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this is simply word salad you do not address the actual op nor will you respond to my now twice asked reference to same you should know, by the way, that the Bible is not open for individuals to interpret in any way that suits them at any time even truth in the hands of someone who is just spinning their wheels sounds hollow

I guess you are just looking for something to do. Is there a reason you did no answer my question? Do you agree with the OP? Do you support his premise? You seem to dodge and deflect. That kind of gets a person nowhere. As per your thread on 'addictions' leading to an overly long discussion on tatoos, which you appear to encourage, it seems you just want to insert plenty of yeast into the mixture. I'm done.

what are you saying here? I think you have this response confused with the one you posted in another thread where the word affliction is in the verse you applied the word addicted in the verse you quote here would actually be better translated as DEVOTED. However when someone wants to go ahead and do something that is not actually given by God to do, no stone will be unturned in procuring what they might consider as proof or permission to do the thing that is not helpful smh

the actual op is concerning in that the creator of it seems to believe God has told him that all sadness and anxiety is from the devil do you agree with that? every believer is not in the furnace of affliction. let's try to apply scripture in the context of where it is found

So true which is basically deceiving oneself

I have not read the entire thread...maybe about one third of it. The word itself is not actually used to define anything good. I don't see how redefining the meaning of the word helps for a better understanding of the practices of some people either. I have never heard or read of that word being used in a positive way. As far as a 'witness tool' with regards to a Bible verse or something symbolic of Christianity, well, would you brand yourself if tattoos are not currently all the rage? An addiction actually involves changes in the brain that have negative effects upon the person with the addiction. People can and do make up reasons or excuses for things they want to do because they really want to do it....I speak from experience and observation. Studying the Bible is not an addiction. We are to renew our minds with what the Bible states in order to agree with God. So much more could be said but like I said, people will find a way to do something even if their conscience taps them on the shoulder. I think I see quite a bit of that in this thread.

uhhhh....... even Jesus 'felt' sad..He even cried on the other hand, we are told to be anxious for nothing, but feelings that we are not comfortable with are not indicators of impending demon involvement smh

I've never had Red Bull or any other like drink. Coffee. Just dah coffee. I'm a purist.

OK, well time to touchdown from whatever oxygen poor level of the atmosphere someone may be orbiting the earth from THE facts. Nothing but THE facts Caffeine causes your nervous system to speed up and the body may produce sweat to regulate your internal temp. Coffee, is a stimulant and that is why so many of us imbibe first thing in the am...yawning usually accompanies this beverage as we try to take in more oxygen. I'm no doctor but I sure do like my coffee.

Hmmm...should try that some time when I have to get up at 5:30....

yeah...sorry...but that is a very intelligent and active breed and wouldn't be good for a first time owner. Sorry tho. The lab service dog maybe...maybe...but sounds like yr mom has unrealistic expectations. I just recently met a lady when I went for a routine eye exam and she actually had a lab...just turning 2...and she was in a wheelchair and still working on the behavior of her dog...which incidentally happened to be a yellow lab...they come in other colors . I don't think you necessarily have to give up on the idea of a dog; meet or talk to different rescues for specific breeds maybe and they might be able to suggest a dog that is calm and not too active. I happen to own a very active breed but for a fact they do sometimes come in calm...but not hairless. Maybe attend some obedience classes without a dog ... possibly an instructor might be amenable to letting you see how it goes... and get an idea of commitment and the work involved. There really are many options, but sounds like your mom and anyone else involved might have to get onboard with you and for you. all the best!

This is a really really great suggestion! I've had dogs forever and a half and it's just 2nd nature to me to take care of them. Someone who has never had the pleasure, does need to understand all that is required and fostering would be the way to go to see if adopting a dog or pup would work. Not sure if rescues will give a dog or pup to foster to someone with no experience, but certainly worth a try!

really, the only way to God is through His Son and the only way to receive God's salvation is through His Son works do not save and the commandments do not save salvation is found only in Christ all those found in Christ are there by faith and without faith it is impossible to please God is God pleased then with those that are His? yes in fact He is because He has provided the most perfect way of salvation and frankly, He is a bit put off by those who claim their works have any merit other than to show growth in Christ and being led of His Spirit really, we have nothing at all without Christ's final act of obedience and even in our very best moments and achievements, we are still not justified in anything but the blood of Christ and faith in His work no use to debate it or argue about it. I mean go ahead and do so but you miss what is really being said if you choose to do that scripture will never agree with the statement that if you do not have works to show you are not really saved. an entire nation had nothing but works and we know how that went

nope

nope

That IS what was expressed in your op. Too many people seem to think the way to 'hear' God or from God, means you needs some ultra spiritual experience that gives you goosebumps for 2 weeks.

