FaithfulFollower

Born2BFree, This is an interesting topic which you bring into discussion. Honestly, I try to make life meanningful by noticing the small things in life which God has blessed us with instead of man made things which often times lead us all into the way of sin. (Not that I am saying I am never tempted for I am every day and do tend to fall short just as everyone else.) More or less it is the simple things in life that often many claim that youth tend to ignore or neglect to enjoy. Take a simple walk in the park amongst God's creations...in that one can find all the merriment life has to offer. With Love In Christ, Danielle

During many of my current visits to the occasional forums of which I usually visit..I came across a post or two that drew my attention. In the end it turned out to be a real eye opener. Many of those who participate at many of the forums which I am currently active tend to shun if not mock Christianity, or put those who would call themselves Christian believers and place their faith under a test. Christianity I have also come to understand is a growing religion, however if we are truly as popular as people say...why can I not help but feel as though we are more the most shunned religion? For in the U.S. it is offensive for one to say that this is a nation "under God," and prayers in school are looked upon as if they were something grotesque. There is also the matter of same sex marriages being considered as legal, ....they actually have their own color...purple. It is tearing me to shreads to see these things, and it hurts all the more when I stand up for what I believe in my heart only to be laughed at or further tested for I am aware that not all answers can any man give, but only God alone. Does anyone have any thoughts on this matter? With Love In Christ, Danielle

Have only begun to explore the pages of "The Case For Christ." Very interesting read and am very much impressed at the work God does in others lives. Especailly those who once claimed themselves ones not to believe. With Love In Christ, Danielle

J.C., Indeed this is a question many have asked. The answer to this is not one I am certain I can give properly. Yes, God does know our every action, and yes he knows our hearts. It may seem puzzling that God would be able to know our every move even those we have yet to make. Still, each of us must remember we are the creation, and he the creator. God is a mystery to us all, and even with reading his word there may still be things we do not quite comprehend about him. Try to think of Adam and Eve's situation for they were the very first to express the power of free will. God may have known well that the two would sin. However, both were given the choice to do so. This is an interesting post. Please do forgive me if any of this sounded harsh, for that was not my intent. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Pentecost, In such a situation many a believer may find his/herself either feeling discouraged due to the fact that some answers cannot be directly answered, or with the simple fact that this soul does not know the truth. To seek out the truth before posting would be the best answer here. For the truth is the only way. There was indeed a thing or two within the things posted that bring a question or two to mind, but hopefully it will not be something that the good word of God or prayer to him could not answer. I do wish you many blessing in this effort for lost souls that may have no desire to be helped are truly the most difficult to be reasoned with. God Bless. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Unfortunately I am going to have to agree with many of the others who have replied here. For it is indeed written within the scripture that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. Without him...none of us would have salvation seeing as we all fall short of the glory of God. Those who have not yet heard of him will be held in account of those who could have reached them, is what I firmly believe. For it is also written within scriptures that those called to deliver the message who fail to do so will be held accountable for the lost sheep which could have been brought to him. So it is also my firm belief that unless these lost souls are reached, that God alone would know the answer though I do question myself whether or not they would be spared from the fires of hell. For our God is a loving God. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Big Steve, Unfortunately I do not watch the Olympics, though at this current time I am beginning to ponder if that is such a bad thing. It is indeed written within God's word that all things are possible. So it is not difficult to see how this young man which has been through so much could have seen Jesus, as well as his dead loved one. Unfortunately there are too many doubting Thomas' out there, and at times, I am rather pained to say I can be one of them. Though in this particular situation I am inclined to agree with you for it is an outrage that anyone would speak of not only another human being in such a way, but also the one and only son of God in such a manner. It is most shameful. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Obey, I am going to have to agree with LadyC. Sin itself came from our own desire to do as we wish instead of God's will. Take for example Genesis. The story of Adam and Eve is that of the first sin to be committed. Why did Eve sin? Because she found what the fruit of the tree of life interesting and she desired to be like God. God had told her not to eat of the tree of life, but she did any way. Indeed it is our own wishes and desires that are acted upon that often times lead us down the path of sin. Interesting question. God Bless! With Love In Christ, Danielle

Joel, It is not hard to understand you. I too was picked on when I was a young girl about your age. Just remember that with Christ, you are never truly alone. For God the Father is always watching, and with Jesus in your life there is not a thing you cannot get through. As far as advice goes...I know this is going to sound strange, but the next time this girl who has been troubling you does something mean to you....why not try reacting out of love? In other words, when this little lady gets mean to you, do something nice to her in answer. Invite her to sit with you at lunch, or give her compliments. Being kind to your enemy will surely say something in time. This may not be an easy thing to do, but trust me with a little time as well as prayer, should you do this it is bound to make her wonder why she was ever so unkind to you in the first place, if not...then maybe just maybe she may turn over a new leaf. I will be praying for you. Hope I gave you a few things to think about in this situation. Best of wishes. God Bless! With Love In Christ, Danielle

