Personal things have happened. But I'd like to share anyways.
I've been a rebellious child to God...I was easily drawn into temptation and sin. I had fallen away from Jesus...he was just a side dish. Turning back to God began on father's day...that's the day I met another family that had come to live in Canada. They had two beautiful daughters and I'd like to say they had partial influence on my journey back to God. They demonstrated love that the Lord can give me. I was blessed with this family. As we began getting closer...our relationship began getting stronger. It was all good....filled with joy and happiness. Until September...that's when the downfall occured. They became distant from me...and I'm sure I haven't done anything wrong to them. I turned away from my friends which were a bad influence to me...they got me to do : from drugs, destroying property, to fighting etc. I turned away from my wicked ways for God and partially for the girls. I have severed relationships that influence me on doing wicked things. Where was I? September was the downfall of our relationship. They have become distant, unloving, rude, obnoxious. They put a stop to any conversation I try to start...but before they do...they'd have to "smirk" and laugh at my attempt. Devestated and angry I began falling away from them. I am truly confused...are they full of love? was their love fake? they sure were not expressing love to me anymore. I don't feel welcome to their presence anymore. And I realized that God has been through me...he has forgiven me since forever. He never stops loving me, he never becomes distant. He is always there. He is the I am. Last two months...I've been sad and depressed. I know that me and the girls relationship will always be tense and distant. It will never go back to what it was before. Really hurt and heart broken. They were the only friends that would not steer me into evil. I've asked God to heal my broken heart....but it is progressing slowly. I ask...that you guys please pray for me.
Full Version: Tough Months
You will be in my prayers LemuelReyes!
Ro 8:18 FOR I RECKON THAT THE SUFFERINGS OF THIS PRESENT TIME ARE NOT WORTHY TO BE COMPARED WITH THE GLORY WHICH SHALL BE REVEALED IN US.
Jud 6:12 And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him, and said unto him, THE LORD IS WITH THEE, THOU MIGHTY MAN OF VALOUR.
In Him
Traveller
Ro 8:18 FOR I RECKON THAT THE SUFFERINGS OF THIS PRESENT TIME ARE NOT WORTHY TO BE COMPARED WITH THE GLORY WHICH SHALL BE REVEALED IN US.
Jud 6:12 And the angel of the LORD appeared unto him, and said unto him, THE LORD IS WITH THEE, THOU MIGHTY MAN OF VALOUR.
In Him
Traveller
It's really important to forgive even when you don't see people repenting. We need to be a solid base on the one hand...and a soft place to fall on the other.
FORGIVE!!! LOVE!!! BE LONG SUFFERING!!! Someones soul is hanging on to you.
FORGIVE!!! LOVE!!! BE LONG SUFFERING!!! Someones soul is hanging on to you.
QUOTE(LemuelReyes @ Nov 8 2005, 01:30 AM)
Personal things have happened. But I'd like to share anyways.
I've been a rebellious child to God...I was easily drawn into temptation and sin. I had fallen away from Jesus...he was just a side dish. Turning back to God began on father's day...that's the day I met another family that had come to live in Canada. They had two beautiful daughters and I'd like to say they had partial influence on my journey back to God. They demonstrated love that the Lord can give me. I was blessed with this family. As we began getting closer...our relationship began getting stronger. It was all good....filled with joy and happiness. Until September...that's when the downfall occured. They became distant from me...and I'm sure I haven't done anything wrong to them. I turned away from my friends which were a bad influence to me...they got me to do : from drugs, destroying property, to fighting etc. I turned away from my wicked ways for God and partially for the girls. I have severed relationships that influence me on doing wicked things. Where was I? September was the downfall of our relationship. They have become distant, unloving, rude, obnoxious. They put a stop to any conversation I try to start...but before they do...they'd have to "smirk" and laugh at my attempt. Devestated and angry I began falling away from them. I am truly confused...are they full of love? was their love fake? they sure were not expressing love to me anymore. I don't feel welcome to their presence anymore. And I realized that God has been through me...he has forgiven me since forever. He never stops loving me, he never becomes distant. He is always there. He is the I am. Last two months...I've been sad and depressed. I know that me and the girls relationship will always be tense and distant. It will never go back to what it was before. Really hurt and heart broken. They were the only friends that would not steer me into evil. I've asked God to heal my broken heart....but it is progressing slowly. I ask...that you guys please pray for me.
