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Posted by Ambariel (Member # 2345) on :
 
Hello there!

**Forgive me while I hijack your post Ambariel. Just wanted to let everyone know that we now have a section of the boards just for introductions.. be sure to introduce yurself there too! --salti**

I'm Ambariel and I live in Tennessee.

I have been around the internet and back and looks like I have finally found a christian BB that has more than five members actually posting, which is great. When things get slow at work or at home I do like to take part in discussions.

Over the last few years, I have been slowly learning the lessons of where I'm supposed to be, and where I'm not supposed to be.

I am a trained singer and spent some time in Nashville trying to make it in country music, but have kind of given up, it's a hard life and I am a person who wants to have a comfortable home and some decent clothing and some spending money in my pocket, so I got a real job and just do an occasional writer's night or something for pure enjoyment.

Music has always been a big part of my life and due in part to my siblings' influence, and my own personal tastes, I have been a fan of hard rock and metal for years, in addition to country, classical, and bluegrass.

To that end, some time ago, I started visiting and posting at the home page of a particular heavy metal singer who I have always thought had a really incredible voice. It's not necessary to name who it is, but let's just say that over time, I was shocked back to reality when I realized how many fans of this person were into wicca, paganism, were atheists, or were just completely hostile to christianity in general. Well, the battle was joined: I am not shy, and I have pretty thick spiritual armor and I did my absolute best to defend the faith. But eventually I grew tired of the pack of hyenas I was having to argue with, and how their attacks grew increasingly personal.

"Blessed are you when men revile you for My sake" was a verse that gave me comfort, but I'm not completely immune to having hurt feelings. Eventually I could simply take no more: I was the only christian there willing to defend the faith, and some of the song titles this artist was putting out were increasingly disturbing to me. It became suddenly very obvious that I was just in the wrong place, and wasn't doing myself any real spiritual good there, other than them heaping blessings on me by abusing me for defending Jesus. (though that's probably more good for me than I'll know in this lifetime).

Well my little brother (who lives away from me) got me interested in playing this online game with him so we could spend a little more time together. Some of you may have heard of it, it's called EverQuest and it's from Sony. A really spectacular role-playing style game, I will talk about it in another thread. To make an increasingly long story shorter, I thought, well, this is a lot of fun, and found BBs that had to do with the video game.

Now, I take my religion with me into the game. If you select my character, she will tell you that I'm a christian who heals the injured, feeds the hungry, and helps out newbie players, and I do, I don't see why you can't be a christian everywhere you go, and I take my faith in game with me.

So I found a new BB for EverQuest and became a member of that community, and all seemed ok until the subject of religion came up. I gave my thoughts and was instantly attacked by five or six people who were into wicca, paganism, deism, or were atheists. It was same old, same old. Again, I fought the fight for as long as I could until the attacks became personal, and a little creepy to me. I moved on, found another site that seemed very positive, so much that I asked to be a moderator, determined to keep things on a much more positive level, and for a while, I was successful. Until religious discussions came up...someone posted a quiz that showed you "what level of Hell from Dante's Inferno you would be sent to". I did not much like that, because it put no weight on repentance, and did not allow for Grace. That started a new battle, as people were proudly displaying results of what level of Hell they were sent to, apparently in delight. I could scarcely believe it.

Well, we are back to the "same old same old" there, I am obviously the only christian there willing to stand their ground and defend the faith, and I just can't stand it anymore. I really need to be among fellow Christians and I think that's what God wants for me, so again, I've moved on.

And it brought me here.

I never knew there were such folk in real life. I'd never met people like that before I got on the internet. I never met people like that in high school, or college. I never knew such evil existed. I never met such scorn, hatred, derision, and venom before. It was suffocating.

I hope I've finally found a home where I belong.

[ December 29, 2004, 01:50 AM: Message edited by: Salti ]
 
Posted by JP (Member # 2151) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Ambariel:
Hello there!

I'm Ambariel and I live in Tennessee.

I have been around the internet and back and looks like I have finally found a christian BB that has more than five members actually posting, which is great. When things get slow at work or at home I do like to take part in discussions.

Hi Ambariel!

I've only been on here a couple of months myself, but welcome aboard! I thought it was pretty amusing, then reliazed, pretty sad, about your "more than five members actually posting" remark because it is so true.

I have been to so many Christian websites that have message forums (even commercial sites) and they are completely dead. Tried it myself (and I get a fair amount of traffic) and have talked with other webmasters who have tried it. It just seems that Christians do not like to participate in message forums. This one is definately unique. Perhaps it is because of the events that you experienced that they stay away. It is sad, because there are so many non-Christian message forums that always seem to be full of activity, but nothing in the Christian ones.

You'll notice it is not all peace and harmony here; there is a lot of debating that goes on. But at least we all love Jesus and that is the difference between here and the other boards you experienced.
 
Posted by annointedlady (Member # 2425) on :
 
Hi there Ambriel

It sounds to me like you are one very frustrated musician who needs to find a church which would help you into a music ministry. If you can get there, take yourself to the River Church at Music City in Nashville - it is in the Centre - It is run by Dony and Reba Rambo Mcguire and pretty lively. (Quite a variety of young people in youth group and older people too).

I would avoid those role play games . They are not really healthy and because you are focusing on being attacked rather than having a person involved in these things coming to you to hear about Jesus then that is what the problem is. I think it sounds like you need to find healthy online and offline friends that are into Christian things.

Love in Jesus
Annointedlady
 
Posted by Ambariel (Member # 2345) on :
 
Hmm just took 3 weeks for a reply to my thread (sigh).

RPGs don't have to be a bad thing - I take my faith in-game with me. Call it a ministry to those who might not otherwise hear the Word in-game.
 
Posted by Tyme (Member # 3017) on :
 
(this post is late because I just became a member, and JUST discovred that little scroll down thing that lets me look past todays topics)

Hello Ambariel.

Welcome, I'd hug you with a warm and fuzzy welcome, but alis will you settle for a simple

:: Hug :: as assume it's from the heart.

I look foward to talking with you, and getting you know you here.

as for the Music. Heavy Metal, is just music, do all things because you enjoy them, know in your heart where you faith lies, and nothing can turn you.

as for the Game, Everquest, DAoC, Shadowbane, or what ever you wish to play online. There is nothign wrong with any game you play, as long as you understand, it's only a game, no diffrent then reading a book, or watching a movie, just a means of simple enjoyment.

You have my deepest sympthese, about your previous feelings and expirences, and I know exactly what you mean. When you stand alone defending your faith, and feel the world is against you.(With the few other Christians out there going "Yah, your all gonna burn, now go away" which never seemed to help my case)

I make this promise to you, I will provide you as much spiritual help and aid as I can.

we will disagree, as all people do about matters of faith, but we share a common ground, and that is our love and aprication for the salvation of Christ.

This is my hope as you are my christian (Umm not sure, Brother or Sister on this) (sorry on that part.)

But welcome and bring your self a chair.

You are home among those that will love you and accept you.

it is my hope that we can all learn a bit from each other, that is part of the journey we take in life.

Tyme.
 
Posted by helpforhomeschoolers (Member # 15) on :
 
Hi and welcome everybody. I noticed that there were 9 Hi I am new threads opened in the General Forum today. I am going to make this a feature topic that should remain on top. I am hoping that we can keep introductions in this one thread. That way when someone looks at the today's current topic's page they see all the topics and not a whole page of Hi I am new with the others forced over to a second page.

Plus it makes it much easier to see who is new if everyone is meeting in one room.

I hope that made sense!

[clap2] Anyway! Hi Y' all (that is South Dakotan for Howdy! [thumbsup2] )Welcome to the Board!!! [clap2]
 
Posted by Tyme (Member # 3017) on :
 
That is a Great Idea "Help"

I think "Intro's" should be it's own "Sections" so that new members have a place to post and it does not get lost in the bustle.

