My Faith Journey | Walking Away from Traditional Church

[@bethford7846]

Interesting!! I was raised Jewish and got saved. I am now a completed jew. When I gave my life to Christ my Jewish holidays and feast all made sense!! ❤️ blessings sweet sister

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

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[@magen2271]

Beautiful 🤍

[@cherylwilliams42]

Praise our lord!

[@Lynn-r8h]

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[@nicoledelucci7060]

So glad I’m not the only one. I walked away from celebrating man’s traditions. I had to stop straddling the fence and decide where my faith lies.

[@camrobn]

Me too

[@peggetennant]

I believe there are many of us who agree with you. Thank you. There is freedom in the Truth. Continue to bring us along with you.

[@HinckleyHomestead]

Thank you so so much Constance. I feel the loneliness of not knowing anyone else near me that sees what I see in the Bible and what doesn't add up in so many ways. I am still attending a traditional westernized church but so desire to honor Shabbat. But my hubby isn't there yet.😢

[@katherinehatton4187]

I feel the same way!!! I am not being fed in the churches that I have attended. I am hungry for understanding!

[@sarag7262]

I grew up Lutheran and since becoming an adult have really struggled with my faith. I finished reading my Bible for the first time this spring, struggling with the Old Testament the most. But, oddly enough, I felt more and more like I needed to learn Hebrew but wasn't sure why. Then, I found your channel and realized that Christians all over are being called to do the same. Thank you for your testimony. I have some thinking to do.

[@bevfitzsimmonds3382]

Praying for you...😊❤🫂🙏✝️

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

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[@sams.9745]

I grew up Lutheran as well! I had to walk away because of the hypocrisy of the church. My faith has grown exponentially since I walked away from organized religion and began my daily walk with God!!

[@woodsie5796]

Yes, there are very many of us! Thank you for sharing this testimony ❤ We are not alone in the world. We have been grafted in and set apart. I don't consider myself Messianic, I just tell people I am a Whole Bible Believer. My journey started 4 years ago and have found a great group of like-minded believers that meet every Shabbat for fellowship and Bible readings, adults and children. Its a wonderful thing ❤ Shalom and more! 🥰

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

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[@fizer718]

Oh my, I just told my family yesterday there would be no more bunnies and eggs brought here. Lions and lambs and my grandkids were going to hear the story and know what Jesus did for us. I too feel very alone as far as my family around me. I see these same things and am questioning all I’ve ever known. I get it. I will go it by myself if I have too and stay in my peace with yahweh, through all Jesus has taught

[@lovebarkhurst5361]

I am so grateful Yahuah showed me your channel. I am still in the part of the journey of praying for a local fellowship and feeling a little like I am the only one. Thank you for sharing your journey and helping others feel the fellowship I think we all seek. ❤

[@kaykayrn1747]

@@ReBeccaRez Yes it is lonely, but for me at this moment in time, I'm free of distractions and able to dig in the Scriptures & absorb so much. I do pray to have fellowship with others one day & have a real Shabbat dinner & practice the Feast days. Unfortunately, our culture is so engrained with "traditions of men" & they feel like they're being heretical if they veer off that path....so sad. Nice to meet you Joyful Remnant & LiovebarkHurst a great big Shalom to you.🌺

[@CRRBennett]

@@kaykayrn1747 so true and it is so engrained in all of my family as well. Traditions of man.

[@tracilynn6675]

This was so wonderful to watch! I remember back in the beginning of my journey to the Truth, I thought there had to be others and then in HIS faithfulness, YAH showed us others here on KZbin. It’s so wonderful to hear testimonies from other sisters in Messiah! Shalom and blessings!

[@sams.9745]

Thank you! While I have been of the "Christian" faith my entire life, at the age of 52 I am just walking the path to learn truth. I feel so very blessed to have been led to you and given direction. I am grateful you have chosen to share your faith!

[@CRRBennett]

Yes! Same

[@robingirven4570]

Very interesting Candace. I was raised Atheist and I’m starving for information! You have helped me more than you’ll ever know.

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

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[@emilytewoldemedhin4440]

This is an end times move of the Holy Spirit! My husband, our kids, and I started keeping Shabbat at home Nov. 2019 while still going to our Christian Sunday church. When Covid shut church down we left at that time. Sept. 2020 we started going to a Messianic congregation and learning Hebrew/keeping the feasts, etc. My extended family doesn’t understand-but we are grafted into the tree of believing Israel-Romans 11! In these end times, we have to be lovers of the truth so we don’t fall under the strong delusion. Thanks so much for sharing!!!

