Where is Jesus

[tigger398]

I'm getting scared were getting close to tribulation, and one world globe, and president of Iran says he wants to nuke us, and Isreal. Where is rapture in bible. Why isn't he here yet. I'm getting to scared of future.

[Aleksander]

In due time. I'd be more concerned with this fear of yours. Perfect love casts out all fear... something is a miss. Read 1st John and pray over the amazing truths in it. I guess maybe read Matthew 24 and pray over that too. I am sure some things will become more clear.

It'd be a better idea to worry about the spreading of the Gospel and pointing the lost people to Christ than to wait for His return. Also, look after your own spiritual life so you know you'll be ready when the time comes for His return.

[Trusting Jesus]

There is always something to fear, but we trust Jesus to know exactly when the best time for the Rapture will be. I get scared, too, because I really don't want to face pain and suffering. The longer Jesus waits, though, the more chance we have to witness to others and bring othrs to Christ. Remember:

Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. So that we may boldly say, The Lord is my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me. Hebrews 13:5-6

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Nathele

[BlindSeeker]

I'm getting scared were getting close to tribulation, and one world globe, and president of Iran says he wants to nuke us, and Isreal. Where is rapture in bible. Why isn't he here yet. I'm getting to scared of future.

John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace.

In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

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[tigger398]

I want to share Jesus with others, I try to, even though most time I get shut out, but i'm trying to get myself right with him, I can't quit smoking though I've tried.

[Believer1997]

I'm getting scared were getting close to tribulation, and one world globe, and president of Iran says he wants to nuke us, and Isreal. Where is rapture in bible. Why isn't he here yet. I'm getting to scared of future.

Tigger,

A very wise Christian told me that fear is NOT of the Lord. You must have Faith and read the Word and Trust in Jesus. God will decide the time of His coming.

Jeremiah 51:46

Do not lose heart or be afraid when rumors are heard in the land; one rumor comes this year, another the next, rumors of violence in the land and of ruler against ruler.

Matthew 8:26

He replied, "You of little faith, why are you so afraid?" Then he got up and rebuked the winds and the waves, and it was completely calm.

We do not know the time of His Coming - we must always be aware and be prayerful and obedient to God. Worry does not do any good - it is not of God.

[nebula]

I want to share Jesus with others, I try to, even though most time I get shut out, but i'm trying to get myself right with him, I can't quit smoking though I've tried.

We all have sinful habits in our lives that we need to overcome. For some it could be fits of rage, for others gossip, for others murmering and complaining, . . . .

I kow how you feel - believing you need to be the perfect example, the perfect witness, the perfect Chritian, a super soul-winner, . . . .

But this is not Scriptural. "There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus...." (Romans 8).

As a person whose struggled all my life with clinical chronic depression and major depressive episodes, it sounds to me like you are struggling with the same problem. I would always beat myself up, too. (Still do, actually.)

I know it's hard to believe, but the Lord isn't holding a sledge hammer over your head witing for you to do something wrong so that He can bop you over the head with it. Can you believe He would rather you run to Him when you're covered in mud and saying, "Daddy, I fell again," so that He can wipe the mud off of you? Rather than you running away from Him and figuring out how to wipe the mud off yourself on your own?

I'm still coming to terms with this myself.

Let yourself believe He LOVES you. The more you trust in His love, the more His character will be worked in your life . . . without you having to try.

[Trusting Jesus]

I want to share Jesus with others, I try to, even though most time I get shut out, but i'm trying to get myself right with him, I can't quit smoking though I've tried.

Your heart is in the right place -- wanting to share Jesus with others. You don't have to be perfect to do that...none of us are perfect. It is up to each one of us to be a witness for Him, and if we don't get results at least the seeds have been planted. It isn't us doing the saving anyway, it is Christ. We plant the seeds and let God do the rest. As far as smoking, well I don't see a Scripture that says "Thou shalt not smoke". No, it is not healthy for you or others around you, and it is a waste of money. Now, I happen to overeat -- which is not healthy and a waste of money. There are lots of things that we do need to try and overcome, but don't let your lack of perfection stop you from witnessing.

Jesus will come when the time is right.

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Nathele

[tigger398]

I want to share Jesus with others, I try to, even though most time I get shut out, but i'm trying to get myself right with him, I can't quit smoking though I've tried.

Your heart is in the right place -- wanting to share Jesus with others. You don't have to be perfect to do that...none of us are perfect. It is up to each one of us to be a witness for Him, and if we don't get results at least the seeds have been planted. It isn't us doing the saving anyway, it is Christ. We plant the seeds and let God do the rest. As far as smoking, well I don't see a Scripture that says "Thou shalt not smoke". No, it is not healthy for you or others around you, and it is a waste of money. Now, I happen to overeat -- which is not healthy and a waste of money. There are lots of things that we do need to try and overcome, but don't let your lack of perfection stop you from witnessing.

Jesus will come when the time is right.

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Nathele

but it says do not destroy the temple

[Believer1997]

I want to share Jesus with others, I try to, even though most time I get shut out, but i'm trying to get myself right with him, I can't quit smoking though I've tried.

Your heart is in the right place -- wanting to share Jesus with others. You don't have to be perfect to do that...none of us are perfect. It is up to each one of us to be a witness for Him, and if we don't get results at least the seeds have been planted. It isn't us doing the saving anyway, it is Christ. We plant the seeds and let God do the rest. As far as smoking, well I don't see a Scripture that says "Thou shalt not smoke". No, it is not healthy for you or others around you, and it is a waste of money. Now, I happen to overeat -- which is not healthy and a waste of money. There are lots of things that we do need to try and overcome, but don't let your lack of perfection stop you from witnessing.

Jesus will come when the time is right.

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Nathele

but it says do not destroy the temple

Tigger,

As a former smoker - I struggled several times to quit. I finally got down on my knees and begged God for His Help. I asked Him to take this awful burden away from me - to break the bondage. He DID IT!! I haven't smoked for many, many years now. I haven't wanted one - He actually made me dislike the smell of them and I find it almost nauseating. Having more money was good, too!! I have never felt better. So... what I'm trying to say is that it CAN be done. Some people do it like I did and some do it with medical help - but you can do it, you just have to decide that enough is enough. Blessings to you!!