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Old 07-07-2008, 02:12 PM
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Re: Where Do You Seek Your Affirmation (Approval)?

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Originally Posted by ReformedDave View Post
I spent many years seeking the approval of 'the church'. I spent so many hours, days, years- working for it that my family suffered and I ceased to serve the One I professed to love.

An idol is something that we can't live without and I allowed the 'church' to take the place of my Savior. It's been many years but I think I'm finally headed in the right direction.
Like you, I sought approval from my pastor and church family when I was younger. I found out the hard way that family should come first!
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