[@toreapwhatyousow]

Oh my goodness Constance... I was praying and asking the LORD this morning for wisdom and His will about me continuing to go to my church. I love my church and I love my brothers and sisters but the last year or so my spirit has been very unsettled and restless and I have been fighting with myself EVERY Sunday. I had a long conversation with the LORD. I was telling the LORD how I know I've been going for all the wrong reasons anymore. It's a good biblical "traditional" church but I have gotten very complacent and I hate it. I don't know what to do LORD, tell me. He led me to Ecclesiastes 12:13. And then later in the day your video "pops" up! One thing I've learned is there are NO coincidences concerning the LORD. I now know which path to take. Thank you for your obedience. I feel like this video was meant for me. Blessings to you and your family.

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

I am praying for your family.

[@silvermanebiz]

Amein sister!! I’m in Central Arkansas and walked away from ‘traditional’ church in 2014. Set out on my own for a few years then near the end of 2019, YHWH pulled me back. I found a Bible study on Torah, joined and have learned so much truth, it shook me to my core! I would love to find ladies closer to me who walk the same walk with Yeshua but I am constantly amazed at the resources He keeps putting in my path to reassure me that I am not alone! Oh, and welcome to Arkansas!!🙌🏼

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

Thank you!

[@paulamaguire7547]

Thank you, Constance, for asking these questions. I have had the same experiences of asking questions that no one seemed able to answer. Easter makes no sense. Christmas made no sense, especially since Jesus was not born on December 25, and decorating a tree is actually a Wiccan practice. I hear the most ridiculous things at church sometimes. Now I’m noticing how cliquey it is and am tempted to leave it, but I like having a place to pray and sing. I need to and am going to pray on it.

[@tammyhoushour8070]

The Bible does say not to forsake assembling together .... can't quote it all sorry. None of us is perfect and you do need to stay prayed up so maybe you could visit different churches and see if they are a better fit for you.

[@paulnandico2370]

There are networks of home fellowships (and some larger groups). One such place to find others nearby is 119 Ministries Fellowship Finder. As she referenced in the video... house churches can be examples of the early church.

[@sdarbyr]

Thank you! I am 79 I have been asking all those question a good part of my life. Jesus was a Jew . Jesus is my saver .

[@bernicedean59]

Thank you so much for sharing this. I am a born again Christian. Turning 71 in September. I expected Jesus as my Lord and Savior when I was 11 years old. But I was told that I was too young and I was not at the age of accountability. I had to be 12 years old in order to get saved. Reason being because Christ was 12 when he taught in the synagogue . That caused a whole lot of confusion in my young life. Because I felt the holy spirit and I was sincere In asking the Lord Jesus Christ to come into my life. As I grow older, I started to realize that that could not be backed up with scripture. And then I started to wonder if they were wrong about that, what else were they wrong about? But God is forever faithful and down through the years through many ups and downs He kept me and He taught me and still is. I believe He's calling me to make that same journey that you have made. It was no accident that I listened to your program today. My heart's desire is to walk as close as I can with the Lord. I am praying that the Lord will lead me in the right direction. I know He will because He's always giving me what I needed, when I needed it and always on time. He is forever faithful and I praise His holy name. Thank you once again for sharing your story. May God continue to bless you. Your sister in Christ Jesus 💞

[@CRRBennett]

Amen, you are right there are no accidents. I feel the same way. Thanks

[@janrankin2457]

Never too late to turn to Jesus as your lord and savior. God bless you. I have so many good words to share with you, someday. See you at the pearly Gates.

[@bevturner821]

Constance, I so much appreciate hearing you talk about your faith/journey. I was raised in church, but as an adult I felt there was more and my siblings and I started studying the Torah. We got our Christian foundation in church but found so much more when accepting the Bible from beginning to end!

[@nicoledelucci7060]

Listening brought tears to my eyes as this is MY story. Except mine started in 1992.

[@onlyvistarick3607]

And as we know God never intended for us to have Baptist’s and Mormons and Lutherans etc. He wants us to know our Bible and to know he is talking to us thru the book. I am happy to talk to him and read his word and know what he is saying. He is the one who knows all, we do not, and pride does get in the way of many people. He wants us humbled and to come to him that way!!

[@lindawharry9044]

I walked away from the traditional church 4 years ago. Now at 66 relearning what the BIBLE actually says.

[@carolynncarson5302]

Shalom! Messianic (Native American) believer here. Celebrated (Messianic) Passover/First Fruits this year. Begin Shabbat at (just before) sundown (“candle lighting time) every Friday and listen to Messianic services Saturday morning (and other times). I read the weekly scriptures listed in the Tree of Life Version of the Bible. And I look forward to (and appreciate) your readings (as well as your faith postings like this). I actually started tuning in to your channel when I saw you sharing your Messianic faith. Thank you! Shalom! Shalom!

