creativemechanic Posted May 25, 2017 Group: Diamond Member Followers: 7 Topic Count: 414 Topics Per Day: 0.12 Content Count: 1,273 Content Per Day: 0.36 Reputation: 518 Days Won: 0 Joined: 09/22/2014 Status: Offline Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 I'm confused we're basically agreeing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annette Posted May 25, 2017 Group: Royal Member Followers: 65 Topic Count: 105 Topics Per Day: 0.04 Content Count: 3,568 Content Per Day: 1.39 Reputation: 4,029 Days Won: 7 Joined: 04/12/2017 Status: Offline Share Posted May 25, 2017 On 5/23/2017 at 10:10 PM, creativemechanic said: Theres a cliff in australia that became a popular suicide point. However, one man who lived nearby saved many of these people. When he saw them there prepping to jump, he'd invite them inside for a cup of coffee and a chat. Theres a reason I posted that story, something Ive noticed that we Christians can do that while well intentioned and nothing wrong with it may be not totally correct. Scenario- Bob sees Steve looking down, He asks him if hes ok. Steve says no, Bob then tells him something like God knows your struggle and Ill pray for you and goes about his way. And that's it. He doesnt take the time to ask Steve whats the issue or show any interest. The issue is this-Like the man in the first story, we never know what impact we can have by taking the time to show some interest or concern in peoples lives and issues. By all means pray for them and tell them about Gods love but why not ask them if they want to talk or take the time to try to help? I flat out hate it when Im feeling depressed and when I tell someone they tell me something super spiritual or say theyll pray but dont take the time to at least ask me what happened and Im not the only one who pointes that out. This isnt meant to blast people for being uncaring because Im sure we are but its something I think we all should be mindful of in the situation. Hi CreativeMechanic, thanks so much for your post. It was interesting to read and gives something to think about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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