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I've been a rebellious child to God...I was easily drawn into temptation and sin. I had fallen away from Jesus...he was just a side dish. Turning back to God began on father's day...that's the day I met another family that had come to live in Canada. They had two beautiful daughters and I'd like to say they had partial influence on my journey back to God. They demonstrated love that the Lord can give me. I was blessed with this family. As we began getting closer...our relationship began getting stronger. It was all good....filled with joy and happiness. Until September...that's when the downfall occured. They became distant from me...and I'm sure I haven't done anything wrong to them. I turned away from my friends which were a bad influence to me...they got me to do : from drugs, destroying property, to fighting etc. I turned away from my wicked ways for God and partially for the girls. I have severed relationships that influence me on doing wicked things. Where was I? September was the downfall of our relationship. They have become distant, unloving, rude, obnoxious. They put a stop to any conversation I try to start...but before they do...they'd have to "smirk" and laugh at my attempt. Devestated and angry I began falling away from them. I am truly confused...are they full of love? was their love fake? they sure were not expressing love to me anymore. I don't feel welcome to their presence anymore. And I realized that God has been through me...he has forgiven me since forever. He never stops loving me, he never becomes distant. He is always there. He is the I am. Last two months...I've been sad and depressed. I know that me and the girls relationship will always be tense and distant. It will never go back to what it was before. Really hurt and heart broken. They were the only friends that would not steer me into evil. I've asked God to heal my broken heart....but it is progressing slowly. I ask...that you guys please pray for me.
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A word
My Fire cannot be quenched by unwilling variance to MY doctrine. Sleight of hand is prevalent in the domain of darkness. The Kingdom of Light and the kingdom of darkness rub shoulders constantly like two colliding icebergs. Icebergs float in storm tossed seas and are captive to the wind and waves. My disciples had Me in the boat during that storm. I AM in the boat with you also. Speak to the storm and I will cause it to abate and to subside. Do not be perplexed by temptation, which is all around you. You are in the world, but not of the world. Have a ready mind to do My will. Work out your salvation with fear and trembling and I will be with you."
"I speak to you, but you do not hear. I have not left you alone. I am with you, fear not. I have a plan. I promised that I would lead the way and I am faithful to My word. Take comfort in Me. Stop, listen and be still for I am with you. Come, take My hand. Follow Me. My plan in you will be completed - come to pass. Your journey is predestined in Me. Know I have never left you. I LOVE YOU. Reach out in faith. Find your strength in Me. Let go, let Me carry the load."
My dear, it has been my humble experience that true colors come out and were never really gone, only temporarily masked more often than not. But a very wise woman once told me (you remember little "gems" through life that are meaningless to others), don't judge a religion (faith) by one member.
It sounds like their love was conditional. We don't laways know what we do to break that condition....it would be easier if that sort of relationship was out front and stated, "OK, I love you as long as X" but no one will do that. We aren't supposed to do that and it is kept secret when it is done.
Jesus loves unconditionally. That means no matter what you do. No matter what you do. People are not Jesus. We need Jesus because of that. Remember the weakness in your brothers and sisters and it will help the hurt. You may never know what the condition was that you broke. We RARELY do. So few honest individuals with so little to loose that they can be so honest......that is what was so great about old prophets. They lived in tents in the wilderness and had nothing to loose from people. People now won't usually get down to that. We surround ourselves with things that make us be dishonest to keep them and our "lifestyle" and how society views us.
Look inward like the prophets. Do what YOU know is right. Clean up the rest you haven't yet....you are busy doing great things!! But look to God, look to Jesus, not us. We will fail you dear one. We all will fail you miserably.