Ohh yah, who controls this forum anyway, I have some suggestions, I would like to offer can you tell me where to post them?

Tyme.
 
Posted by Tyme (Member # 3017) on :
 
Hello Sorry.

Glad to see you here, and thank you for your interoduction.

I hope to hear more from you in the future. Maybe we can ruffle each others feathers about music, movies, and others things.

Tyme.
 
Posted by Tyme (Member # 3017) on :
 
:: Looks at the Angel behind him ::

"he sais My feathers, not yours, relax, and put that sword away"

Good to see you Sorry.

I mostly hang out in the Bible Topics area, as that is what I enjoy the most.

I'll be wandering around, as more time permits.

Tyme.
 
Posted by Katz (Member # 3040) on :
 
hi *wave* i'm Tyme's wife [Kiss]
 
Posted by Mills (Member # 3124) on :
 
Hi my name is Mills (yes I am female). I'm from South Carolina. My family has been in South Carolina for many generations.

I'm married and have two beautiful children. One girl and one boy. The Lord has richly blessed me because at the age of 16 I was told that I would never have children. Instead of consulting a Doctor again I consulted God. He saw fit to give me the boy and girl that I desired.

I work for a local business in my office. I mainly do FCC licensing and renewals. Purchasing is another one of my titles. My previous work was in the Dental Field and I worked in that field for almost eight years. I've been at my present job for 2 years now and this is where I hope to stay.

My faith is strong. I've been a christian for some time now. Having a close relationship with the Lord and raising my two children in his care are two of the most important things to me.

This is a great website.
 
Posted by Tyme (Member # 3017) on :
 
Hello Mills.

Welcome to the Boards, glad to have you here among us.

I hope that you will enjoy yourself here, as we shall enjoy having you here.

I look foward to what ever we might be talking about.

Tyme.
 
Posted by voxman41 (Member # 3545) on :
 
Hi. I'm voxman41 and I live in West Des Moines, Iowa. I just joined this site today and want to thank Softtouch for showing me this site. I recently accepted Christ as my saviour and believe in God now. For those who are scratching thier heads ATM, I've been an atheist for my whole life. I spent the last 23 years as a drug addict. Last year, I went to treatment, discovered Narcotics Anoymous and became employable again. The job I got was thru the treatment center and as luck would have it, my bosses were both believers. They turned me onto the bible, and were willing to answer any questions I had on the subject. I took awhile for me to get there, and thru my NA meetings we learned the value of developing a spiritual life. I remember telling my boss one morning that I believed that spritiuality would lead me to God if I was meant to find him. I started attending my boss' church and a month ago, heard something that hit a nerve in me. So now I believe. Of course, that doesn't mean I understand the ramifacations of my actions. I think ATM it's more a case of blind faith, but am willing to learn. So anyway, that's my brief story. [type]
 
Posted by SoftTouch (Member # 2316) on :
 
Welcome Home Vox! I'm so glad you made it here [Smile] That was quite an experience you've been through!

Don't worry Little Brother! It takes time to learn and the Lord works with each of us at His own pace. If you should start to doubt or worry (and All of us do from time to time) hang on to this verse...

"Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:" Philippians 1:6

We're all HIS work in progress [Wink] I look forward to getting to know you better!

Your Sis in Messiah,
Deb
 
Posted by Tyme (Member # 3017) on :
 
Greeting and Salutations Voxman41

Welcome to the Message Boards. It is good to have you here among us.

My sincere hope is that we can offer you insight and learning to your questions on faith, and the Word of God.

I can not express how proud I am of you for overcoming your addiction to drugs, and your ascension to divinity of becoming a Christian, I shall do my best to pour you a pure glass of Milk to fill your soul and spirit.

Since it is SoftTouch that has pointed you here, I am sure she has warned you about my views and opinions of the Christian Faith, mostly regarding what is and is not sinful. But know that my heart and my soul are towards God and Jesus, regardless of what else might come. Like all people we shall disagree on our paths in this life, and in the end of things, at best, we can at least accept each others as Bothers and Sister in the faith, and if all else fails, we can agree to disagree.

I would like to say, there is no such thing as “Blind Faith” to a Christian, for you did as you chose to do, because you saw it as the way you wanted to live your life, there is no blindness to your actions, we can become confused at this time in our lives, because when our eyes open for the first time, and with the eyes of a new born infant we see the world clearly as our Lord and God intended us to for the first time in our lives, the sight can be blinding, but it is never in blindness we find our salvation.

As for the ramifications of your actions, like some (Myself included) it might take many years before you truly see the effect your choice has taken upon you, every day, I grow a little bit, and learn a little bit, and see new things for the first time, like a child exploring my world, the world of my soul and drinking the nectar of the wisdom of God and Christ, I grow, but like a child, we do not see the changes by day, but after we have journeyed a while and look back along our path in life, and see how our steps have changed, from the feet of a toddler staggering around, to the strong strides of a Man of the Lord.

Welcome and Blessing be upon you.

Tyme.
 
Posted by voxman41 (Member # 3545) on :
 
Thank you and no, Softtouch hasn't warned me about you.....yet. I think I understand a little what you're trying to say, and I'll keep this in mind. [wiggle7]
 
Posted by becauseHElives (Member # 87) on :
 
voxman41,

I rejoice with you as you run the race that is set before you.

Keep your eyes focused on Yeshua and His Blood.

Know that their are many that will try to lead you astray from the straight and narrow path.

Welcome to the Body of Christ and let the Holy Sprit lead and guide you into all Truth.
 
Posted by voxman41 (Member # 3545) on :
 
Thank you. It's all a bit overwhelming atm. So many verses of scripture have been quoted to me in a short amount of time, whew! [Eek!]
 
Posted by vinc (Member # 3701) on :
 
Hi Saints,

About Me :-

I am vincent from India. I was born and brought-up in a protestant christian family and had a born-again experience at college 12 years ago. Since, then i have decided to live a life pleasing to the Lord, doing His will and not my will. I have undergone Water-baptism in obedience of the Scriptures and was fortunate to recieve the Baptism of Holy Spirit.

Since, then i have been striving to work-out my salvation with fear and trembling. Though i have gone through ups and downs in my spiritual life, the Lord has been merciful and preserved me in Him. I am looking forward for a fresh anointing and a new uplifting to a higher spiritual plane than now. I sense God's call for ministry. I covet the prayers of fellow-christians across the globe.

My Beliefs :-

I believe in the Holy Trinity - God The Father, God The Son and God The Holy Spirit.

I believe that the Bible was written by the Prophets of God as per the guidance from God the Holy Spirit, It is the WORD OF GOD.

I believe that God Himself superintended, directed and dictated the writing of the Bible, with the Human authors so completely under His control that the writing became the writing of GOD.

I believe that God speaks to us through the Bible and teaches us what is True and makes us realize what is wrong in our lives. It straightens us out and teaches us to do what is Right.

I believe that Lord Jesus Christ came to this world as a human sacrifice for the sins of all human beings.

I believe that Lord Jesus Christ was wrongly judged and was crucified on the cross after being tortured by misunderstood human beings. He died and was buried in an open tomb. He rose up on the Third Day.

I believe that Lord Jesus Christ ascended to heaven alive in physical bodily form and is seated at the Right Hand side of God The Father.

I believe that Lord Jesus Christ lived a sinless and perfect life as a human being when He lived in this world.

I believe that Lord Jesus Christ will come again to the world a Second time on a Great Horse as a King with His Saints.

I believe that Lord Jesus Christ will reign as King for a thousand years on this earth (The Millennial Reign) in the near future.

I believe that salvation from sins and eternal life can be received only through Lord Jesus Christ and there is no other name given to mankind under heaven through whom we can obtain salvation.

