Question About Submission

[Mrsnt]

Originally Posted by Maritha

what specifically have you changed your mind about?

I first changed my view about hair. I no longer believe that the Bible teaches that women must never trim/cut their hair.

Realizing the error of this teaching, I began to question other conservative Pentecostal teachings and have come to believe they are false also. I no longer believe that the "holiness standards" generally required to be a part of the UPC, WPF, etc. are biblical.

I don't want to be forced to obey a teaching that I believe to be false and legalistic. I don't believe that anyone has the God-given authority to make me do that.

Originally Posted by Maritha

in the church that I go to, and do not want to, there are many things i disagree with. but here is the key.
I have no intention of causing strife. Why? I consider my own salvation and keep in mind a few scriptures:
1. Proverbs 6.19 You don't want bring this discord in your home or the church. You have to keep in mind that your life is a witness to others that see you.

This is exactly why I feel compelled to change the way that I live. My life IS a witness to others. I don't want to be a false witness.

I don't want to cause strife, either, but, let's be realistic. No matter what I do, SOMEBODY is gonna disapprove. At some point, I have to stop caring so much about what others think and care more for what the Lord thinks.

Originally Posted by Maritha

2. 1 Cor 13.4 Remember, love is forever. You have to keep in mind how Gods' love is never changing, but growing. His love is sweet and gentle. and His love and mercy draws us toward Him.
There are a few other things, but these are good for now.
My reason for sharing this is...I don't believe my husband ever truly felt the same for me as I do him, or used to feel for him. But I remember the vows I made for him before God. And 70 years really is a short time compared to eternity. And I know God sees all things and I believe He will take care of His Word. If I don't hold on to this I will become too angry and rebellious. And rebelliousness is like unto witchcraft. 1 Sam 15.23

Thank you for your kind thoughts. I appreciate it.