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

Thank you Carolynn! I love the TLV version of the bible too. I have the "Shabbat Times" app on my phone that gives the candle lighting times each week. It is very handy.

[@_Shonda_]

Oh My Goodness! I too have struggled with the religion I grew up in. What you have shared with us has helped to give me strength to stand up for my beliefs to my family. Thank you for sharing. You have no idea how many hearts you are ministering to. You are an blessing to me.

[@philcox3997]

Patsy and I have been keeping Shabbat for at least 5 years. I grew up in a church pastors home, attended church affiliated high school and college. I attended church 3-4 times a week, sang in the choir and directed music. A few years age she and I felt ourselves drifting a way from church, as church didn’t cut it any more. She came across a tv program that taught the whole Bible, chapter by chapter, vs by vs. Slowly but surely our minds opened and we saw what we had missed all those years. Then we went to a medical appointment with what turned out to be a long time Totah believer. We agree with all you shared.

[@RhodiRebel]

You are right on target, I have been teaching this for a number of years, and practicing it, recently I am being guided to celebrate all the biblical feasts and get back to the pracice of the Sabbath. Thanks for sharing, by the way my wife and I live in Bulgaria, but will be traveling through your area from Texas to Missouri around December, keep your eyes on Yeshua our Lord.

[@Newcreature1957]

I love this for such a long time I couldn’t understand why Christian celebrated Easter and other so called Christian holidays. And when I questioned it I got similar responses. This is so refreshing and encouraging. I have been trying to find a group of believers to fellowship with and haven’t been able to find one that doesn’t teach these things as if they were scriptures. 🙏

[@CH-gn7rf]

Whole Bible Observant (Torah Observant) believer here🙋🏼‍♀️💙🎉🙌🏼

[@Kathryn_M]

Dear friend, I've known you since our homeschooling days in NC. I love seeing how you've grown in your faith. You're such a godly and wise woman, and I'm grateful to call you friend. Thank you for living boldly in pursuit of God's truth. ❤

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

Thank you Kathryn!

[@TheFarmSparrow]

I was blessed hearing you share about this Constance. My faith walk is very similar to yours, with a few things I do differently, but most of it, are the echoes of my own convictions and beliefs after years of agonizing over the inconsistencies and manmade traditions I see in traditional religion. It is true though that we all are on a journey and I pray we all keep moving forward, eyes on our Messiah, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. These conversations are always the highlight on your channel for me. Bless you.🙏🏻

[@maryallen8710]

I total agree! We feel the same way. Flee from the shadow of this world. Christmas and Easter are celebrated by pagans atheists and witches. We are to be a peculiar people. Different from the world! Love your channel ❤️

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

Thank you

[@cindyneel328]

That fish # 1 already had a big bulge in their belly and they were eating another fish. I've changed alot in my walk with the Lord in the last 5 years even though I've been a Christian for decades. Then over Covid our church wasn't having services and I dug deep and found many many things that have caused great growth for me.

[@deborahbaughman1366]

Love this. I need to find like minded people ♥️♥️♥️

[@therealkathytincler]

Meeee toooo!!

[@dberger1010]

Constance, listening to your story sounds like it's coming out of my mouth. Even all happening at the same time frame. I believe our father has been leading us slowly home to Him. My Bible literally came alive when I started studying from what I call a Jewish roots perspective. Love you my sister.

[@gailakraeszig2866]

Oh my, Constance! Watching this video has brought me such an "Ah-Ha" moment! From feeling the tug to engage the sabbath, to my yearning for a community of believers as you described, your experience resonated in me so much. Keep sharing your faith, PLEASE!. People are hungry for like-minded believers and others are seeking truth. Thank you for being such a willing witness. God bless you and all those your encouraging words reach!!

[@Msaltares91]

Your right sister there are alot of us out there keeping the sabbath. I like to say I follow the way . Because there is only one way.

[@mamat5264]

I would love to find a home church in my area. I have the same beliefs as you. It’s very hard to explain to ppl , they don’t understand. Would be nice to study and worship with ppl who do understand.

[@debbiekrueger5576]

I’m on this same journey. I found a tv show called Tomorrow’s World, I think they’re from The Living Church of God. I sent away for info & they have tons of free booklets & dvds on these subjects. My hubby & I are alone on this. The Sabbath is one thing I’m struggling with..as it says no “ordinary” work, & I have a hard time not doing stuff..but I’m getting there..God bless & keep you sister!

