Do some homework. We put a lot of information on our website. Read through the statements about our church’s doctrine and philosophy. Listen to our sermons. Check out our calendar. Find out whatever you can.
Come for ten Sundays in a row. Though a visiting a new church for several weeks in a row may sound crazy at first, a single visit for one morning service on a given Sunday will never give you a full picture of who we are as a church. It takes time to meet the people, see what we emphasize, and know how you can serve.
Look for the basics and don’t get caught up in externals. It is nice if a church has programs for you or your children, but these externals should not drive your decision in choosing a church. More important questions should be asked. Does this church clearly teach and preach the Scriptures? Does the church attempt to foster genuine Christian fellowship among its members? Are disciples being made? What does this church believe a Christian should be?
Get to know the people. Arrive a few minutes before and stay a few minutes after the services. Meet our pastor, and get to know anyone and everyone you can.
Realize there is no perfect church. Every church is made up of sinners who are growing in their faith. There will be occasional situations that call for patience and love. Though no church is perfect, the key for any church is to realize its own imperfections and make progress every way it can.
Pray. Choosing a church is a big decision. It involves how you will learn God’s Word, how you will serve others, and who will be your spiritual family. Ask God to help you make this choice.
Come for ten Sundays in a row. Though a visiting a new church for several weeks in a row may sound crazy at first, a single visit for one morning service on a given Sunday will never give you a full picture of who we are as a church. It takes time to meet the people, see what we emphasize, and know how you can serve.
Look for the basics and don’t get caught up in externals. It is nice if a church has programs for you or your children, but these externals should not drive your decision in choosing a church. More important questions should be asked. Does this church clearly teach and preach the Scriptures? Does the church attempt to foster genuine Christian fellowship among its members? Are disciples being made? What does this church believe a Christian should be?
Get to know the people. Arrive a few minutes before and stay a few minutes after the services. Meet our pastor, and get to know anyone and everyone you can.
Realize there is no perfect church. Every church is made up of sinners who are growing in their faith. There will be occasional situations that call for patience and love. Though no church is perfect, the key for any church is to realize its own imperfections and make progress every way it can.
Pray. Choosing a church is a big decision. It involves how you will learn God’s Word, how you will serve others, and who will be your spiritual family. Ask God to help you make this choice.
