Jesus Christ

[Becky]

"Jesus Christ was a great historical figure who had an enormous impact on the world.

[OneAccord]

Becky, it sounds like you are interested in APOLOGETICS.  This is the art of explaining to unbelievers or false teachers the truth of the Gospel, defending the Bible and what it says.

A lot of people believe this way, like those posts you have made.  The new age way is to kind of make up your own religion as you go along, taking a little from here, a little from there.  Jesus had some good stuff to say, so we'll take a little from Him too.  It's a path wrought with snares, thorns and deceptions and a lot of people are on it.

Where are these quotes coming from, if I might ask?  I think it is very important for Christians to check out these different religious philosposhys and learn how to present the truth to these folks when they can.

[tsth]

Where are these quotes coming from, if I might ask?

[Becky]

Hello everyone,

I posted a reply about where these quotes came from on another topic.  These are quotes from a discussion I had last evening with a friend.  This friend, I have never met, but he obviously has "met" me because of God (I believe that).  The reason I believe that, is because he does not have a "religion," is an older man (50's) and seems to be truly seeking the truth.  I posted the quotes to see what responses I would receive-I don't think quoting scripture will help.  He does believe in God, but in a very different way that is foreign to me.  I have posted about 5 (?) quotes all touching on different issues from last night's discussion.

I don't know about apologetics and quite frankly, I am not interested in teaching anything.  I do feel I have been put in this position of bringing the truth to this individual.  I pray about how to do that.  I was hoping for some    here as well.

Please IM me-any / all of you.  I am seeking help.  Thanks!

[Ovedya]

Becky, here are a few points for your friend to ponder:

Jesus Christ was a great historical figure who had an enormous impact on the world.

[Becky]

Becky, as I posted on the other topic of yours, be very careful in your partnerships, they can get you bound up in confusion.

[tsth]

tsth, you are so correct: I found that I was more confused last night than I had ever felt/not because I didn't stand true in my beliefs, but I felt extremely frustrated and until last night, I had not felt that way.  This is not a "partnership" at all.  I could easily "disappear" from this individual's life (as he can from mine) because we don't really "know" each other/it is an acquaintance online. However, we do end up discussing God and "God issues."  He obviously needs to do that and is seeking answers.

Dear Becky,

Wouldn't it be easier, instead of getting yourself in a bind, to just give him this link to watch and listen to for a while?  That might be more profitable for you both.  For you, in terms of being able to strengthen your understanding, and him in terms of, as you put it, a little more maturity to be able to answer his questions.  It just sounds like you both need some foundation.  JMHO of course.

In His Love,

Suzanne

[Becky]

Thanks, Suzanne...I'll send the site to him.  thanks for the suggestion.

[Guest Boron]

Becky, I have offered many writings on the subject that you believe in.  They can be found in the Occult doctrines section in the site named "Quiet Time Ministries".