I believe that unless a human being is born-again as a new individual he cannot see or enter the Kingdom of God.

I believe in the Holy Water Baptism through complete immersion into water in the name of God The Father, Son and Holy Spirit.

I believe that Water Baptism is an Act of Obedience, and an outward show of Commitment to God.

I believe in the worthy partaking of the Holy Communion as an Act of Remembrance of the death of Lord Jesus Christ. Also, to show that we are members of His Body and purchased by His Blood.

I believe in the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. I believe no christian can live the Christian Life as he should without being baptised in the Holy Spirit.

I believe that a person ought to directly pray to God The Father in the name of Lord Jesus Christ for his needs as the Lord Jesus Christ in one and only mediator between God and men.

I believe that any place where born-again christians meet regularly for prayer, worship, listening to God's Word and fellowship is a Church.

I look forward for a blessed time of learning, sharing and fellowship with all of you. Thank you.

The Lord Bless You & Yours
Vincent [Smile]
 
Posted by StevenL (Member # 3669) on :
 
"as for the Music. Heavy Metal, is just music, do all things because you enjoy them, know in your heart where you faith lies, and nothing can turn you.

as for the Game, Everquest, DAoC, Shadowbane, or what ever you wish to play online. There is nothign wrong with any game you play, as long as you understand, it's only a game, no diffrent then reading a book, or watching a movie, just a means of simple enjoyment."

I'm a bit concerned about this advice. I can tell you by the Spirit and by the Word and by experience that the things you participate in CAN AND WILL affect your walk with God. There is an Enemy who uses these things you're talking about to great advantage. 1 Corinthians 15:33-34, Luke 8:18, Mark 4:24-25, Galatians 6:7-8.

The things you willingly receive into your garden..those things will grow and bear fruit, whether for good or for evil. Satanic music and games will bear Satanic fruit. Don't be deceived. May God open the eyes of your heart and move you to exercise your spiritual senses so that you may be able to discern good AND evil.

I've known quite a few believers (me being one of them [Smile] ) who thought they could hold on to their former entertainments and desires and still walk with God. They all found this not to be the case. NO ONE can become a disciple of Yeshua until he or she has forsaken and hated his own life. Luke 14:26-35

God bless you as you work out your own salvation with reverence, fear and trembling. Philippians 2:12-13
 
Posted by Ordinary_Unimportant (Member # 3718) on :
 
Hi. I'm new too. I have been having the same problem with entertainment and knowing where to draw the line. I have always been reading and writing a lot of horror and am a big fan of Stephen King, Dean Koontz, John Saul, Peter Straub, etc....in fact I have a collection of over 800 thriller, horror and fantasy books. I've had some success in publishing my own horror. I love the genre because the battle lines between good and evil are so deliniated, and because of the excitement of reading them. But my bible study leader, about a year ago, told me that I should get rid of them. This has been nagging on me. How do I know what God's will is?
BTW, it is nice to have found this forum. I am a 29 year old single woman. I look forward to meeting and getting to know all of you.
 
Posted by TEXASGRANDMA (Member # 847) on :
 
Ambariel,

I am from Texas but currently live in Washington State. I too found out about BBS places from a game. My son is into Everquest, but me I am a big Sims fan. The first BBS I joined was the Sims BBS.
I too use my conection there to talk about God. I am often asked by kids there to pray for them and of course I do.
I hope to see you around more often. I will try to find out why my son's character is at Everquest. I imed him but he is not on his computer.
 
Posted by SciptureAndPrayers (Member # 3633) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Ordinary_Unimportant:
I have always been reading and writing a lot of horror and am a big fan of Stephen King, Dean Koontz, John Saul, Peter Straub, etc....in fact I have a collection of over 800 thriller, horror and fantasy books. I've had some success in publishing my own horror. I love the genre because the battle lines between good and evil are so deliniated, and because of the excitement of reading them. But my bible study leader, about a year ago, told me that I should get rid of them. This has been nagging on me. How do I know what God's will is?

I used to be a big fan of the horror genre myself. In addition to the authors you listed I was really into Poe, Stoker, and Hawthorne. And I was faced with the same question when my conscience started nagging at me (conscience, no, I believe it was the Holy Spirit). Yes, there is often a delineation between good and evil, though less so now days where there only seem to be shades of evil. But when we talk about good, what do we really mean? Gospel good? Godly good? Or humanistic, moralistic good? Rarely is it ever anything except the last group. But beyond that, I think the question is, 'Is it really beneficial for me to be exposing myself to literature that focuses on the kind of things which God condemns and the apostles warned against?' I know it's entertaining, sometimes to the extreme, but does it help you in your relationship with Christ? I don't think that anything really bad will happen to you if you keep it up, but it could impede your spiritual growth, and that ain't good.

Just food for thought.
 
Posted by Iveck (Member # 3800) on :
 
Hello Everyone!

I'm glad I found this board, it looks like a great forums board. I live in Sallisaw Oklahoma, the eastern part of the state. I am an ordained Christain Chaplain ( nondenominational volunteer chaplains) and work outreach ministry with Community Chaplain Ministries. We work in the community at large. Our work presently takes us into county/city jails and community outreach. We hope to expand where ever the community needs us. We are a registered nonprofit ministry with the state of Oklahoma. God is doing wonderful things for us and opening doors for this ministry. My prayers daily is for the Lord to keep us focused on Him and His Word. May God bless this cyber community and those represented here. I look forward to the blessings of participating on this board.

In God's Love

Chaplain R. Sanchez [Bible]
 
Posted by PowerMac (Member # 3877) on :
 
[type]

Hello! I'm from Cincinnati! [wave3]

Several months ago, I was inspired to read the Gospels by The Passion of The Christ. I found my faith had re-awakened after 20-odd years.
 
Posted by SciptureAndPrayers (Member # 3633) on :
 
Welcome Mac. Take a look around. A hint: most of the action is in the top two topics.
 
Posted by Frimpy (Member # 4073) on :
 
Hello, all...

I have been away from God for a number of years. I lived in Charlotte, NC, but worked in Rock Hill, SC. I recently moved in with my now ex fiancee. Shortly after that, she changed from the woman I was going to marry into the worst break up I've ever experienced. She kicked me out, so I stayed in a hotel for a week, until I found a roommate to share the bills with. I decided to save up money so that I could move to Cookeville, TN, where my daughter lives with my mother and stepfather. My stepfather is a pastor at a church there. I also decided that it was time for me to come back to God. Thats when the my life took a crazy turn. I was asked to work at the tent for my job at the last race at Lowe's Motor Speedway. While I was there, I was offered a promotion, and a transfer to Newberry, SC. I took it. For the first week, I was driving from Charlotte to Newberry and back every day, with a 12 hour shift in between. It was rough. I was on my way home one night after a very long and hard day, so I grabbed a beer, took a few sips off it, put the lid back on it, stuck it under my passenger seat, and headed home. I was very tired, so I was speeding. I got pulled over, and found out the hard way that my auto insurance had expired. I spent my first 2 nights in Newberry in jail. Speeding, no insurance, and an open container. My court date is Wednesday. The car is now insured, and I have the money to pay one of the 3 fines. I pray that the judge will see that as reason enough not to throw me back in jail.

I set out today to find a church, and I was led to a Church of God. The message was about forgetting about yesterday, and doing everything for today and the future. It was delivered with the intensity of a nuclear bomb. My outlook on life has always "That which doesnt kill us makes us stronger." It was nice to have that encouragement driven home like that. I went up for prayer after the service, and the only way I can describe the power I felt was a very intense head rush. They invited me back tonight, and I'm going to go. After that service, I am still very nervous about my predicament, but there is some calm there. I just have to keep my eye on my goal (my daughter in Tennessee) and not let anything get in the way of that, and take life as it comes. I know that the devil will do anything to keep me away, because he did for a long time. I'm back, and he wont be able to keep me away again.