Jesus will never fail you. It ain't a white thing, it ain't a black thing, it's a Jesus thing so do the right thing. You can always come here for a drink of water.
leia
It sounds like their love was conditional. We don't laways know what we do to break that condition....it would be easier if that sort of relationship was out front and stated, "OK, I love you as long as X" but no one will do that. We aren't supposed to do that and it is kept secret when it is done.
Jesus loves unconditionally. That means no matter what you do. No matter what you do. People are not Jesus. We need Jesus because of that. Remember the weakness in your brothers and sisters and it will help the hurt. You may never know what the condition was that you broke. We RARELY do. So few honest individuals with so little to loose that they can be so honest......that is what was so great about old prophets. They lived in tents in the wilderness and had nothing to loose from people. People now won't usually get down to that. We surround ourselves with things that make us be dishonest to keep them and our "lifestyle" and how society views us.
Look inward like the prophets. Do what YOU know is right. Clean up the rest you haven't yet....you are busy doing great things!! But look to God, look to Jesus, not us. We will fail you dear one. We all will fail you miserably.
Jesus will never fail you. It ain't a white thing, it ain't a black thing, it's a Jesus thing so do the right thing. You can always come here for a drink of water.
leia
Leia says:
"Jesus loves unconditionally. That means no matter what you do. No matter what you do. People are not Jesus".
I want to be like him...
"Jesus loves unconditionally. That means no matter what you do. No matter what you do. People are not Jesus".
I want to be like him...
Thank you guys! You're posts are very comforting. I see Jesus in all of you. Thank you.
LemuelReyes Your relationship with God is your relationship with Him. Not through other people. Why should our relationships either negative or positive with other faulty human beings affect our relationship with God.
Was Noah admired by other men? Did His relationship with other men undermine His relationship with God? His relationship with God was independent to His relationship with other people.
We are told that the end days will be like the days of Noah.
Matthew 24:37
But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be.
We have to be prepared to stand with God alone if needs be.
All Praise The Ancient Of Days
Was Noah admired by other men? Did His relationship with other men undermine His relationship with God? His relationship with God was independent to His relationship with other people.
We are told that the end days will be like the days of Noah.
Matthew 24:37
But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be.
We have to be prepared to stand with God alone if needs be.
All Praise The Ancient Of Days
QUOTE(Adstar @ Nov 8 2005, 08:14 PM)
Matthew 24:37
But as the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be.
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I am going to break in this area and ask a question about this post. I have been wondering about this. Just how much like the days of Noah are we talking about. There were a few really scarlythings that happened just before the flood. Is this a general statement of lawlessness, or specific things?
Didn't the fallen angels perpare bodies to house their spirit and take women and have real mean, giant offspring?
Maybe it just mean general lawlessness....
leia
Hey Lemuel,
I'm sorry to hear about the rejection and apparently shallowness of thier love. It must be painful. But the one who was rejected without cause, he does know you and love you.
You said that you don't have any true friends or something like that. Have you found a body of believers to fellowship with who know how show God's love? Unless you're in the woods or something similar, they're nearby somewhere and that is love worth finding. You won't find perfection, but you should find comfort and true friendship. A lifestyle of Godly fellowship will help you walk the narrow path easier. You've found it in part on this forum, and we're glad for the wise loving people here.
Think on those things that are good, lovely, just and of a good report.
Your Bro, David
I'm sorry to hear about the rejection and apparently shallowness of thier love. It must be painful. But the one who was rejected without cause, he does know you and love you.
You said that you don't have any true friends or something like that. Have you found a body of believers to fellowship with who know how show God's love? Unless you're in the woods or something similar, they're nearby somewhere and that is love worth finding. You won't find perfection, but you should find comfort and true friendship. A lifestyle of Godly fellowship will help you walk the narrow path easier. You've found it in part on this forum, and we're glad for the wise loving people here.
Think on those things that are good, lovely, just and of a good report.