[@therealkathytincler]

I don't have kids at home so I don't need to attend to their needs, cook etc. When I come home from church I just read or crochet while watching John MacAruthur and other truth speaking pastors on youtube. If I'm hungry it's cheese and crackers or just fast for the day. I don't shop or eat out after church because I remember working for years in retail and your life is not your own. Those jobs keep baby Christians and the matured one's a like out of church. We know who's behind that.

[@thechronicillnessdiaries2773]

Tomorrow's world is wonderful. They have a lot of scripturally sound stuff. ❤❤

[@krickette5569]

I was challenged, a little over 20 years ago, to research to origins of Easter. What an eye opener. I haven't celebrated Easter since then. I am also no longer part of organized religion for a lot of the same reasons you have listed and a few others.

[@pattigsbh4392]

Thank you for this testimony of your faith journey. I feel I am on a similar one. Because of God's Grace of salvation through Jesus Christ I'm drawn to know the truth to please my Heavenly Father. I'm wrapped in a family deep into traditional "Christianity ". I feel very alone in my quest for answers as you stated you were as well. I'm praying and this is an answer to my prayers to not give up. To not write a book on your comment section I will stop and just say Thank you once again. ❤ May God bless you for your boldness in speaking the Truth as He has given it to you.❤

[@MimsysGarden]

Me too Sista

[@littleskipperdaycare]

Same story. One family through Christ. I believe there are true believers in large churches but I never grew in Christ until I left the worship of distinctives and fellowshipped in a small home church setting. I believe that in every community, there is one church and many places of worship. Home church is just another place of worship. When it comes down to it, if the Bible is the final authority, then you are learning from God.

[@cathylongstreth5405]

Oh, Sister! I can remember asking my mom all these same questions as a child, with the same resultant non- answer answers. Not born again until mid-20's, 1983. I so appreciate the way you explained not only your faith journey, but the truth, though that may make some uncomfortable. You are so articulate with your thoughts, and your teaching is spot on❤. Thank you❤

[@lovenothate2023]

💖🙏 What a beautiful story! I too, keep the Sabbath, so does all of my family. God bless you on your journey!

[@findingshalom]

I’m so glad to hear I’m not alone. I’ve been on that exact journey. Rereading the Bible with new eyes and asking myself “is this “tradition” (something I learned growing up) or Biblical ? Thank you for sharing your heart. ❤ Yes, there are more people feeling this way then we realize. It feels so lonely at times. But we are not alone.

[@oldchickenlady]

THANK YOU!! I'm searching for a group to learn and grow with. Even when I was a child, I questioned the way we celebrated. Then I stopped asking and was quiet. Now, at my age, I feel I can question and speak up. It's been a long journey.

[@carolwiseman2154]

Thank you for sharing something so close to your heart. I too am interested in the Jewish holidays and often wondered why we are not taught this in my Christian Church. Yes, they do share all scriptures but never any emphasis on celebrating these days. I love to here about how the Lord speaks to you! Soo special . ❤

[@laurelcordell7287]

Praise Yahusha Ha'Mashiach I found someone who understands my walk. I left the "church" behind for basically the same reason! This truly is a Shabbat Shalom!

[@alison5614]

This makes me feel so much less alone. I've always been taught that the old testament laws and celebrations etc were out the windows when jesus was crucified. This feels like missing out on so beauty and symbolism from scripture. So glad to hear your whole bible believer perspective

[@anneard1674]

I never get tired of the greeting from that beautiful bantam rooster!

[@Summersky44]

There is one remnant! One people. Denominations is man-made. We're followers of Yeshua.

[@missyb15]

I am so thankful you posted this!!! I have struggled with some of the same questions myself. I love listening to Olivier Melnick and his Chosen People Ministries. He did a video one day on the Passover Feast and the symbolism of each item that is to be on the table. I got chills listening to him. I had no idea and I have been a believer for years. I'm a Bible teacher and didn't know!!!! THAT video has never left my heart, it answered so many questions for me....yet caused me to wonder, "WHY ARE WE NOT TEACHING THIS TO BELIEVERS?!?!" I sometimes wonder if this is why so many Christians feel so empty. We have to learn about the Jewish history/symbolism/culture, etc. It's hard when you're just a country gal from Oklahoma and have no clue about Jewish culture. Great video and I hope you post more like this.