I ask for prayer, and I'm looking forward to talking with everyone here.
 
Posted by Study (Member # 3991) on :
 
Welcome back brother Frimpy, stay strong and lean on Jesus.
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
Welcome back into the fold Frimpy. A prayer has been said that the Lord will keep you under his wing.
 
Posted by Frimpy (Member # 4073) on :
 
Thank you. I appreciate that.
 
Posted by Eduardo Grequi (Member # 3984) on :
 
Hello, just got off work- Welcome to the sight. I am new to this sight also, but I have been born again for lifetime it seems. I too am into Country Gospel write my own songs, compose some classical. I am an eccletic when it comes to music. The music I write is Gospel-Country Blues, some light rock, and I love playing the piano and singing. Thinking about doing a disc for my mom and sing some of her favorite, after all mom's are special. The saying I heard, "Mom means business and Daddies just play" Do not know how that is. However MY nephews are going to college up there. I do not know if the choose Jesus. But they are twins.

If God tends you to be a singer, then in your heart you will praise Him.

I wrote a song called "Love is the Higher Price".I kinda wrote it for a valentine day for the Mrs. Anyway I write stories, songs, poems. I read my Bible and Pray. My Son is a little younger than you.

Well here I go just talking to the wind, but have Good Thanksgiving Day and Praise Him.
 
Posted by quakinsorca (Member # 4101) on :
 
Hi everyone, I'm new to the boards and thought I would share my story. I am a 29 yr old single mom of two boys. 9&4. My oldest boy is struggling in school right now with some "behavior" problems and my 4 year old is a "special needs" child. He has neurological problems that Doctors can't pinpoint or dianose. He is as smart as a whip, but can't communicate vocally (his vocab is ah-ah-ah ah). He has "tremors" (unvoluntary shaking of the body) and has had a few "siezure" like episodes but has tested negative for seizures. We have been down to Children's Hospital located in Seattle, WA many times. Despite all this, he is a joy to the people that he meets, and has a smile that reminds me just how blessed I am.

I'll be the first to admit though, that I am not a perfect person.

I have a been a Christian for as long as I can remember, but walked away from the church I grew up in about twelve years ago, and I guess you could say that I walked away from God as well. I didn't forget Him by all means, but I couldnt understand why the preacher of the church would "preach" all the bad things we do that would send us to hell, then run off with a 14 yr old girl from the church, leaving his wife and church; or why God would allow things to happen in this world as they do. It put a "bad taste" in my mouth and I questioned a lot of things (but in the present a lot of things now have understanding)

A few years ago I got hooked on methamphatamine (crystal meth, speed) and began to struggle with this addiction. (but I never let it take away from childrens safety/well being/welfare; so I kept some control). But any extra money/time went on the addiction.

A couple years ago about the time my addiction started, my brother was tryng to get me to go to his church with him, but I would make up excuses why I couldn't go and/or even avoided him. He was persistant so to "get him off my back" I agreed to go. Really enjoyed it. It was a whole different kind of church. Non-denominational christian, modern, live "worship" band, and a GREAT pastor, but at the time my addiction was more important. So I would go on days I could stay "sober" to keep my family off my back.

On 10-18-03 I had a life changing moment with God. Our church had just started the "40 Days of Purpose" written by Rick Warren (an excellent book, part of what changed my life). I was at my lowest, coming down from days of being "high" finding out that my boyfriend at the time (which was my dealer) was sleeping around with girls that used needles.

So I began crying while "talking" to God asking him "what is my purpose in life?" and all of a sudden the word Aids popped into my head. "so that's it God, I've got aids." and began to cry more, thinking of my children. (yes, I know I should have thought about that long ago) then I heard a voice, not from my ears but from withn say to me "I am with you always, My child" and felt a warmth enclose my heart and I became at instant peace. However, satan tempted me one last time and on 10-25-03 I got high for the last time. (It made me sick for three days-puking. I believe it was God's way of turning me away from the drug, because I am terrified of puking.)

So I have been 13 months clean on the 25th, and still going through a series of blood tests, but so far so good, -HIV. I vouched my life to Christ, and life has been different ever since.

I love life and talking about Jesus any moment people will allow me to. I love my kids. I love all ranges of music, hiking, jogging, reading, playing piano, surfering the web, driving, taking my kids to new places and discovering the wonderful things that God has given us.

Phew...That's my story of how I became a "child of God". I love Jesus and I am very thankful to be a part of His abounding love, and family.
 
Posted by Bat Elohim (Member # 3739) on :
 
excellent testimony quackinsorca!

Welcome to the Christian BBS!
 
Posted by LaurieFL (Member # 3794) on :
 
Welcome to the boards, Frimpy, Eduardo, and Quakinsorca!

We need to start a women's group (forum), because we have got some awesome women of God on this board with such neat testimonies!! Thank you for sharing your story with us Quakin.
 
Posted by Liberty23 (Member # 4108) on :
 
Just wanted to pop in and say hello, this is my first post to the forums!
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
Welcome quakinsorca. What an awesome testimony! It is amazing how many walk away from God and their lives can become totally broken, yet the Lord will always tenderly bring his lambs back into the fold.

Welcome to you too Liberty23. Nice of you to pop by to introduce yourself.
 
Posted by LaurieFL (Member # 3794) on :
 
Hi Liberty23 [Smile] Welcome to the boards.
 
Posted by LEONA_2268 (Member # 4522) on :
 
Hi everyone. I'm Sherri. I live in a little town named Hodge. I've been reading the posts for a couple of weeks and have enjoyed them so much. I'm 30. My husband is Danny (37). Kids are Harley (10/girl), Jennifer (8), Dwight (8).....Yes twins.
Like I wrote before, I am enjoying being here,lots of wonderful people. Thank you all for being so nice.
 
Posted by Bat Elohim (Member # 3739) on :
 
again, Welcome!!
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
Glad you are enjoying the board, Sherri. It has been great having you here. [hug]
 
Posted by forgetmeknot (Member # 2479) on :
 
Hi there! I am the former Warmsoul from Crosswalk chat. Have been browsing for a place to communicate, relax and participate in general discussion of life in general, spiritual things in particular.

A Canadian, I make my home in Ottawa, Ontario and welcome any communication from other chaplains who live and work in Ontario, or Canada for that matter.

Thanks for the opportunity to express in a safe and warm environment.

Warmly,

Forgetmeknot
 
Posted by TEXASGRANDMA (Member # 847) on :
 
Welcome to the board. I am from Texas but now live in Washington State. I have visited Canada on day trips. Hope to see you often.
betty
 
Posted by MySavingGrace (Member # 4697) on :
 
Hello my name is Ellen. I'm 21 and became a Christian and was baptised last summer. I'm still new to Christianity and everything but am wanting to learn and grow more.
 
Posted by bygrace (Member # 4556) on :
 
Welcome Ellen,
We are all here to learn and grow regardless of the amount of time we have been saved, so you are in the right place. [wave3]
 
Posted by David (Member # 1) on :
 
Ellen,

What wonderful news. Welcome to the board. If you have any questions or we can help you in your new walk with Jesus Christ, just let us know.

God bless you,
David Campbell
 
Posted by MySavingGrace (Member # 4697) on :
 
thanks you two [Smile]
 
Posted by Ryan (Member # 4598) on :
 
I'm replying to Tyme's post on March 18, 2004- I know it's really late but today is my first day as a member and I wanted to make a comment regarding that post.
In today's society the phrase " a book is just a book and a movie is just a movie" is a very dangerous statement. The Devil just loves using subtlety and hidden messages in books, music, movies and games. Kids are tricked into believing that they are having just a bit of innocent fun. Even adults can be easily drawn in. One of the biggest examples that I can think of right now is Harry Potter! Kids and adults alike are oblivious to it's satanic message. I've even heard of pastors doing sermons and sevices on the "good of Harry Potter. We need to pay alot closer attention to all forms of media that we allow into our homes, into our minds, and into our hearts.
 
