[UntoHim]

Welcome to the Forum, "Feeling Stuck".

Thanks for taking the time to come and share with us, this is what this forum is all about!

When you get a chance, please consider requesting membership by sending an email with your requested UserName to LocalChurchDiscussions@Gmail.Com and I'll be sure to get back to you right away with a temporary password and basic instructions. One of the many benefits of membership is it gives you access to the Private Message system, in which you can communicate with other members in a confidential and private manner.

As far as your particular situation, I would second the motion of making a relatively quick transition to an established evangelical Christian church in your area. If you are in a major metropolitan area I would suggest you google "Acts29" and see if there is an Acts29 network church in your area. Most of the churches in this network are geared around young people and new believers. The churches and leaders who want to join the network must submit to a rigorous and thorough approval process, minimizing the chances that any leader with questionable qualification or character will be allowed to hurt the flock of God. But the main thing is to do your research and make sure the church is known and respected as a solidly evangelical, Gospel driven fellowship with a known history in your locality.

In regards to dealing with the dear brothers and sisters in the Local Church, it would probably be best to slip away as quickly and quietly as possible. The simple truth is that they are of the mindset that they are the only true church in your city. Oh, they would not word it this way, but I can assure you that they will have plenty of negative things to say about anywhere you go, and the more you try to make the transition easier by drawing it out, the more they will try to convince you that you are "leaving God's one move on earth".

If some want to become augmentative, just refer them to our forum, we would live to have them come and join the club!