Need some guidance

[Ametamorphosis]

I am currently a cathlic, although I have not for a very long time been involved in church and have lost faith especially within the cathlic religion. I have been drawn toward becoming a christian and really need some advise. I'm pretty much clueless as to where to begin. I could really use some guidance. Thanx

[ephraimanesti]

I am currently a cathlic, although I have not for a very long time been involved in church and have lost faith especially within the cathlic religion. I have been drawn toward becoming a christian and really need some advise. I'm pretty much clueless as to where to begin. I could really use some guidance. Thanx

MY SISTER,

Where did you get the idea that Catholics aren't Christians?

A BOND-SLAVE OF CHRIST,
ephraim

[snoochface]

I think maybe she means that while she was raised Catholic, she has never given herself to Christ and been a Christian. That can be the case no matter the denomination a person was raised in.

[snoochface]

As for where to start, I think the best place to start is with asking God to guide you toward him. Pray for him to give you understanding and draw you to him.

Have you read the gospels? John and Matthew especially are really good for understanding what Jesus is all about. Biblegateway.com has many Bible versions available online where you can read those gospels. I prefer the NIV version because it is easy to understand but still a good translation, but there are several other versions available as well.

Do you feel separated form God? Do you want to be closer to him? Ask him to forgive you for your sins, and you'll be on your way :)

[sunflower2007]

A great place to start would be to read the Bible and ask God to speak to you. Spend time with Him worshipping Him and He will lead you in the way that you should go. Also, spend time studying the Bible.

Hope this helps :)

[jawsmetroid]

Romans 3:23
Romans 6:23

Romans 5:1

Ephesians 2:8-10

James 2:14-26

1 John 1:9

An active faith in Christ Jesus, admitting that you do wrong (confession), and repentance (turning from your sins) are all part of a commitment to Christ.

But they go generally in that order- I wouldn't expect anyone to repent before they have faith, or confess after they've repented. Salvation isn't an event, but a process. And to me, Christianity is not a religion but a relationship with God the Father through His Son Jesus Christ, based off of what They teach in the Bible.

[savedbygracebre]

There is nothing wrong with being a christian and having the catholic religeon. I, too am Catholic-but after reading and studying the Word on a daily basis, God has revealed many truths to me on how i should live my life for Him. Religeon is a man-made tradition. Faith and grace come from God. The best thing to do is to read the advice on these forums and follow it. Read the bible, ask God to reveal His Son to you, and then you can decide for yourself what would be best for you.

[Ametamorphosis]

That for all your help