Posted by David (Member # 1) on :
 
Amen Ryan! I agree with you.

[thumbsup2]

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Philippians 4:7-8
 
Posted by grandmawmaw (Member # 4836) on :
 
hello, I am new too, but old. ha.
 
Posted by Caretaker (Member # 36) on :
 
Hi Gradmawmaw and welcome to the BB. I am a pawpaw of five. Hope you enjoy your stay and find a blessing and fellowship.
 
Posted by Terrriebear (Member # 4940) on :
 
Hi Everyone,

I'm Terri and I'm confused. I posted an introduction somewhere else on this board, but okay, I will do it again. I am 4osomething, divorced, live alone in Chicopee, Massachusetts. I am born again, Baptist, and I have 4 children (3 adults) living in Japan, California and Florida. I clean tables at the local shopping mall cafe, and I love the my kids, Jesus, my church, the ocean, chocolate, ice cream, movies, music and crossword puzzles. It's nice to find other Christians to talk to online.
 
Posted by cici420 (Member # 4925) on :
 
Terri I am new here also. I want to welcome you. I look forward to getting to know you better.

Cindy
 
Posted by Pleasemaranatha (Member # 5150) on :
 
Hello. I am new also. I love the Lord Jesus Christ. I am spirit filled and see HIS love and miracles all the time. He is awesome and a great friend. God is great.

My age is 54 and I have been married for 34 years. My husband is laid off from work right now but we are fine. God is with us daily. We have 4 children grown ages 33 to 25. We have 2 grandchildren living. We are blessed very much. My husband knows and loves the Good Lord also. So do my children so what have I got to complain about? Nothing.

I am glad I found this website since I am a disabled vietnam veteran and can't get out much. This is helpful.

God Bless YOU ALL. Now the prayer list is nicely longer and I don't mind abit. I will lift you all up in prayer.

thanks for listening
 
Posted by David (Member # 1) on :
 
Welcome aboard Pleasemaranatha!

We are glad to have you. We are hear to study and worship our Lord Jesus Christ together and to help each other learn and lift each other up in prayer.

May God bless you!

David Campbell

www.heargoodnews.com

[wave3]
 
Posted by TEXASGRANDMA (Member # 847) on :
 
Daivd,

"We are glad to have you. We are hear to study and worship our Lord Jesus Christ together and to help each other learn and lift each other up in prayer."

I honestly believe that is your intention with this board but, I honestly believe that this board no longer serves this purpose. Too many Christians are using this board to destroy other Christians. When I first came this was a board that Christians met to discuss things in a safe place. It is no longer safe. If you believe in the pre-trib, you are accused of being illiterate. If you have a physical illness, you are either lying about being saved at all, have no faith, or such a lazy Christian that God has to keep you ill in order for you to serve Him at all. Which is weird with me because I a saved, I do have faith in God and I was not afflicted with this disease until 36. I did work for God and worked hard physically at my sister's Church. So God did not have to give me a disase to make me get off the couch and work for Him,
If you have an emotional or mental condition that you are obviously filled with sin, and deserve only to be shamed.

I was so discouraged that I almost did not go to Church, this morning. I was thinking I could only go to BBS that don't know me and they will never have to know I walk with a cane, but how can I hide my physical condition from my Church who have seen me before. The devil fought me at every turn this morning. The alarm did go off this morning. I forgot Church now starts 30 minutes earlier, so we ended up late to Church. But, the when we had a guest speaker who's daughter is crippled and he is a Christian man who goes all over the Country as an Evangelist. He has not quit preaching because his daughter is handicapped. I told him after Church how people here said my lack of healing was a faith problem and was even suggest by a couple people here in the past as a sin problem. He said I should stop listening to those who do not know the truth. He is right my faith is in God and not in anyone here.

But, the truth is this board is under attack by the devil himself. Christians have allowed the devil to use them to destroy other Christians.
Only a miracle from God can change this board back into a board that truly does support Christians and encourages one another in love.
I honestly don't see any love here for the most part, only condemnation.
I believe this can change, but it will take a miracle from God.
Althought the Speaker helped me alot this morning, I don't think I will ever trust anyone again about emotional problems that I have had.
It is better to accept that you cannot trust people, especially here.
betty
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by TEXASGRANDMA:
If you have a physical illness, you are either lying about being saved at all, have no faith, or such a lazy Christian that God has to keep you ill in order for you to serve Him at all.

Sister Betty, I don't always keep up with all of the forums and I haven't seen such posts. Could you provide some quotes please?
 
Posted by silverlion (Member # 5293) on :
 
Hello, I posted on the other intro' and finally figured out that there are two!

Texasgrandma,you welcomed me very kindly. I know we do not know each other,but please don't get discouraged.I have been on another Christian board some years ago,and left w/ much sadness after folk attacking each other. From what I see here,those who moderate will attempt to straighten things out,as soon as they know what is up and are able.

You see I too,am fighting a chronic illness,and having to learn when someone says something such as you mentioned,that we don't take the wrong sounding things to heart.Please don't let anothers convictions,try to convict you dear one[that is the job of the precious Holy spirit and done with love].

I had an experience a few years ago[tho' not on-line],that almost stopped me from attending church,as I was so disheartened.I have gotten to go to church several times this summer and fall for the first time in a long while,and I praise the Lord and Creator for the chance to worship him in the presence of likeminded sisters and brothers.Folk who love me and pray for me,even tho'I am fighting a Chronic illness.

May His peace and love reign on this board and in the hearts and minds of those who post here! I am so glad that this board is here,tho' I may not be able to post al the time! I do hope that I am not considered to be butting in,i just know abit of how Texasgrandma is prolly feeling I think. If I've overstepped in anyway I wont be hurt if this is deleted! Love from Silverlion!
 
Posted by eveglo (Member # 5296) on :
 
Hello everyone.

My name is Evelyn and I live in Texas. Thank God for this site. I love it. I guess I'm looking for some support in my spiritual walk. At times I let the weight of this world get the best of me, but when I can get to this site and read the responses from other believers it lifts my spirits. May God Bless you all.
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
Welcome eveglo - glad you enjoy the site. [Smile]
 
Posted by TEXASGRANDMA (Member # 847) on :
 
Welcome, Evelyn!!!

I too am from Texas, in fact I am in Texas, at the moment visiting my family. We will be here for a month. It is neat seeing all the changes in Houston, in just a year from our last year visit.
Hope you enjoy your stay with all of us.
betty
 
Posted by Oranfly (Member # 5368) on :
 
My English is so limited!
I will study harder.
Hello, everyone!
I'm Oranfly and come from Anhui Province,China. 18 years old, now I am studying in a university in Wuhan city - the biggest city in the center of China with a population of 8 million.
 
Posted by hovel (Member # 5419) on :
 
Hello. I'm Hovel.

I came across this site after going
deeper into the bowels of the biblegateway.com site, which after a few links, led me here.

I had been looking for an honest Christian forum
or bulletin board for the last few years,
and hope and pray this is one that respects
spiritual, yet frank responses regarding all
aspects of the Christian walk.

If there is any truth to iron sharpening iron,
I am hoping to find it here.

And yes, Hovel is NOT my real name.
That will come out once I'm more familiar with everyone here, and others familiar with me.

Why I chose that name will remain with me
until a good year has passed with me still posting here, if that happens.
If not, the secret goes with me.

God Bless you all.

-H
 
Posted by Pleasemaranatha (Member # 5150) on :
 
Welcome Hovel.


