Wednesday, May 9, 2012

OEM

My second Sunday in Korea, I visited Onnuri English Ministry and it was one of the best decisions I made.

Let me back up a little bit. To say that I have had a bad church experience in the past would be an understatement. Unfortunately, one bad experience years ago made it really hard for me to connect in any church. Now-- I know that was mostly due to my own insecurity in getting attached, but honestly, church hunting was something that I DREADED. I always found something negative or some excuse so I wouldn't return. I had grown so apathetic to church, but I really missed the fellowship and having a church family.

Then, I came to Korea and knew that I wanted to plug into a church. I walked into OEM and they were singing Wonderful Savior. The rest is history. I continued attending. I enjoyed Pastor Eddie's biblical and convicting services, the 'Acts 29' church mentality, the 'come as you are'  acceptance and the 'change the world' hearts of the congregation.

I joined a small group, became a member and helped out in different ministries. Above all this, God taught me a lesson, healed me and gave me hope (funny that I had to come to the other side of the world for those lessons). He is so good to me.

So OEMers. thank you.  Attending this church goes on my "Top 5" experiences in the Land of the Morning Calm.






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