Tsth, This is a very interesting post and it caught my attention rather quickly. Only wish I had seen this sooner. It is difficult not to agree with you for in this world today, churches still condemn as well as shun those who would wish to preach certain messages, or that do not do things as they would see fit. Unfortunately the outside world is not much different. For those who have authority not only over the states, but our country as well now take God out of school, as well as are now seeming open to the possibility of taking him out of the country by their own means. To think that maybe in five years from now we may no longer be able to say certain things due to the fact that not everyone will believe or will find themselves offended on account of another's beliefs. Never would I have imagined that the name of the one and only God, our creator would offend so many. It is really quite sad what this world as well as our churches are coming to. With Love In Christ, Danielle

There is one scriptural verse that is with me daily. Especailly when there are times I become fearful. I have never been one to feel too comfortable about walking the streets at night, even if it is to perform the simple task of walking to the nearest Alsups. Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Faithinheart, It is not impossible that one day this young man which you are currently seeing could be your future mate in life. However, take into account the religious differences, but also keep this in mind. The door of salvation is open to those who are willing to accept Jesus. Though the young man in your life at this current time may not be a believer, perhaps this could be God's way of offering you a chance to minister. Not that I am saying you should push your beliefs upon him, just merely look for the open door or window as well as pray for the current relationship you are in so that God may direct it as he sees fit. OtherOne also gave you some very good advice, look to your elders as well if you see fit. For they are ones that are very highly acknowledged within the bible as well. Though the best counselor as well as friend any of us could ever find is in the Lord if not his son Jesus Christ. I do wish you the best of luck in this situation and hope that things work out for you. God Bless With Love In Christ, Danielle

Obey, You make a valid point there. However, at the time it is God alone who can do anything with the current problems in the relationship right now for I have tried to approach bothy my friend and her fiance in a friendly matter, without attempting to force my religious beliefs upon them. However, as it is also stated within the scripture... 1 John 2:22-24 But we belong to God; that is why when those who know God listen to us. If they do not listen to us, they do not belong to God. That is how we know if someone has the spirit of truth or deception. It is also said within the scripture that should you have quarrels with fellow brothers and sisters and they not listen to you, then to leave it be. Yes, with God all things are possible, but even with us Christians there comes a point in time where we too must step down. The more one preaches the and more one tries even with the intent to help can sometimes only turn for the worse and enrage the one they came to aid. Thank you for your advice. For it is much appreciated. However, I still cannot help but feel the best advice that was given came from Suzanne as well as some reading of the bible. Thank you once again. With Love In Christ, Danielle

brandonjohn, Truly not a comfortable situation and my heart goes out to you in such dark times. The only salvation that I feel anyone can receive is within God's written word. The words of men are often times corrupt and misleading, even those of our leaders or those who are to be the head of the church. Unfortunately I cannot help but feel as though, though your pastor's intentions may be good his encouraging sexual immorality is wrong. Yes, it was a sin for the young woman which you have been aiding to have such a closeness with another young woman...but in her being with you it is not much different. Both are wrong. Look inside your heart, and turn your face to God. If you give the situation to him, and just lift it up in prayer the answers if not within God's written word, should be all the more clear within prayer. I do wish you the best in this most difficult situation. God Bless With Love In Christ, Danielle

Big Steve, As mentioned before there is nothing wrong with asking questions. For the ones that seek God will surely find them if not upon earth then surely upon reaching the pearly gates. You asked a few questions in your post which I could truly understand your curiosity for at least one of them I asked myself before I sought the answers out within God's word. "What is the one mentioned unforgivable sin?" In the scripture, thought at the time I am sad to say I do not have a bible handy, nor do I know the exact location which I found the verse. It is said within the New Testament that the one unforgiveable sin is to curse the Holy Spirit/ or use it in vain. Once again I encourage you to ask questions, however the best answers which any man could find about God, sin, etc is within the word. Truly is a blessing to have you here. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Ayin Jade, This is yet another interesting question. Jesus' unconditional love is what I feel struck the most within the Gospels. For love when unconditional leads to compassion as well as many other pure emotions which Jesus demonstrated upon the Father's behalf. Within the word stories such as the one with Jesus and the woman caught in the act of adultry which is found in John 8:1-11 would perhaps be one of the most striking reads which caught my attention and proved to be a true example of God's love and mercy upon his children. Other than that...Jesus' association with sinners as well as the men that came to be his disciples are yet but another couple of good examples that reveal perhaps the most striking characteristics of Jesus' love for us. Awesome question once again. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Ayin Jade, This is a thought provoking question...the answer is a bit cloudy over here for there is another question that rises with the one which you are asking others opinions on. When were men first saved? Truthfully I do not believe any of us had true salvation until Jesus came to pay the price upon the cross. Will answer the question you posted after giving this post some more thought. Awesome question! With Love In Christ, Danielle