God Bless You.
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hovel:
Hello. I'm Hovel.
And yes, Hovel is NOT my real name.
That will come out once I'm more familiar with everyone here, and others familiar with me.

Aw rats - I will be waiting with baited breath! [hyper]

I wish to welcome to you Hovel and you certainly will see a lot of sharpening iron with iron, as you put it, on this Board. [Big Grin]
 
Posted by saved1948 (Member # 5391) on :
 
Welcome to all [wave3] <><
 
Posted by proudaunt (Member # 5551) on :
 
Hello. I am new to the boards. I am hoping to get the word out to anyone who is interested about my nephew's new Christian movie titled "Between the Walls". I am a very proud aunt, as you can see by my name! For information please go to www.glowingnose.com and click on "Between the Walls". The movie is about forgiveness, compassion, and personal faith. I think it will be a smash hit! It will be released in June 2006. It can be used in church screenings for retreats and such. Of course, it will also be avaiable for purchase. My nephew is going to be a big star someday! Enjoy the site and watch for the upcoming trailer at www.glowingnose.com.
 
Posted by HisGrace (Member # 3438) on :
 
Welcome proudaunt. Praying for all the best for your nephew. Looking forward to seeing the trailer of his new movie. [thumbsup2]
 
Posted by SrvnHim (Member # 5439) on :
 
Welcome to the board, proudaunt! [wave3]
 
Posted by FCAgirl2405 (Member # 5694) on :
 
Hello, i'm Cassady. I live in northern Indiana and i'm 14 years old. I'm a member of FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) hence the name. I've been a Christian for about three years, and even though i've taught 2 FCA lessons already, i'm nervous about teaching one this Wednesday, May 10th. i'm partnering with a friend, and we are going to teach about talents and abilities and how to use what God has given you. If you have any ideas, scripture references, that kind of stuff, i'd be open to hearing them. I'm glad to be here and to be able to grow in Christ.
 
Posted by SrvnHim (Member # 5439) on :
 
Hello FCAgirl2405! Welcome! [wave3]
 
Posted by Wendy C. (Member # 5852) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by JP:
quote:
Originally posted by Ambariel:
Hello there!

I'm Ambariel and I live in Tennessee.

I have been around the internet and back and looks like I have finally found a christian BB that has more than five members actually posting, which is great. When things get slow at work or at home I do like to take part in discussions.

Hi Ambariel!

I've only been on here a couple of months myself, but welcome aboard! I thought it was pretty amusing, then reliazed, pretty sad, about your "more than five members actually posting" remark because it is so true.

I have been to so many Christian websites that have message forums (even commercial sites) and they are completely dead. Tried it myself (and I get a fair amount of traffic) and have talked with other webmasters who have tried it. It just seems that Christians do not like to participate in message forums. This one is definately unique. Perhaps it is because of the events that you experienced that they stay away. It is sad, because there are so many non-Christian message forums that always seem to be full of activity, but nothing in the Christian ones.

You'll notice it is not all peace and harmony here; there is a lot of debating that goes on. But at least we all love Jesus and that is the difference between here and the other boards you experienced.

Hi, I totally agree with you about " I don't see why you can't be a christian everywhere you go, and I take my faith in game with me."

In fact, I believe our Christianity is who we are-I can't seperate myself from it!
Welcome to the group!
Wendy
 
Posted by Wendy C. (Member # 5852) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by quakinsorca:
Hi everyone, I'm new to the boards and thought I would share my story. I am a 29 yr old single mom of two boys. 9&4. My oldest boy is struggling in school right now with some "behavior" problems and my 4 year old is a "special needs" child. He has neurological problems that Doctors can't pinpoint or dianose. He is as smart as a whip, but can't communicate vocally (his vocab is ah-ah-ah ah). He has "tremors" (unvoluntary shaking of the body) and has had a few "siezure" like episodes but has tested negative for seizures. We have been down to Children's Hospital located in Seattle, WA many times. Despite all this, he is a joy to the people that he meets, and has a smile that reminds me just how blessed I am.

I'll be the first to admit though, that I am not a perfect person.

I have a been a Christian for as long as I can remember, but walked away from the church I grew up in about twelve years ago, and I guess you could say that I walked away from God as well. I didn't forget Him by all means, but I couldnt understand why the preacher of the church would "preach" all the bad things we do that would send us to hell, then run off with a 14 yr old girl from the church, leaving his wife and church; or why God would allow things to happen in this world as they do. It put a "bad taste" in my mouth and I questioned a lot of things (but in the present a lot of things now have understanding)

A few years ago I got hooked on methamphatamine (crystal meth, speed) and began to struggle with this addiction. (but I never let it take away from childrens safety/well being/welfare; so I kept some control). But any extra money/time went on the addiction.

A couple years ago about the time my addiction started, my brother was tryng to get me to go to his church with him, but I would make up excuses why I couldn't go and/or even avoided him. He was persistant so to "get him off my back" I agreed to go. Really enjoyed it. It was a whole different kind of church. Non-denominational christian, modern, live "worship" band, and a GREAT pastor, but at the time my addiction was more important. So I would go on days I could stay "sober" to keep my family off my back.

On 10-18-03 I had a life changing moment with God. Our church had just started the "40 Days of Purpose" written by Rick Warren (an excellent book, part of what changed my life). I was at my lowest, coming down from days of being "high" finding out that my boyfriend at the time (which was my dealer) was sleeping around with girls that used needles.

So I began crying while "talking" to God asking him "what is my purpose in life?" and all of a sudden the word Aids popped into my head. "so that's it God, I've got aids." and began to cry more, thinking of my children. (yes, I know I should have thought about that long ago) then I heard a voice, not from my ears but from withn say to me "I am with you always, My child" and felt a warmth enclose my heart and I became at instant peace. However, satan tempted me one last time and on 10-25-03 I got high for the last time. (It made me sick for three days-puking. I believe it was God's way of turning me away from the drug, because I am terrified of puking.)

So I have been 13 months clean on the 25th, and still going through a series of blood tests, but so far so good, -HIV. I vouched my life to Christ, and life has been different ever since.

I love life and talking about Jesus any moment people will allow me to. I love my kids. I love all ranges of music, hiking, jogging, reading, playing piano, surfering the web, driving, taking my kids to new places and discovering the wonderful things that God has given us.

Phew...That's my story of how I became a "child of God". I love Jesus and I am very thankful to be a part of His abounding love, and family.

\
I agree, what an awesome witness you have, quakinsorca. I am new to this site and am glad I came upon this one. Being a single parent is hard work-Kudos to you! Keep your eyes on Jesus.
He is THE only WAY, He is THE only TRUTH, and He is The Only LIFE worth having.
God Bless,
Wendy
 
Posted by kskibble (Member # 4858) on :
 
hi. my name is fran and i've been on the internet for a good little while now. although years back it was for the purpose of escaping from reality. a reality that was damaging me emotionally and mentally.
that's not the case now though praise God! [Big Grin]
i too have not found any place other than Christian message boards to go online where i can enjoy a relatively safe and clean environment. there is one secular site i still go to in order to visit with 2 friends but the place disgusts me to no end. i can barely stomach being in there anymore. although even Christian message boards are not perfect. i left one earlier this evening because of all the actual fighting there. i don't believe in my heart that God desires people to attack others with scripture like a bunch of school yard bullies and going into threads with the intent purpose of picking a fight. so i decided that was not a healthy environment for me to be in. i posted how i felt and told them all to take care and God bless. but i can honestly say i don't think i've seen such mean spirited Christians in my life besides one lady i work with.
anyway...it's late and i should get going.
 
Posted by David (Member # 1) on :
 
Welcome to the message board Fran!

It is good to have you.

We do debate from time to time, but we try and be friendly about it.

Don't know if you can get many people together any where and have them all agree on everything.


