Please point me to the right direction. Im lookin for a new faith, a new religion.?

In analyzing reasons for changing religions, it becomes apparent that the change does not at all mean a change in the individual’s understanding of God’s purposes and requirements. To change one’s religion for personal, social, political, romantic, business or other similar reasons really has nothing to do with one’s fundamental convictions concerning God and his truths. It is more like putting on a different garment that changes the external appearance, but does not change the mental, spiritual or moral fiber.

Jesus Christ showed us what to look for in a religion. He said: “God is a Spirit, and those worshiping him must worship with spirit and truth.” (John 4:24) When a person changes his religion for personal advantage and not because of an intelligent conviction based on a study of God’s Word, nor for the sake of His truths, then such change is not being made for the purpose of wanting to worship with “spirit and truth.”

It is not the mere formality of worship that God wants. First of all, he wants individuals to take in accurate knowledge of his Word. Note how the Bible expresses this thought: “For in loving-kindness I have taken delight, and not in sacrifice; and in the knowledge of God rather than in whole burnt offerings.” (Hos. 6:6) Added to this knowledge of God must be obedience to his will: “To obey is better than a sacrifice, to pay attention than the fat of rams . . . Since you have rejected the word of Jehovah, he accordingly rejects you.” (1 Sam. 15:22, 23) So even if a person strictly adhered to the precepts of a new religion, if his worship was not based on an accurate “knowledge of God” it would not be acceptable to God. What is acceptable is the taking in of knowledge of His Word and will and then obeying the requirements that God has outlined in that Word.

Thus, when a love and search for the knowledge of God’s truths are missing, when obedience to God from the heart is not the motive, then one who changes to another religion is not doing it to please God. It is not done in God’s interests, but only to please the individual.

See the need, then, for the same kind of examination and change that these Bible Christians demonstrated and that is being demonstrated by hundreds of thousands who seek true religion in our time. Get out of false religion, as the Bible commands: “Get out from among them, and separate yourselves.” (2 Cor. 6:17) And what if you need to change your religion but do not do so? It would mean identifying yourself with a religion that has passed under God’s adverse judgment and is reserved for destruction soon. As God’s Word warns concerning Babylon the Great, the world empire of false religion: “Get out of her, my people, if you do not want to share with her in her sins, and if you do not want to receive part of her plagues. For her sins have massed together clear up to heaven, and God has called her acts of injustice to mind . . . in one day her plagues will come, . . . and she will be completely burned with fire, because Jehovah God, who judged her, is strong.”—Rev. 18:4, 5, 8.

So search the Scriptures. Put your religion to the test. Abandon false religion for true religion. Yes, look for those who take the Bible seriously and live by it, all of it. Join them in true worship. If you do this, you will be doing God’s will, and “he that does the will of God remains forever.”—1 John 2:17.

I can see why you may be failing classes. It is as if you do not even make an attempt to understand things before they come out. I'm an atheist with no religion-means that I do not believe there is a god of any kind I do not believe in an afterlife of any kind, therefore reincarnation is totally out. But where do you come up with the notion that the earth is ending soon. This rock has quite a bit of juice left in her to give out yet. If you are referring to the Christian idea that "the end is near", then it seems I need to fill you in on a secret: Since about 2000 years ago every Christian group has advocated the end will be within their lifetime. Roughly 20-25 generations later we're still here. And the end is still far from the horizon. Evolution is fact. If it were not possible science would not support it as whole heartily as it does. The Theory of Evolution (called theory in the science term, as in Theory of Gravity...It really means fact) does not address how life originated. That is called ambiogenesis, but that is not what is at hand here. Man did NOT, repeat, NOT evolve from monkeys. This is a common misconception of Christians who do not wish to know what they are talking about. (ignorance is true bliss when it comes to Christianity) A long time ago, a few million years back, a creature existed. When this creature reproduced, certain traits that were favorable were more likely to survive and pass on those genes. Over a very long time these mutations become more and more different from the original creature. All animals came about in this way, coming into being from a more primitive version. If these creatures split off into different groups and move to new areas they are likely to evolve differently, creating different lines of evolution with a common ancestor, which is the case with humans and chimpanzees. (our closest living relative genetically) There is actually just as much evidence to support the polytheistic Hindu Gods as there is for your God: None. That is the truth, there is no evidence to even remotely "need" a god. By pointing out something that science cannot explain yet, does not mean there has to be a God to fill in the blank. It just means there is no answer yet. It will come with time. Christianity itself is more than likely a farce from the beginning. There is no evidence to suggest that Jesus EVER existed. The gospels were written a whole lifespan of time between Jesus' supposed death and their writings. That means the people who wrote the gospels could have not known him. Those Gospels being the only historical writing of his existence. Jews do not believe that there is no Christ. They believe that Jesus was not the one foretold in the prophecies. Therefore saying that Jesus was not the Christ I really hope you read this and it helps you

Religion is the practice of doing the same thing over and over in familiar patterns.

If you are seeking truth for yourself, meditate on that desire 5 minutes before you go to sleep each evening, and upon waking. Do this for a couple of weeks. Your mind has so much that your thoughts will help give you some hints.

Start reading and studying the different religions of the world. Meditate on the things that really move you. No one can make your Faith, you are given that in creation. Any religious practice that causes you to put your mind, body, finances, family, relationships into its Kaleidoscope to decide what is the best for you is cult-like.

