Dumb Reasons People Leave a Church

[Parson]

In conversation with a friend from another state, it came to light that a family had stopped attending a church because the pastor announced that he was going to begin teaching a series of lessons on a particular subject.

The family's problem it was revealed was not the SUBJECT, but the fact that the pastor was teaching A SERIES of lessons on the same subject.

Teaching a series, they contended meant the pastor was not allowing the Spirit to direct the services as the pastor had ALREADY PLANNED what the topic was about.

I have heard of people leaving a church because someone sat in their pew, or someone did not speak to them.

One even left a church because he had to walk 3 blocks from where he had to park his car.

Someone left the church here because of the SCREEN whereupon the words of the songs and Powerpoint are displayed.

Have you heard of any other dumb reasons why people leave a church??


Blessings

Parson

[Michael Phelps]

Originally Posted by Parson

In conversation with a friend from another state, it came to light that a family had stopped attending a church because the pastor announced that he was going to begin teaching a series of lessons on a particular subject.

The family's problem it was revealed was not the SUBJECT, but the fact that the pastor was teaching A SERIES of lessons on the same subject.

Teaching a series, they contended meant the pastor was not allowing the Spirit to direct the services as the pastor had ALREADY PLANNED what the topic was about.

I have heard of people leaving a church because someone sat in their pew, or someone did not speak to them.

One even left a church because he had to walk 3 blocks from where he had to park his car.

Someone left the church here because of the SCREEN whereupon the words of the songs and Powerpoint are displayed.

Have you heard of any other dumb reasons why people leave a church??


Blessings

Parson

Because it was too cold in the sanctuary during the winter.

And the color of the carpet - it wasn't what one family wanted when the church remodeled.

[AmazingGrace]

Originally Posted by Michael Phelps

Because it was too cold in the sanctuary during the winter.

And the color of the carpet - it wasn't what one family wanted when the church remodeled.

Oh yes I have heard the carpet one many times!

And then there was the one... because so n so's kids were crying all the time

And of course I have seen numerous times the one... well pastor didnt greet me today! I cant come back!!!!

[Rico]

Originally Posted by AmazingGrace

Oh yes I have heard the carpet one many times!

And then there was the one... because so n so's kids were crying all the time

And of course I have seen numerous times the one... well pastor didnt greet me today! I cant come back!!!!

Someone child constantly crying during a service can be very distracting. I couldn't stand it when parents would just let their baby cry and cry. Take the crying brat to the nursery or somewhere out of the sanctuary until he/she calms down!!! That isn't too much to ask.

[Sam]

Originally Posted by Rico

Someone child constantly crying during a service can be very distracting. I couldn't stand it when parents would just let their baby cry and cry. Take the crying brat to the nursery or somewhere out of the sanctuary until he/she calms down!!! That isn't too much to ask.

or, put a plastic bag over its head

Just kidding

[Rico]

Originally Posted by Sam

or, put a plastic bag over its head

Just kidding

Between the parents with the crying baby and the other ones who bring toys, games, and food for their older children to play with, it's a wonder anyone hears a word the preacher has to say! I taught my kids to sit down, shut up, and pay attention to the preacher during the preaching. They knew better than to start acting up 'cause I'd haul their butts straight to the bathroom for a little holy correction!!!

[COOPER]

Originally Posted by Michael Phelps

Because it was too cold in the sanctuary during the winter.

And the color of the carpet - it wasn't what one family wanted when the church remodeled.

I guess they would not like Tent services? Ha ha

[Ron]

Parson, good to see ya posting Bro.

One reason I have seen is this, the Pastor didn't shake my hand.
Even though I have seen the Pastor leave the platform at altar call, to shake someone's hand who leaves early.

[mizpeh]

"The worship is stale. We always sing the same songs."

When asked if they spoke to the pastor about their concern, they answered 'No'. Did they pray God would move upon the song leader to sing new songs? 'No'. They just left.

[Falla39]

I have heard more than once "I wasn't getting fed there".

Some children won't eat because they don't like the food.

Finicky children? Not used to eating solids? God knows!

Blessings,

Falla39