http://disqus.com/by/mks4875/enMon, 10 Aug 2009 20:57:46 -0000http://www.themattscott.com/2009/06/03/why-i-dont-go-to-church/#comment-14607780<p>Thanks for the blog. I've been reading some of your entries. The question of church is a hard one. My family and I used to live in Atlanta, and we found a wonderful church there (Collins Memorial United Methodist on Bolton Road). It was a tiny, dying church, but the minister and the people who worship there were the kindest, most loving and giving Christians I've ever encountered. No light shows, no graphics, but honest love of neighbor, concern for people who need food or friendship or kindness. I love that church. We moved to a new city, and we haven't found a new church that gives me that same sense of purpose and compassion and God's love for his creation. I've fallen into some terrible sins - not as a result of not finding a church; it's my own fault entirely, but I do think that a community, a place of being accepted where I am and not condemned would help. I think everyone needs some of that, and some accountability when we're just plain wrong, as I am in my life right now. There's no great point here, and I can't offer any advice, but I wish you well and thank you for sharing your thoughts. I hope you find a community in which you can keep seeking God's love. I hope that for me too. </p>mks4875Mon, 10 Aug 2009 20:57:46 -0000