[@karendinuoscio711]

Oh Constance...my heart swelled and my eyes welled up with yours. I left my 'traditional church' 5 years ago because of some things I just didnt feel comfortable with in my spirit. I have been feeling this way for awhile but not diligently studying his word and looking for answers....and if I'm honest partly because of fear of ' knowing' and then being held accountable. Once you know you can't go back to not knowing. I think you actually said that in a video in the past. However, I agree with you....I beleive he's tugging at the hearts of ' HIS people ' to get back to the roots of his word and what he not only requires of us to do but what he longs for us to do. Change is so hard sometimes....even when we know it's the right thing to do. Please pray for me on this journey...its a path I know I need to walk. Thank you SO much for sharing! You are NOT ALONE !

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

❤ Yes, I have made statements like that. You can unlearn what you have learned. Once you know, you know.

[@ladyblue9278]

Yes! This! Amen❤

[@LizDayTV]

Thank you for sharing your faith journey. I concur that we in the western world have been looking at the Bible all wrong & that only when we read it through a Hebrew lens can we see the full scope, depth & magnitude of what God meant. I identify as a “whole Bible believer”, too & know without a doubt Jesus Christ is the only way to forgiveness & salvation. Sadly, I’ve experienced the same ridicule for asking questions as things came up that didn’t make sense compared to other scriptures. I’m thankful you found a group of like minded people to fellowship with & I’m praying I will also. God bless you & thank you again for sharing your testimony! ❤

[@kathyshervino1625]

Couldn't agree more sister. We must know about our Jewish roots to fully understand the Word !

[@Kayaf7]

thank you for sharing this. I've had to pull away from traditional church for many reasons. Resurrection Day, not easter. Absolutely no Oct 31 evil day. I would like to start keeping Shabbat but I need to let my husband lead on this. I believe God led me to your channel, not for the homesteading, but for This! Bless you Sister. We'll hug in person in Heaven.

[@mscarcliff1]

You are the daughter of the Most High God! ❤️ your journey story, we are all striving to get to Heaven to live eternity with Him!

[@maggiecutler-honnold942]

Thank you. I was awakened at 2 am, thinking it was to let the dog out, it was to see you discuss this.

[@tricial1880]

You are a follower of Jesus Christ- I don't believe anything else is needed. Love your journey ❤️

[@maria4802]

Just saw your video and we've been practicing Israels holidays for 16 years. We gave up all the pagan ones. God Himself says they should be done forever and will show Him who His people are. We live in Utah and have found other like minded families and celebrating has been great. I'm glad other people are finding the feasts too. We celebrate Thanksgiving but changed Christmas for Hanukkah. Thanks for sharing!!

[@vonniemerriam974]

Our paths are very similar. Received salvation in 1987 and embarked on a journey devouring scripture in several translations, spending much time in the Prophets through translators like J.B. Phillips. But instead of being tutored in the faith by church or traditions of man, I felt completely taught by Ruach haKodesh while homebound for some years. Always felt connected to the Hebrew mindset after learning from my mother that purportedly her ancestry involved cultural Jews from Germany who left that behind when they migrated here. That said, I still played the Prodigal some years later til 2010 after a stage 3 BC diagnosis. This Prodigal came to her senses when she faced mortality and found Abba waiting for her to come home. I began taking communion daily and the fruit of that was leading my mother to her marriage covenant relationship with Yeshua as His Bride instead of the unworthy orphan mentality she'd suffered her whole life. A new diagnosis in 2016 earned me disability retirement and was followed by the passing of my mother the next spring. Hence, 2017 found me relying completely on Abba for everything as there was no longer another voice here in this house. And His voice became much easier to discern, so that in Feb 2018 I clearly heard in my spirit to begin reading my daily Scripture out loud in the OJB, the Orthodox Jewish Bible. Written @ 80% in English, it has plenty of Hebrew words, idioms, notes to actually get a grasp of that beautiful pictographic Hebrew language. It transforms one's understanding of HaDivrei HaKodesh. I too keep the feasts as well as Shabbat. I speak as much Hebrew as often as possible as I pick it up. I even named my cat Shalom! Why? Because speaking the language of Shomayim into the atmosphere releases the power and blessings of that word. Omein? One last thing...I see your Adam Chadash Echad tattoo on your right arm, the menorah, star of Dovid and fish. I went to Israel in 2014 and bought a pendant of that in a turquoise stone only found in Israel home to my mother. She couldn't travel anymore and her dream trip was the Holy Land. That pendant is still the only jewelry I ever wear to this day, in honor of her. Shalom shalom, Achot b'Moshiach!

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

Shalom shalom!!

[@dugchris2009]

Thank you for sharing. I feel that we should say when asked what religion are you? Say it's not a religion, it's a relationship with my creator, the almighty God" I am a child of God." We always say "Happy Resurrection Day!" It is really the only holiday to celebrate.

