Just as I am (Part 1): Why is it so hard to be Vulnerable in Church?

W. Jesse Gill, Psy.D.
6 min readOct 21, 2022

The piano beckoned, as the choir sang, and the minister seemed to be calling my name personally. The words of the beloved hymn invited me forward, “Just as I am.” My heart melted in the warm embrace of coming forward to give my life to Jesus. The whole congregation seemed to be cheering me on. Can you recall a similar moment in your own life?

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W. Jesse Gill, Psy.D.

Dr. Gill is passionate about marriage therapy and Attachment Theory. He conducts therapy, workshops, and trains other counselors. www.facetofaceliving.com