How to Join a Christian Church

Last Updated: November 11, 2022

So you're a new Christian, or you just moved to a new town? Are you looking for a church? Chances are you have passed quite a few churches but which one is the right one for you? This article will help you choose.

Steps

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Pray. Before you go off and join a church, pray about it to God. Ask God to help you with your quest. Ask Him to lead you to a church that you can grow in.^{[1]
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Go online. Look up churches in your local area to find a list of churches.^{[2]
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Research source} Most churches have websites that will tell you almost everything you will need to know such as their fundamental beliefs, which is a crucial thing:
1. If the church does not endorse one of your fundamental beliefs, then it may not be the church for you
2. Always remember that it's the fundamental beliefs that matter. Do not look for a church that "conforms" to all your beliefs.
3. You might find that the suitable church for you is a few more miles away. Remember that it might, and usually is, worth the extra drive.
4. Look for information about the Bible studies or classes the churches are giving if there are any.
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Short-list the most likely candidates, and sort them by their distance from your place of residence\work.
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Start visiting the short-listed churches.
1. Pray before you visit and ask God to open your heart and mind.
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If you really like the church, find out how to join. Many churches have an altar call, in which they will ask for those who need a church home to come forward. At that time, you should proceed to the altar or designated area. Once everyone comes forward, someone will likely escort you to an area where they will explain the next step. They may require you to take a course before you join. Don’t worry. They won’t ask you to sacrifice anything. They just want you to make sure you know everything about them as a church.
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Before you make any decisions pray about it and decide how much you will be tithing to the church. In the bible God asks us to tithe. It may mean that you will just tithe 10% but there’s no verse that says you can’t give more.^{[3]
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After you join, get involved. If you have kids get them involved in the Youth Group. There will be other parents there that you can get to know and before you know it, you and your kids will make friends who will help your spiritual walk with the Lord.^{[4]
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Community Q&A

Question

I am Muslim. Can I change my religion?

Community Answer

Of course you can! If you're interested in becoming a Christian, then you should follow the steps in this article to find your new religious home.
Question

What questions will I be asked during the joining ceremony?

Community Answer

At my church, we're asked if we believe that we're sinners, if we believe that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, and rose on the third day, and then we are asked to promise to help the church in its ministries.
Question

How can I tell my atheist parents that I want to join a church?

Community Answer

Just tell them. Most atheists were at one point part of a church for at least some of their lives. Along with this, most don't have anything against religion, but just realize it's not for them. I'm sure that they will be open and supportive about you joining a church.

Warnings

Not all Churches believe the same thing. Don't get offended if a church doesn't believe what you believe. Just decide that it isn't the church for you.

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