you for ListeningTo ask us a question email us @ [email protected] the show🎙️ Enjoying the podcast?Support the mission and help us keep these real, unfiltered conversations going:👉https://ko-fi.com/unfilteredchristianpodcast Got a question or topic you want us to dive into? 📩 [email protected]’s grow together in truth 🤍 Cece & Shay The Unfiltered Christian Podcast