God bless,
David
 
Posted by Evangelist Smith (Member # 6373) on :
 
Hello everyone, I am Evangelist Dare Smith from the good state of North Carolina.

I have been Born again over thirty one years now,thank God for His saving grace .
we none deserve a thing but thank God for His mercy and grace that He so freely extends to all who will repent and Believe on His precious Son Jesus Christ .

I thank God for the priveledge and honour of being His child and I thank God that He saw fit to call me into His service and entrusted me with the Gospel to preach to a lost and dying world..I dont know why He chose me for that great and wonderful task but praise thank God that He did. I am so thankful so thankful that He did. Would have never dreamed such a thing in a million years but you see God's plans are not our plans.

THANK YOU JESUS FOR THAT

Anyway if I can be of any help to anyone please do not hesitate to let me know.I dont know all the answers and dont claim too, but u know what we serve one who does..amen to that.

Last March we began a Christian Message Board and it seemed to be going fairly well but I felt this pulling in me , Prayer prayer prayer

and I knew what the Lord was saying.

He wanted us to change it to an Online Prayer Ministry and two months after we opened we did just that .So you see we have our plans and God has His plans..Praise the Lord!

We live in a world of lost souls, hurting souls, confused souls,sick souls, sick bodies, discouraged souls,beaten down, down trodden, you name it they stand in need of prayer and we serve a loving merciful God and Saviour who cares , who cares about His creation even when they refuse to serve Him, He still cares.

Amen He does.

we do desire your prayers for the Lord's work there , that many souls will come to know the Lord as their Saviour thru the Lord's Ministry there, many encouraged and blessed, and we also stand in need of more dedicated Prayer Warriors so if u would pray for us we would so appreciate it.

and please feel free to visit us any time .

www.lambofgodministriesone.com

God bless
and remember, always walk in the faith of the Lord
 
Posted by David (Member # 1) on :
 
Welcome to the Christian BBS Dare Smith.

[wave3]

May God bless you.

We also have a special message board setup just for prayer. You can visit it at:

http://www.onlineprayerchain.com
 
Posted by Evangelist Smith (Member # 6373) on :
 
Thank you brother David for the kind welcome and God bless you and your Ministries in Christ.

And I did check out the Prayer Chain Ministry and registered. God bless

Evang.dare
 
Posted by DeRick (Member # 6641) on :
 
Is this here you introdue yourself? Im DeRick, i live in TX i'm a Christian but have alot of issues, so pleae bear with me.
 
Posted by shorty5 (Member # 6726) on :
 
hey all. im a wife and mother of three ages 1,3and 5. being a stay home mum has its good and not so good points! my hubby is a truck driver, so away alot, which cause even more not so good points! but thinking positively, i wouldnt change any of it as i believe i have grown alot in the years, in all areas of my life. spiritually i have grown to stand on the Word of God and pray. For strength to keep going each day and for the needs of my huband and children. God always pulls through. not necessarily the way we think, but better!
 
Posted by corriee (Member # 6705) on :
 
Welcome shorty, I am new here too.
I love discussions that bring out God's glory, and wondrous mercy. I believe that Jesus Christ is the main focus of the written Word as in heaven He is the Worthy One. It is all about Him.
I have four grown children and five grandchildren.
As an Air Force wife for many years, I understand you being alone. It is a hard task.
Stay in the Word, other books are good, but God will speak and lead through His Word, is my belief. I wish I had believed that sooner than I did, and studied more with Him.
Anyway, welcome from me to you.
In Christ
 
Posted by Joy2Tworld (Member # 6764) on :
 
Hi Everybody

Finally i have found a way of talking to people about my faith, apart from my church. I believe i am here to help anybody who needs a question answering, even if i don't know the answer straight away, i will looking up, or ask at church. I believe thats the way God is going to use me at the moment. I hope that i can help people where i live aswell, when i have the confidence. Im glad to have joined.

God Bless
Joy2Tworld
 
Posted by aiopj (Member # 6768) on :
 
You're here for a reason. The Lord's reason.

Good to "see" you!
 
Posted by Lora (Member # 6783) on :
 
Hi there!

My name's Lora and I'm from Varna, Bulgaria. I registered a few days ago and will be posting soon. God bless you all.
 
Posted by Betty Lou (Member # 6713) on :
 
welcome Joy and Lora
betty [hug]
 
Posted by afisherofman (Member # 6899) on :
 
Hi all [Smile] ,

I am a newbee...just joined today and straight from Joy's words "i have found a way of talking to people about my faith, apart from my church."

I wanted to share with all of you a wonderful webpage, especially with Christmas approaching, to use as an invitation to all your unsaved loved ones ....
http://www.frontiernet.net/~jimdandy/specials/xmas.htm

Make sure you have your speakers on

God bless all of you and your families [Bible]

afisherofman
 
Posted by Zeena (Member # 7223) on :
 
Hi! [Big Grin]

Zeena is the pen name I've chosen and I use it wherever I am able so that people can get to know me [Smile] I have a new name on a white stone waiting for me in Heaven tho! HeHe

My witness is here -> http://lol.phpbbnow.com/viewtopic.php?t=13 on my forums [Smile]

I came by to witness your faith [Wink]

Colossians 2:5
For though I am absent in the flesh, yet I am with you in spirit, rejoicing to see your good order and the steadfastness of your faith in Christ.

May God be Glorified in you all! [Smile]
 
Posted by apilgrim2 (Member # 7182) on :
 
I think I posted this link elsewhere on this board, but this is the right place, so here's a little bit about moi.

http://www.geocities.com/thinginajug1@sbcglobal.net/apilgrimtoo.html

I'm so glad I didn't take my Bible and go home too soon, because I am finding some wonderful saints on this board and I'm so pleased I happened upon it (surely by HIS Grace).

In the name of Christ Jesus our LORD and Savior, the Head of His Body Whose members we are, and Who is at the right hand of the Father, and is surely about to STAND UP to receive the crowns and accolades for which only HE IS WORTHY!

Amen,

apilgrim2
 
Posted by Zeena (Member # 7223) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by apilgrim2:
moi.

Oh? Parlez vous francais?
[My husband is french-Canadian [Wink] ]

quote:
http://www.geocities.com/thinginajug1@sbcglobal.net/apilgrimtoo.html
Hiya Michael [Smile]
I'm sister Pat [Wink]

quote:
I'm so glad I didn't take my Bible and go home too soon, because I am finding some wonderful saints on this board and I'm so pleased I happened upon it (surely by HIS Grace).
MEEE TOOO!

When I saw you say you were leaving I prayed the Lord for you! haha

It's important to have sweet fellowship with the Saints! [Big Grin]

For we see glimpses of our Lord in each and every one! [Big Grin]

quote:
In the name of Christ Jesus our LORD and Savior, the Head of His Body Whose members we are, and Who is at the right hand of the Father, and is surely about to STAND UP to receive the crowns and accolades for which only HE IS WORTHY!

Amen,

apilgrim2

John 12:28
Father, glorify thy name. Then came there a voice from heaven, saying, I have both glorified it, and will glorify it again.
 
Posted by apilgrim2 (Member # 7182) on :
 
Sister Pat . . . While I do have a fascination with language in general, I do not speak French . . . I DO love to hear it spoken, and if I could fit twenty-eight hours in a 24hr day I would learn to speak Greek, Hebrew, French, and perhaps Italian.

I am delighted to meetcha, Ma'am!

I have an article I wrote that I'd like to share with you, but I fear it is perhaps too radical to post on a reader-board. If you have no aversion to receiving e-mail from recently met saints, and there are no restrictions in place by Christian BBS, I'd send it your way that way. Feel free to decline by ignoring the question altogether if you like.

