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Originally Posted by aron
The LC isn't the only exclusivist, unbalanced and controlling church group out there. So watch out; some "Christian" groups will lure you in, claiming that they are the true disciples of Christ, and everyone else is in darkness. Sound familiar? They'll present their 'special' verses, which they'll pressure you to accept according to their interpretation. And if you yield, then the pressure only increases. I've been there. Peer pressure is hard to resist. We all want social approval, and these groups have honed this practice.
Stick with the safe, boring groups, at least at first, until your discernment gets more exercised. Otherwise you could end up somewhere even worse than the LC.
Other than that; yes, seek out Christian fellowship. And don't judge your new associates. "Receive one another, but not for the purpose of disputation". See e.g. Rom 14:1
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Good advice. Honestly I think the best churches are those of normal, everyday people who aren't "weird"--people who have hobbies and interests which aren't just church stuff.
Be wary of and even avoid churches which are isolationist--which think they have the inside track on "the right way" and which set themselves above or apart from others groups. A good thing to look for is does the church fellowship and cooperate with other groups, not only churches, but mission organizations, community services and other ministries. Healthy churches respect and welcome the works of other groups. This is true unity.