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Ever been told to obey first and feel later? I grew up equating faith with performance, penance, and shame—and it kept me far from the church. Today we get honest about church hurt, the weight it puts on our hearts, and the quiet ways it can block a real relationship with Jesus. This is a story about moving from condemnation to conviction, from checking boxes to living in grace, and from isolation to a community that actually helps you heal.
We revisit a striking childhood memory of face-to-face confession and the pressure to produce the “right” sins, then contrast that with what Scripture shows: a God who seeks us, leaves the ninety-nine for the one, and calls us into a personal relationship. We explore repentance as a heart posture, not a transaction; the gentle, persistent work of the Holy Spirit in sanctification; and how inner transformation naturally reshapes habits—like my slow shift away from drinking—not from fear, but from desire to draw closer to God.
Along the way, we name the difference between legalism and love, offer practical first steps for those wary of returning to church, and share what a healthy, Bible-centered community looks like: honest, humble, and grounded in grace and truth. If past experiences have made you hide, there’s room to breathe here—and a seat at the table with your name on it. Subscribe, share this with someone who needs hope, and leave a review to help others find their way back to freedom.
Ready to explore church without shame? Check out Lakepointe Church Online. Join the live services on YouTube at 4:00 & 5:30pm CST every Saturday (I'll be greeting and praying with you in the comments at the 5:30 services most weeks! Come say hi!), and 9:30 & 11:00am CST every Sunday.
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Chapters
1. A Real Start And Today’s Focus (00:00:00)
2. Naming Church Hurt And Its Impact (00:01:59)
3. Community As Protection And Support (00:03:37)
4. A Mentor’s Question: Do You Know Jesus (00:05:37)
5. Confession, Shame, And Childhood Memories (00:07:59)
6. Penance Versus Repentance (00:11:27)
7. From Condemnation To Conviction (00:13:27)
8. Sanctification And Letting Go Of Drinking (00:15:42)
9. Scripture, Grace, And Falling Short (00:18:22)
10. Don’t Let People Block Your Faith (00:20:22)
11. Low-Pressure Steps Back To Church (00:22:32)
12. Finding A Real, Supportive Community (00:24:32)
13. Invitations, Resources, And Closing (00:26:32)
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