[@tammyatkins18]

The Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on The Whole Bible is a excellence study guide❤

[@almalang8443]

Agree and Amen!!! ♥️✝️🙏🏼… The Way… like the early Church.

[@billcamillelindsley342]

Thank you for sharing. I have been on this same journey out of mainstream Christianity. Shalom

[@simplethymes1202]

Have a blessed Shabot! Shalom.

[@Pattats]

I appreciate you and your honestly. My faith journey led me to Orthodox Christianity.

[@brendahone2509]

I have had some of the same questions. Great video. Christ is your personal savior, you are loved. Your only accountable to yourself and the Lord.

[@SeasidePrincess]

So glad you made this vid!! I am totally with you about the feasts in the millennial kingdom! Once I understood that, I wanted to start doing them now! I have only been successful in getting my family to do Hanukkah. It is my fav feast! We do it special and I host it live for each night teaching. Love it!!

[@marciahohn4521]

That cat is such a wonderful companion

[@donnaparviainen5893]

So glad there are so many of us. I believe if it was good enough for Yeshua it certainly should be good enough for us, Be blessed.

[@lindsaym2547]

I feel that with God, when we are seeking Him,,,,there are no coincidences ❣️

[@MemawsHomestead]

Thank you for doing this video. People are mind controlled by their Church's agenda whether it is political, greed, or some even satanic teachings. When people really investigate all the mentioning of the firmament in the Bible they will have different opinions if they just use discernment.

[@sheilainglin]

Shalom!! 🙏And thank you for your message, you have really put my journey into perspective 😊 Yahweh is good and loving to all his children ❤ I just bought myself "The Complete Jewish Study Bible " and have been reading "The Rock, The Road, and The Rabbi" by Kathie Lee Gifford and so far this is a beautiful journey ❤and as Kathie Lee says it 👉 "I am simply a lifetime student of the Word of God and a seeker of truth". Amen 🙏 Yashua, the Messiah, is the lover of my soul. ❤ Shalom my sister ❤🙏❤

[@pattimoose1]

I just loved this video!! I wasn't sure who I was either!! In the late 70's (I'm 70 now) I just this huge love for Israel and God's people. I learned by reading my bible that I'm ingrafted into His tree. And I was teased and made fun of so bad. Told how wrong I was. I was around 24 or so and had gotten tossed from the Catholic church. So I thought maybe they are right. I'm just confused. Years later, I find out that no I am not confused. These past few years, I'm digging into reading about the early church fathers. How did we go from being the Way of the early church, reading the bible, praying and studying to this Western mud puddle of church?? I don't have a church anymore and I'm searching like you...for a more true way, according to God's word of worshipping Him. Thank you for sharing this!!!

[@2redbird1]

I believe as you do. I have seen so many turning to what is in the Bible. Many have become a messianic Jew. A Jew that believes in Jesus & still keeps the holidays & sabbath. My great grandparents were Jewish but came to believe in Jesus.

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

It is amazing!

[@cherichristenson7980]

Amen "I Believe there is One God and that He has One people... That we have been grafted in" I will never forget when the Holy Spirit showed me that He is the same yesterday today and forever. That His promises then to His people are mine now. That His feast days to the Israelites then are still His feast days now for All his people. That His chosen people were to be called out then and He still asks that of me, of His people today. My husband and I don't celebrate any man made holiday and the Lord is teaching us how to celebrate His Holy days. God called us out of the institutional US church of today And My Christian family thinks I've gone off the deep end. Blessings to you as you follow Yeshua on the narrow way. Thank you for this encouraging testimony

[@sharrylou]

Yes Constance - we move from glory to glory individually and as a body. It is wonderful that you have peace in the revelation of the Ruach to you! Baruch haba b'shem Adoni. Shalom

[@ladyblue9278]

Thank you for sharing this testimony ❤i started out to read the entire Bible this year, so many things in Old Testament opening my eyes to who our God is and what he desires for his people… I’m a believer and started having questions too. Thank you for encouraging me to keep studying and listening to what God is trying to show me❤🙏🏼

[@Tinkerbell31326]

Thank you so much. I have struggled and am searching for truth for years. I started thinking I should be keeping the true Sabbath. Your words are an answer to my questions. I was Catholic until 2014. I accepted the Lord that year. But i feel like i am not on the complete and correct path. Thank you.😊

[@ednajphelps330]

I identify with your journey in constant studying and growing in Christ. I so want to be like Jesus and break with all traditions of men that got combined to appease both worlds

[@CelticTechno]

