Ex-Church of Christ Support Board

Thank you for taking the time to respond and for your support. I am expecting it to be difficult, like you said-- which is why I have put it off for so long and have tried to talk myself into staying. It would be easier that way for sure, but damning to my soul at the same time and I'm no longer wil...

Thank you so much for your positive words. Yes, we are seekers and it is clear that the coc is, like you said, far from His grace. When you start studying honestly for yourself and rely on His spirit to reveal His truth, their misuse and twisting of the scriptures becomes glaringly obvious. I'm not ...

I really appreciate your kindness. From what little I have read on here, my experience is unfortunately very common. And like you said, leaving is not easy. I know it won't be, but I do feel like it will be worth it. I’m sorry you are experiencing so much trauma in your life. I hope things will soon...

Thank you for your kind words. We have a few friends on the outside, but not many. I have one friend that goes to the congregation I go to and she knows I am contemplating leaving and is totally supportive. She is staying for now, though. I'm sorry you felt so alone when you left. That's what I fear...

Hello, everyone! I hope I'm posting this in the right place. These forums always confuse me. :D I am 39, born and raised coc. My husband is in the same boat, he is 43. My dad is a preacher and so is my brother. Back in the 70's, my in-laws played an integral role in "establishing" the coc ...