Serotta, It is not the matter of me accepting as well as agreeing that our beliefs are something that none of us can agree on. More or less, it is I who is being shunned because mine are not the same. I have attempted to make it clear that I accept the differences between us, but that I will believe as I do now...however I am called names like hypocrite and such because I do not agree with the beliefs which he currently believes. If I am at all upset or feel at all threatened by the words which he speaks to me, he gets angry with me for being so and reminds me constantly of what hypocrites he believes Christians to be, if not he tries to point out how wrong and bad Christianity is. I am at the end of my rope here when it comes to maintaining my ties with them. Guess the best advice for me is to move ahead/on as Suzanne put it. For in time things may come to change if I pray and just let God deal with it. Thank you all for taking the time out to reply to this. I appologize if any of this sounded harsh, just the whole situation has me rather stressed out. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Big Steve, As many above have said, it is not too late for you. God Bless and I truly hope you are very much blessed in your newfound relationship with Christ. Best of wishes, Glad to have you here. Should you still question your worth there is a book I would like to recomend to you for I too am reading it due to having the same question. "Lord I Need Grace To Make It Today" Unfortunately I am not sure about the author seeing as I do not have the book with me, however it may prove to be a most interesting read. With Love In Christ, Danielle

For the last few weeks, I have been trying to repent of a wrong that I feel I have committed against a friend of mine. For when I first heard of the things that my friend's fiance was taking part in, I did not have a high opinion of him. Ever since then I have been doing what I can to repent of such actions and attempt to get to know him in the only way I can...through chats. However, things only seem to have gotten much worse within that time span. For I have come to discover he is pagan and loves to do nothing more than argue as well as try to prove any and all beliefs that I have wrong. I have tried to be patient and find that should I tell him that anything he said may have upset me, I am called ugly names if not by him then by my once close friend. The last thing that was said to me besides "Christians are hypocrites." As well as a few others which would not be right to post in such a forum. I have been branded one to be overprotective and cruel. Does anyone have advice for me in the particular situation? I know not what else to do...and feel as though I have tried just about everything I can to maintain a good relationship with my friend. With Love In Christ, Danielle

JHZando, I am not too much of a shopper but one cheap food that I know of that could come in handy for a college goer such as myself is Ramen noodles. Other than that, I am not certain, think I will be needing to go to the grocery store. :sweating: With Love In Christ, Danielle

QtfulOfaith, Welcome to WorthyBoards. Unfortunately it sounds as though you are in quite the tough situation. The only wisdom which can be given is for you to pray about this matter, and give it all to God. For within God's word it is written that Christians should not associate with ones such as him and fall into their ways. However, at the same time I think of Christ's example for he did come to save the lost not the found. Still, should your bf/significant other not be open to the thought of accepting or perhaps aiding you in your walk of Faith, it may be best you reconsider your current relationship with this young man. The Lord, as well as man can not be served all at once. It is one way or the other. Do hope that some light has been shed upon this situation and that somehow everything turns out alright for you. Will keep you in my thoughts as well as prayers. God Bless. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Jaqueline, It is not difficult at all to know where you are coming from, for I feel as though I am going through the exact same thing at this point in time. It is amazing all the things which God makes visible to me each and every day. For over the past two weeks, whenever my conscious is not truly focusing on what God's will is for me, it becomes more evident. Especailly when I am doing something wrong. It is a feeling which is a bit difficult to put into words. If I were to try to discribe my situation...it is almost like having a light turned on when you are stealing something...in other words, having light cast on you so that way you are caught in the act. Awesome post! With Love In Christ, Danielle

Mercy, I will be glad to aid in any way that I can. Though I still may be young at heart, this is a service that I feel called to do. May God bless you for having such a open, and loving heart to desire to aid these people as well. For faith is sometimes a little shorter in supply than it should be in many of our lives. Awesome post! Once again, I am more than happy to serve in any way that I can. With Love In Christ, Danielle

Spiritual Warrior, This post reminds me of a bumper sticker my father has upon one of our vehicles in regards to the "Big Bang Theory." God said it and Bang, it happened! What does it matter how the earth was formed? Many of us already know the answer for it is within a three lettered word that many men still have yet to acknowledge...God. With Love In Christ, Danielle