I am so glad I saw this video. I have watched your channel for many years. I am from Alabama. It's scary. My live so alines with yours. I was saved in a Pentecostal church when I was a preteen. I got into genealogy when I turned 20. There was something that was driving me. I went to towns to get copies of genealogy records. Through all of this I felt like I was missing something. That included with my Godly life. I finally got my parents and my self to do a 23andme. Dad had a .1% Jewish background but none of it showed up in mine even though I have some small % they can't tell what it is. But like you I felt that there is more in the Bible than what I am getting out of it, not knowing the Jewish meaning behind the terms in the Bible. I got married when I was 20 and moved too far away from my church and I just could not find a church that was Bible based with a knowable pastor. Then I found that place where it says we are grafted in even though I have read it a thousand times that one time it really spoke to me. Now I am trying to learn some Jewish words and follow their calendar. My hope is to one day be able to read the old Testament in the Jewish language. I am also trying to learn the number system of their letters. Thank you so much sister of my heart. You are doing a great job in Jesus name. Amen 🙏

[@Breeze3444]

WOW WOW WOW… this is such a huge confirmation for me. I said today AND started writing in a journal saying , TODAY is a new day and I’m starting over and going to consistently walk according to the Lord. I’ve been in such a struggle for years and went through a major fall in my walk. All I want is restoration and to fellowship with real believers. I don’t have any churches around me that teach truth nor do I have anyone to fellowship with that truly understands. I’ve been praying that the Lord would bring someone into my life. I guess I just have to be a bit more patient. I wanted to say I’m new to your channel and I just finished watching your other video on Did I regret moving to Arkansas. I believe I was led to watch both of these video’s. Arkansas has been on my heart to move to. North west area. I know you said there were some things on why you moved there. I believe these are areas of safe havens. I’m definitely going to press in on this in prayer. New sub now. Listening to you gave me chills on my arms and teary eyes in both videos. Like the Lord was saying Listen… I’m listening…Blessings to you

[@taniasamuels3366]

Wise Beyond Your Years! 👏

[@BrattyPatriot]

Nice job, actually excellent job. I loved this video and your explaining, I think I'm the wiser for it. And one day, the believers will arrive, Amen.

[@goldengirl9152]

Your story is so much like my own. Starting at nine years old, I questioned my Christian pastor about the Sabbath and why we weren't with the Jews. In my forties, I prayed this prayer: Dear God, I don't want a teacher, a preacher, a religion, or a denomination. I want to know that I'm following You, Your Will and Your Ways." My (long) journey led me to Messianic Judaism and to being in ministry with my husband in a Messianic synagogue. My blog (Gail-Friends) is about my experiences. Thank you for sharing your story. Blessings on all you're doing for His Kingdom.

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

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[@cobrafox8640]

I've had the same experience. Started around 2000. Church in the NT pattern is smaller groups in homes or places, not in brick and mortar buildings with monthly expenses, and worse, 501c3 influence.

[@GwenArlene8181]

Thank you for your story! Sounds like you found a group (Yahoo) who were like the Bereans! I grew up in a household observing the Holy Days and attending services on the Sabbath. My parents had brought us kids up in the Faith. And that's so true, our works do not save us, but they DO tell Yashua who we are following--Him. By works, I mainly refer to the Ten Commandments, and walking in the footsteps Christ did. After all, Paul told us, "Follow me AS I follow Christ." So, our works DO determine our level of reward, however, I sure don't want to be an eternal door knob polisher in His Kingdom when He returns, I want to rule many, MANY cities, and teach them all His way. For scriptures on faith and works, please refer to James 2. He made some pretty good points there. Yashua said this to His followers in Matthew 13:16 "But blessed are your eyes because they see, and your ears because they hear. 17 For truly I tell you, many prophets and righteous men longed to see what you see but did not see it, and to hear what you hear but did not hear it."

[@TheSpottedBoot]

You're definitely not alone. I've distanced myself for about 20 yrs from the denominational churches. When asked what I am regarding a religion. I simply state, i follow Jesus and the Bible. I dont need any interpreters. I dropped the whole easter thing a decade ago and call it Resurrection Day now as well as all the capitalismof Christmas. It's a creche and happy birthday, Jesus. I thrived in a nondenominational church in my old town but haven't found a good fit now that im married and living in another state. My husband put up a false front of his involvement in his former religion. Now his interest has waned in being spiritual head of household and going to a service with me. Ive asked him to take the lead, he has no interest. Sadly I'm alone on my faith journey now, but have Jesus and prayers.