Your Bro, David
QUOTE(chrio39 @ Nov 8 2005, 10:42 PM)
Hey Lemuel,
I'm sorry to hear about the rejection and apparently shallowness of thier love. It must be painful. But the one who was rejected without cause, he does know you and love you.
You said that you don't have any true friends or something like that. Have you found a body of believers to fellowship with who know how show God's love? Unless you're in the woods or something similar, they're nearby somewhere and that is love worth finding. You won't find perfection, but you should find comfort and true friendship. A lifestyle of Godly fellowship will help you walk the narrow path easier. You've found it in part on this forum, and we're glad for the wise loving people here.
Think on those things that are good, lovely, just and of a good report.
Your Bro, David
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I'm sorry to hear about the rejection and apparently shallowness of thier love. It must be painful. But the one who was rejected without cause, he does know you and love you.
You said that you don't have any true friends or something like that. Have you found a body of believers to fellowship with who know how show God's love? Unless you're in the woods or something similar, they're nearby somewhere and that is love worth finding. You won't find perfection, but you should find comfort and true friendship. A lifestyle of Godly fellowship will help you walk the narrow path easier. You've found it in part on this forum, and we're glad for the wise loving people here.
Think on those things that are good, lovely, just and of a good report.
Your Bro, David
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As sad as it sounds I have very few friends. The only people I found comfort in.. were my God, family, those girls, and this forum. My friends are too "gangster". They hit on my body as if it were a punching bag. That's why I am trying to severe our relationship. They are not good...I don't feel accepted around them. So now the only thing thats keeping me happy is God, family, and this forum. Oh and those girls were christians I might add. I hope our relationship takes it shape again.
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As sad as it sounds I have very few friends. The only people I found comfort in.. were my God, family, those girls, and this forum. My friends are too "gangster". They hit on my body as if it were a punching bag. That's why I am trying to severe our relationship. They are not good...I don't feel accepted around them. So now the only thing thats keeping me happy is God, family, and this forum. Oh and those girls were christians I might add. I hope our relationship takes it shape again.
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I hope so too. I have been there where God is your only comfort. But I found him to be a great comfort and with that time came a death to self that was painful yet necessary. It has impacted everything since. I can tell you 'this too shall pass'.
I still can't overstate the need for a body of like minded believers to felowship with that will continually challenge and draw ministry out of you.
I too draw from the deep well of those on this forum. Like a congregation, there are those that we identify with more closely than others. It is a great 2nd source of good fellowship. Nothing beats a warm smile from a brother or sister in Christ who genuinely is glad to see you.
Keep the faith brother & know that there are many of us here who appreciate you. David
As sad as it sounds I have very few friends. The only people I found comfort in.. were my God, family, those girls, and this forum. My friends are too "gangster". They hit on my body as if it were a punching bag. That's why I am trying to severe our relationship. They are not good...I don't feel accepted around them. So now the only thing thats keeping me happy is God, family, and this forum. Oh and those girls were christians I might add. I hope our relationship takes it shape again.
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I hope so too. I have been there where God is your only comfort. But I found him to be a great comfort and with that time came a death to self that was painful yet necessary. It has impacted everything since. I can tell you 'this too shall pass'.
I still can't overstate the need for a body of like minded believers to felowship with that will continually challenge and draw ministry out of you.
I too draw from the deep well of those on this forum. Like a congregation, there are those that we identify with more closely than others. It is a great 2nd source of good fellowship. Nothing beats a warm smile from a brother or sister in Christ who genuinely is glad to see you.
Keep the faith brother & know that there are many of us here who appreciate you. David
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As sad as it sounds I have very few friends. The only people I found comfort in.. were my God, family, those girls, and this forum. My friends are too "gangster". They hit on my body as if it were a punching bag. That's why I am trying to severe our relationship. They are not good...I don't feel accepted around them. So now the only thing thats keeping me happy is God, family, and this forum. Oh and those girls were christians I might add. I hope our relationship takes it shape again.