God gave you a brain. Use it. Remember love is one of your greatest assets. Read philosophy, check out what those who have sought truth have found, then...your own salvation - with respect and thankfulness and forgiveness

Bless

I some time ago got out of organized religion and started a home church because of all the man made rules that men made for you to do to be in there church. Read your bible, Start to look at it simply don't make it hard. Remember this one thing when Jesus came did he go to the kings, higher ups in the religious system at the time no, he went to the command people on the street. Ask yourself this question were the people at that time smarter than we are today? No, but they understood what Jesus was saying so why do we have such a hard time understanding? Man has made it so difficult to understand. You are smarter than they want you to think you are. Read your bible, stop think about it, pray for understanding and it will come. Find people that really what to talk openly and ask questions. All things are open for questioning we learn by asking questions. Take it one step at a time don't push yourself to do too much at one time. If you have a problem understanding something get on line and ask the questions, just remember there are a lot of nuts out there that have false teachings. Pray for discernment and the holy spirit will help you.I have found a lot of truth and understanding by going back to our roots of our christian faith. Try Messianic Jewish sources very helpful in explaining what words mean and why we do some of the things we do. Good luck and God bless. Find out what this means it will help.

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Maybe you don't need a religion but more of a personal spirituality. Nothing wrong with that. Read up on as many religions, practices, and beliefs as you can, take what you want (that appeals to you) and leave the rest. Just be a good person. No need for the likes of organized religion running your life.

The religions and beliefs of Deism, Unitarian Universalism, Christian Universalism, Humanist, Creation Spirituality, Buddhism, Ba'hai, even Judiasm comes to mind with what you said.

You do not need a religion to make you happy and closer to God. What you need is to throw off the yoke of religion that was designed by man and which keeps people from living normal happy lives. All you must do is feel that God is always near you, not to reprimand you for making mistakes or doing the wrong things but to help you when you need Him. Look to God to help you make good decisions and to keep you honest and loving. You can do this without the bricks, mortar and spires of a church , synagogue or mosque or any of the ornamentation inside. I am certain that God looks at this with disdain.

Talk to Him when you feel the urge to communicate. He may not always hear you but keep trying and eventually your thoughts will manifest themselves. No church. No rules and regulations. No pageantry or confession to a man. Confess to God without all the trimmings. Try it. You'll be happy.

I don't know if you are Catholic or what, but if you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, you won't feel all the time like God is being critical. God loves you very much and he will give you peace. Jesus is the Prince of Peace and he brings peace to us (John 14:27). He is our peace. We can have the peace that passes understanding (Phil. 4:6-7). If you keep your eyes on the Lord you will have peace (Isa. 26:3). You get peace after you repent too and then you can get a good night's sleep and not worry. Or repent in the morning and have a good day. God bless you!

What a heartfelt question! You do not sound a nut case in any way; just someone who is genuinely searching for peace!

Ok, I am going to be honest and tell you that I am one of Jehovah's Witnesses and the reason for this choice was because everything that you have stated, they can provide, simply because they go by the bible- not what man thinks!

I have never met a religious group such as the one I am in that truly preaches what they teach!

Our Creator is not a distant one and certainly not revengeful.

Yes, we are all sinners, but He knows this and does not hold it against us; in fact, He is there for us all the way: 'remembering we are from dust'!

In another scripture, it says: 'who could stand, if our Creator was to look for faults'?

Your Creator wants you to find Him, so please, I really urge you to seek out our website: www.watchtower.org.

Please keep an open mind, for we are not what is commonly sated about us! Everything we do comes from God's Word, The Bible.

The best thing to do is to research many different religions and take bits and pieces from each of them that seem logical and right to you. NO one religion is completely right, they were all made by humans and are all imperfect in some way or another. But if you take bits and pieces from each of them you can choose the things that YOU think are right. Don't let a pastor tell you what is right and wrong. Let your conscience tell you that. I would suggest a non-denominational church, these are normally more laid back and joyful.

The true God is not hypercritical. Nor does he cause problems for people due to either their imperfections, or mistakes, or even outright rebelliousness! Notice what the following Scripture, & Bible-based articles, say about this:

"When under trial, let no one say: “I am being tried by God.” For with evil things God cannot be tried nor does he himself try anyone." --James 1:13 http://watchtower.org/bible/jas/chapter_001.htm?bk...

Is God Responsible for Our Problems?

- God Really Cares About You!

- How You Can Be Sure

http://watchtower.org/e/20040701/article_01.htm

What Is Your Life Worth? :

- Life--Precious or Cheap?

- How Precious Your Life Is!

http://watchtower.org/e/20050201/article_01.htm

Will God Overlook Our Weaknesses?

- Moses and David

- The Fight to Throw Off Sin

- God Expects Us to Fight Our Weaknesses

http://watchtower.org/e/20021108/article_01.htm

Does It Matter Which Religion You Choose?

- How Do Religions Get Started?

- Whom Do Religions Want to Please?

http://watchtower.org/e/20070301/article_01.htm

Religion--What Good Does It Do?

- Why Many Have Turned From Religion

- Religion Used for Evil Ends

http://watchtower.org/e/20060901/article_01.htm

Worship That Is Good for You

- Having a Purpose in Life

- - Becoming a Better Person

- - - Gaining True Hope for the Future

http://watchtower.org/e/20060901/article_02.htm

"Make sure of all things; hold fast to what is fine." --1Th 5:21

Ultimately it's your decision on where to head with your beliefs. I would suggest visiting several churches in your area if you can. Also take some time out to study the writings and teachings of the religions. Find one that matches what you already believe and what you may come to believe after studying.