@snowpea I grew up in the church like you, though not nearly as strict I don't think. I grew up in the Assemblies of God and later went to non-denominational charismatic churches, holy rollers and speaking in tongues and all that. I am now in my mid 30's and have not been to a church or identified as a Christian for almost 3 years. May I ask you a few questions about your current beliefs and what the Bible says?

For the record I still whole-heartedly trust the whole Bible, (and some biblically endorsed extra-biblical texts too, like the book of Jasher) I do not necessarily trust most of the modern interpretations of the Bible, especially concerning what Paul said. I love Paul, i don't love what some think he says or how they elevate his words above the Messiah's.