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I hope so too. I have been there where God is your only comfort. But I found him to be a great comfort and with that time came a death to self that was painful yet necessary. It has impacted everything since. I can tell you 'this too shall pass'.
I still can't overstate the need for a body of like minded believers to felowship with that will continually challenge and draw ministry out of you.
I too draw from the deep well of those on this forum. Like a congregation, there are those that we identify with more closely than others. It is a great 2nd source of good fellowship. Nothing beats a warm smile from a brother or sister in Christ who genuinely is glad to see you.
Keep the faith brother & know that there are many of us here who appreciate you. David
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Hi Lemuel,
Will be praying for you too....and amen to your honest posting!
THIS TOO!
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And I realized that God has been through me...he has forgiven me since forever. He never stops loving me, he never becomes distant. He is always there. He is the I am.
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You go girl! See, God is showing you...HUMILITY AND WISDOM!!
May God bless you.
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As sad as it sounds I have very few friends. The only people I found comfort in.. were my God, family, those girls, and this forum. My friends are too "gangster". They hit on my body as if it were a punching bag. That's why I am trying to severe our relationship. They are not good...I don't feel accepted around them. So now the only thing thats keeping me happy is God, family, and this forum. Oh and those girls were christians I might add. I hope our relationship takes it shape again.
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I hope so too. I have been there where God is your only comfort. But I found him to be a great comfort and with that time came a death to self that was painful yet necessary. It has impacted everything since. I can tell you 'this too shall pass'.
I still can't overstate the need for a body of like minded believers to felowship with that will continually challenge and draw ministry out of you.
I too draw from the deep well of those on this forum. Like a congregation, there are those that we identify with more closely than others. It is a great 2nd source of good fellowship. Nothing beats a warm smile from a brother or sister in Christ who genuinely is glad to see you.
Keep the faith brother & know that there are many of us here who appreciate you. David
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Hi Lemuel,
Will be praying for you too....and amen to your honest posting!
THIS TOO!
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And I realized that God has been through me...he has forgiven me since forever. He never stops loving me, he never becomes distant. He is always there. He is the I am.
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You go girl! See, God is showing you...HUMILITY AND WISDOM!!
May God bless you.
Hi Lemuel
I have been in your shoes and still there.
I have alot of friends but we have nothing in common any more. I have moved not them. I have moved closer to Christ and will never go back. They say I have changed and I have. It is a good feeling I have. I have so much more freedrom now. I can smile and mean it. There is nothing fake about me. They say they like the change but I dont see them as much anymore and that is ok.
They forum is great because I was searching for a place to go and fellowship with other Christains. We are being lead here for a purpose.
I dont want what is in the world any more I only want what is in my heart.
I will pray for you. We are all here for you.
Maybe your witness to them will shine on them.
Kim
I have been in your shoes and still there.
I have alot of friends but we have nothing in common any more. I have moved not them. I have moved closer to Christ and will never go back. They say I have changed and I have. It is a good feeling I have. I have so much more freedrom now. I can smile and mean it. There is nothing fake about me. They say they like the change but I dont see them as much anymore and that is ok.
They forum is great because I was searching for a place to go and fellowship with other Christains. We are being lead here for a purpose.
I dont want what is in the world any more I only want what is in my heart.
I will pray for you. We are all here for you.
Maybe your witness to them will shine on them.
Kim
Great testimony Kim
We are indeed lead here for a purpose. May all of God's purposes in this be fulfilled. David
QUOTE(kim48 @ Nov 9 2005, 10:29 PM)
They forum is great because I was searching for a place to go and fellowship with other Christains. We are being lead here for a purpose.
I dont want what is in the world any more I only want what is in my heart.
I will pray for you. We are all here for you.
Maybe your witness to them will shine on them.
Kim
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I dont want what is in the world any more I only want what is in my heart.
I will pray for you. We are all here for you.
Maybe your witness to them will shine on them.
Kim
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We are indeed lead here for a purpose. May all of God's purposes in this be fulfilled. David
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