Just another skewed view of what scripture actually states...ho hum moving on is a good idea though

A little snappy then?

Well Paul said but we don't really know whether or not you do. And you also do not know whether others speak more than do you. What are you trying to prove exactly? There are ZERO commendations for those who speak in tongues in scripture Much to be said about the fruit of the Spirit though...tongues not being one of them but bridling the tongue most likely

Then don't!

God looks on the heart.

Cute, but not quite truthful ? ( my huskies do admire those athletes though; but the race does not start until March 4/23....so that would be a looooooong wait As for the not quite truthful part, you did not miss anything as you stated You acknowledged having read all my posts...as you know...which means you chose to just move on and not respond to the last one where I stated I do not see how you can take that prophecy from the OT and apply it to speaking in tongues in the new. That is your choice, but don't try to make it seem I am rude to you You might consider this though, with regards to tongues: 21 In the Law it is written: “With other tongues and through the lips of foreigners I will speak to this people, but even then they will not listen to me, says the Lord.” 22 Tongues, then, are a sign, not for believers but for unbelievers; prophecy, however, is not for unbelievers but for believers. I Corinthians 14 So we see that tongues are not all an indication that people are under judgement for using that gift No response necessary as you indicated you preferred to move on Thanks

Not at all. I am not nor have ever been Pentecostal. God is not Pentecostal, nor is Jesus and the Holy Spirit is not Pentecostal. All do not speak in tongues and all do not prophesy, interpret or think they are better because they do. None of the gifts are necessary for salvation. ONLY the blood of Christ cleanses us from our sin. The gifts are not worth a thing if they do not really represent the love of Christ. Many wish to be noticed and considered a prophet in this age. Or a teacher. They will have more to answer for then those who are humble before God and respect the fact that God gives the gifts through His Spirit. I would consider what you say 'false advertising'

Listen, don't switch tactics now. You object to acknowledging the birth of Christ no matter what the date How about those angels though, right?

I Corinthians 14 con't 22Tongues, then, are a sign, not for believers, but for unbelievers. Prophecy, however, is for believers, not for unbelievers. 23So if the whole church comes together and everyone speaks in tongues, and some who are uninstructed or some unbelievers come in, will they not say that you are out of your minds? 24But if an unbeliever or uninstructed person comes in while everyone is prophesying, he will be convicted and called to account by all, 25and the secrets of his heart will be made known. So he will fall facedown and worship God, proclaiming, “God is truly among you!” Orderly Worship 26What then shall we say, brothers? When you come together, everyone has a psalm or a teaching, a revelation, a tongue, or an interpretation. All of these must be done to build up the church. 27If anyone speaks in a tongue, two, or at most three, should speak in turn, and someone must interpret. 28But if there is no interpreter, he should remain silent in the church and speak only to himself and God. 29Two or three prophets should speak, and the others should weigh carefully what is said. 30And if a revelation comes to someone who is seated, the first speaker should stop. 31For you can all prophesy in turn so that everyone may be instructed and encouraged. 32The spirits of prophets are subject to prophets. 33For God is not a God of disorder, but of peace—as in all the churches of the saints.d 34Women are to be silent in the churches. They are not permitted to speak, but must be in submission, as the law says. 35If they wish to inquire about something, they are to ask their own husbands at home; for it is dishonorable for a woman to speak in the church.e 36Did the word of God originate with you? Or are you the only ones it has reached? 37If anyone considers himself a prophet or spiritual person, let him acknowledge that what I am writing you is the Lord’s command. 38But if anyone ignores this, he himself will be ignored.f 39So, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in tongues. 40But everything must be done in a proper and orderly manner.