-apilgrim2 (Michael in Sacramento, California) grin4all2c@yahoo.com
 
Posted by Zeena (Member # 7223) on :
 
Email is fine with me [Smile]

I'ma sending you an email now so that you have my email address [Smile]
 
Posted by Zeena (Member # 7223) on :
 
Ok sent [Smile]
 
Posted by Chrispy0515 (Member # 8717) on :
 
Greetings everyone; I am a life long believer and ex-church goer in search of a good hangout and this looks as good as any.
 
Posted by Carol Swenson (Member # 6929) on :
 
Hi Chrispy0515 [Smile] Welcome to the Christian BBS!
 
Posted by MagdaTNM (Member # 9749) on :
 
Hello,

I apologize if I’m doing this wrong. I’m just looking to hang out with some believers. I suppose I could do that at church too, but places like this are just easier.

I came from a background that most would consider pretty strange. Of course we all come to Christ from our own little sub-cultures –whatever they are. Some come out of a life of clubbing, or more intellectual sub-cultures but we all get redeemed into Christ. Me- I used to dance a lot at Goth clubs and I still love dancing. I would hang out with pagans, Wiccans, and folks of various “alternative spiritual paths.” I loved going to Ren-faires and staying for the after party, especially if they had a drum circle. I’ve gone camping at the Gathering, ran lights for a band at Burning Man, and danced round the Beltane fire. Like I said – pretty strange and dark.

Now you might well think that some sub-cultures are more dangerous than others and you’d be right. The Lord rescued me from that darkness and I don’t miss it. I am now a member of an incredibly supportive church family in Dallas. They have a Single Parent Family ministry and a recovery ministry that has helped in my healing so much. With so much normalcy and support you think I’d be perfectly comfortable there, but the truth is I’m restless. I don’t miss the darkness, or the danger, and I certainly don’t miss the set of expectations that went with the lifestyle. I have to admit that I do miss hanging out with freaks.

Is that strange – to miss the people? I miss their craziness and their humor. I miss their attitude. – If someone were to suddenly decide to put a candle on their head and start dancing around like a loony, no one would bat an eye or even interrupt the conversation. In fact they’d be more likely to join them than do anything else. With neurologically a-typical friends, all manner of weirdness became acceptable so long as you didn’t hurt anyone. That’s what I miss. Hanging out with straight, cool, intelligent, normal people is safe and sweet but, honestly sometimes it exhausts me.

So, am I the only wierdo who feels like this? Surely there are other believers whom Christ has rescued, that perhaps find themselves running low on “normal” from time to time.
 
Posted by Betty Louise (Member # 7175) on :
 
Welcome, Tamara.

You can be a Christian have fun. Just put a candle on your head and dance in your living room. Seriously, my family is a bunch of weird-0s who love the Lord.
betty
 
Posted by Betty Louise (Member # 7175) on :
 
I always say sanity is over rated. [Wink]
betty
 
Posted by MagdaTNM (Member # 9749) on :
 
For the record, I have no desire to dance about with my hair on fire - but I have seen similar displays. (Many involving fire, come to think of it.) I’m just wondering if other people out there get worn out by the mainstream life like I do. For so much of my life I’ve had to be careful not to “weird the mundanes” or “spook the straights.” Now I AM a mundane. I like it in that I’m surrounded by loving brethren and sistren. It just wears me out sometimes, then I start to feel lonely.
 
Posted by bilbo1952 (Member # 10126) on :
 
I hope im doing this right i;m a real new member i'm almost 60 (11/2 )Happly married (well 99% of the time) 4 adult kids going to lenchwood church of GOD (anderson)22+ years clean &solber work f/t at leupold&steven
 
Posted by Caretaker (Member # 36) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by bilbo1952:
I hope im doing this right i;m a real new member i'm almost 60 (11/2 )Happly married (well 99% of the time) 4 adult kids going to lenchwood church of GOD (anderson)22+ years clean &solber work f/t at leupold&steven

Hello Gary and welcome to the Christian BBS. God bless you and deepest congrats on the sobriety.

I am Drew, married 40 years to my child bride, father of three, grandfather of 8, and great-grandfather of two.
 
Posted by Port Moresby (Member # 10544) on :
 
Greetings,

I live in New Orleans where my wife and I run a Bed and Breakfast.
My hobbies are literature, my three cats and sampling the delicious food of Southern Louisiana.
I also enjoy old-school Jazz music ( I am a huge fan of Chet Baker). I have tried several Christian discussion boards, but so far they have all been disappointing to me. There's so much anger and outright hostility out there on the Internet.
I am searching for a place where reasonable adults can have a civil discussion, even though they might not agree on all things.

I hope this place is it.

Port
 
Posted by walkbyfaith (Member # 10538) on :
 
I believe were restless because we are not doing all we are meant to do. We are holding back because people might think were crazy. If you feel weird because of it join the world. If not take that adventure God is calling you too. If you can't do what your vision is yet don't lose hope. There's a time for everything and we are in the last days.
We need more people to be all out for God. To lead that life committed fully to the leading of the Holy Spirit. God sometimes asks great things and then he sometimes makes small things great. Whatever he is asking take the calling, and do it with his blessing. Praise God from whom All blessings flow.
 
Posted by HelenT (Member # 10992) on :
 
hello there...newbie here from California.
 
Posted by Carol Swenson (Member # 6929) on :
 
Hi Helen [wave3] Welcome to the Christian BBS. We look forward to sharing our love and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ with you. Feel free to participate in ongoing discussions. Dive in!
 
Posted by Tr3vHuston19 (Member # 13727) on :
 
Hello! My name is Trevor. I am 19 years old and live in North Carolina with my family. I just joined this site last month, because when I first visited. It was very inviting, and everyone is nice.

I have a strong love for God. He has, and continues to do amazing things in my life.

I also go to an amazing church, with great friends.

I look forward to meeting and talking with you all. Blessings.
 
Posted by KnowHim (Member # 1) on :
 
[wave3] Hello Trevor it is great to have you join us here. I look forward to reading your posts. Hope you have a wonderful day.

David


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Posted by Betty Louise (Member # 7175) on :
 
Welcome, Trever.

I am 64
Betty
 
Posted by rodofiron (Member # 13879) on :
 
Wow another introduction post this one jumps from 2013 to 2016??

My friends call me T Ray, I'm 60, boys all grown not married, been in ministry 35 yrs. Found this site by accident, just hanging out listening, not to tech savvy but I'll figure it all out?! Good to know ya!
Much love

[clap2]
 
Posted by Betty Louise (Member # 7175) on :
 
Welcome! I am 64, been married 46 years. Two kids two grandkids and one great grand child. Live in Texas.
Betty
 
Posted by rodofiron (Member # 13879) on :
 
Tks Betty Lou!!
How bout dem Houston Cougars?
Beat dem OU Sooners! [wave3]
 
Posted by Endure2TheEnd (Member # 13881) on :
 
Welcome Trevor and rodOfIron! I'm 39, married 15 years to a woman I don't deserve, and wonder how she keeps loving me sometimes. [Smile]

Actually, I think I know why. It's because the love of God is in her heart. I'm so grateful.

Though we may be small in number on this forum (for now), with God on our side we are not outnumbered!
 
Posted by Ablorba (Member # 14122) on :
 
I am glad to share in this bulletin board. Some of the topics can intimidate me, but I can be opinionated too. Hopefully it will out to be love with wisdom and wisdom with love. Hello!
-Sacramento Pine
 
Posted by UCA4J (Member # 16133) on :
 
hello.
found this site/forum, while doing a search for Revelation.
am from Australia.
 
Posted by knowHim (Member # 8) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by UCA4J:
hello.
found this site/forum, while doing a search for Revelation.
am from Australia.

Welcome to the board UCA4J
 
Posted by Betty Louise (Member # 7175) on :
 
Welcome [clap2]
Betty
 
Posted by UCA4J (Member # 16133) on :
 
Thankyou
 




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