This comment is pure gold! Thank you, brother or sister in Christ.

And to the OP, the Bible is the only authority, not pastors/priests or church tradition. I would get a study Bible in a translation that’s easy for you to read and start in the gospels. Four versions of the same story, told by four people, with different focuses/audiences, but the same Jesus. Visit several churches, look for pastors who preach what the Bible teaches, not just what “tickles the ears.”

I will pray for your journey going forward. What an adventure you are on!

EDIT: I forgot to say to avoid churches that teach you have to “work for” or “earn” your salvation. It is a gift.

This comment is pure gold! Thank you, brother or sister in Christ.

And to the OP, the Bible is the only authority, not pastors/priests or church tradition. I would get a study Bible in a translation that’s easy for you to read and start in the gospels. Four versions of the same story, told by four people, with different focuses/audiences, but the same Jesus. Visit several churches, look for pastors who preach what the Bible teaches, not just what “tickles the ears.”

I will pray for your journey going forward. What an adventure you are on!