Been going for 8 weeks and sermons have been ok but started to not like the gospel message. To be saved you need to repent of your sins and make Jesus Lord of your life....Ok but repent means to change your mind...period. Change your mind about what is the question. Jesus said if you dont believe who I am you will die in your sins. Change your mind about who Jesus is. "Not by works..." Jesus paid the price, "It is finished." ...Jesus said on the cross. You only have to believe to be saved. Sanctification, How you live, is between you and Jesus. How we live is just a reflection on our maturity. Make Jesus Lord of your life? That is lordship salvation. That Not in the Bible.
Also went to church there on October 8th day after Israel was attacked by HAMAS and not a word from any of the pastors. I listened to the sermon on the 22nd and again they said nothing and the news was far worse the atrocities. I think they believe in Replacement theology... the Church has replaced Israel. All the promises God gave to Israel in the OT are now given to the Church because the Jews rejected Jesus. I believe this theology is anti semitic. I did send a letter asking them what did they believe about Israel...Heard nothing. This ignoring Israel was the last...
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I was refused entry at First Baptist Church of Sevierville, TN because of my medical service dog, despite the animal being properly identified and trained in accordance with federal ADA law.
I came expecting a place of worship that reflects Christ’s compassion and inclusivity, but was instead met with resistance and exclusion. A church, of all places, should understand what it means to welcome those in need, especially when the need involves a legitimate medical accommodation.
I’m sharing this experience not out of spite, but in hopes that this church will educate its staff and volunteers about federal disability laws and the spirit of grace they’re meant to embody. No one should be turned away from worship because of a...
Read moreI am new to the area and was looking for a church family to become a part of. I begin to watch online and TV sermons to help lead me in the direction to go. On a Sunday I watched a sermon that I related to, the pastors experience with depression which I have been dealing with. Being unable to attend services due to my schedule at a new job I reached out to the church to ask about possible counseling or other times I may somehow become involved with the church family. I was transferred to Mr. Clarks voice mail, this was weeks ago and no one ever reached back out to me. If you are experiencing signs of depression and hopelessness there are churches near you that are willing to help, God will provide you...
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