[@Humblest_Homestead]

Oh it is so good to hear your testimony and honesty!! I started hearing the Father tell me to keep Sabbath and the Feasts about 4/5 years ago and I was in a church leadership role at the time. It was do difficult because I organized the Christian "holiday" events for the kids and I felt it was wrong. I ended up stepping down and now I don't attend the church. I don't know how they don't see the truth of their traditions being elevated over Yah's ways. It breaks my heart. Thank you for sharing. You've gained a subscriber. 💕

[@CosmopolitanCornbread]

Welcome!

[@dianedavenport9532]

We are sisters in Christ! We are daughters of the King. I am saved, and Jesus is the only way. God bless you. No wonder I felt a connection to you when I watched your channel the first time.

[@billierichter1379]

What an absolutely beautiful testimony.

[@lynettefisher5556]

I understand your feelings of wanting to escape your traditional church. I too have been "belittled/made fun of" for making comments to the hierarchy in my non-denominational church. I am half Jewish, embrace my Messianic roots, but because there are no Messianic churches within 2 hours of my home, I go to a local church. I long for a new church, yet have not felt released from God fromattending church weekly. I know we are commanded to not forsake the gathering together for all our sakes, to learn and grow spiritually. My brother stays home, watches Internet Messianic preachers, instead of attending Sunday services with me. He was made fun of for wearing his Yarmulke to service and from that point on, never attended any religious services again. I and my brother celebrate Passover, Hanukkah and the Sabbath's from home. It works and I do receive food from the traditional Sunday services I attend, but still long to be released from attending this church. Seek God totally, He will lead you and feed you as you seek where to attend services. God Bless you.

[@lauriecraig2760]

i can relate, i also after studying my family became aware of Judaism as well as Maliseet customs in my life. I dont think there is anything wrong with blending belief and religion as long as you do it and make a joyful noise or pray unto the Lord! Love from Canada

[@tammygarcia7344]

I appreciate your honesty and your testimony. I attend a Baptist Church and our Pastor has been teaching the Hebrew holiday’s for the last two years and even though we are called to freedom in Christ, not under law, all these holidays and days are symbolic of the importance of the Messiah….how beautiful to celebrate them. I am enjoying it.

[@hangtoughhomestead2229]

Well said. Thank you for sharing. Much love and blessings.

[@skywatcher6864]

Dear Sister Constance, I'm a new male subscriber who recently "stumbled upon" your channel. I'm so glad I did! Your Scriptural insights align with my own, and I know that loneliness you spoke of. There are other teachings in Scripture that the majority have wrong also, i.e. the Church is NOT the bride of Christ; we are His body. Nowhere in Scripture can we find the fallacy of the Church being the bride w/out the use of similes. Paul made it abundantly clear that we are His body; Jesus made it abundantly clear that He is in us, and we are in Him. That's makes us a part of His Body. Another false doctrine is who the Bride actually is; they ignore Rev. 21: 9, 10 where John blatantly presents her...the New Jerusalem, the holy city of God. John takes the rest of the chapter to describe the bride, not a group of people. It's not a metaphor as many like to say, to support their errant doctrine. In fact, most theologians omit vs. 9, 10 from their commentaries and sermons. Also, they promote a false marriage supper of the Lamb; it's not a grandiose banquet for the saints. It's a banquet for the birds who eat humans (Rev. 19), and yet they continue to preach and teach their regurgitated fantasies! Thank you, so very much for sharing straight from the heart.

[@phyllisgarcia8149]

All you are speaking; I have been going through for over a year. Thank you for sharing, I am still looking for that "friend/teacher ". Be Blessed.

[@shellyburris5918]

Similar story here, born again in 1991, stepped away from traditional Christianity in 2003. We came out of our pagan traditions as we were led, from starting to keep the Biblical Feasts, to eating Biblically clean foods, 7th day Sabbath keeping and so much more. I couldn't turn back now if I had to and wouldn't want to. Thank you, Constance for sharing your story ❤️

[@pattymiles2688]

Praise the Lord!!! My journey is very similar to yours! Oh goodness, I’m so happy that you shared your journey! A Rabbi that I listen to once referred to us as “ a Messianic Gentile.” Im sure you’re familiar with that term. Thank you!!! I walked away from the church about 10 years ago also!

[@JeffTucker-j1p]

I remember back in the90s there was a brother in our fellowship that was teaching about the fiest days and shabbat, I thought he was going off the deep end . Looking back now he got the true revelation back then. I recently came into the truth about 2019. Still learning. It's kind of hard going on this journey alone. Which I am. I recently retired and I've got more time to do reading, praying etc. But don't have a fellowship to be part of. I believe there will be some one day .