Need advise

[DellaRobinson]

Hi. I have not been on here for such a long time as I have been rather busy and have had a lot of problems. My Dad thinks I read to much of the bible and says I think of Jesus too much. He also says the bible has changed me too much. He told me once that church was after my money and that it don't always tell the truth. My own friends are trying to tempt me and mislead me, as some of you know. I get called a bible basher. I felt like I had to get it of my chest so thanks for reading. Oh sorry you lot. I forgot what advise I really need. what can I do about this? If you can help thank you.

Edited February 8, 2007 by DellaRobinson

[Oh Hamburgers!]

Hi. I have not been on here for such a long time as I have been rather busy and have had a lot of problems. My Dad thinks I read to much of the bible and says I think of Jesus too much. He also says the bible has changed me too much. He told me once that church was after my money and that it don't always tell the truth. My own friends are trying to tempt me and mislead me, as some of you know. I get called a bible basher. I felt like I had to get it of my chest so thanks for reading

What type of advice are you looking for? It sounds like you don't have the greatest of friends, and I think it ironic that they call you the "bible basher" when it sounds like they are "bashing" you!

Stick to your guns is my advice, and do what you feel is right.

Out of curiosity, just how much Bible reading do you do?

[Iryssa]

Hi. I have not been on here for such a long time as I have been rather busy and have had a lot of problems. My Dad thinks I read to much of the bible and says I think of Jesus too much. He also says the bible has changed me too much. He told me once that church was after my money and that it don't always tell the truth. My own friends are trying to tempt me and mislead me, as some of you know. I get called a bible basher. I felt like I had to get it of my chest so thanks for reading

The world is usually against us like that. It sounds like your dad might have had some bad experiences in the past with churches, so do deal with him gently. He doesn't see things the way we do. Pray for him and your friends lots.

Christ said "I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." John 16:33 (emphasis mine)

In highschool I was given the nickname "Churchey," and it wasn't meant to be complimentary...not that I took too much offense at it (something that frustrated them all the more). "Bible Thumper" was another one I heard, as did my friend Tiffany (who would promptly reply "I don't thump Bibles, I don't bash them, I READ them." ).

Don't forget...you're not alone

I recommend the book "Jesus Freaks," compiled by DC Talk and Amnesty International. Also, DC Talk's music was a huge encouragement to me during that time.

[Joshua-777]

Hi, I've been in simular situations, I lost most my friends when I became a christian, many old friends told me I read the bible too much, or refer to Jesus too much, lets look at the truth in this matter.

This world looks at Jesus too little, and many don't read the bible at all, the changes that Jesus is making in your life is contrary to the world, so the world is against it, The wicked will always try to scatter the righteous, and satan is a master of lies, and disception. You can never read the bible too much, and you can never grow in Jesus, and think of Jesus where it is a bad change, The more you think of Jesus, the more you stay grounded in him, the more you study the bible, the more you know about him, and the more amo you have for spiritual battles satan will put you in, Keep the fire burning, and when someone trys to put it out, it's only because satan doesnt like that fire, and doesnt want you near Jesus. Do not be conformed to this world, but transformed by the Holy Spirit.

Peace and blessings in Christ.

Josh

[Floatingaxe]

Keep it up, Della!

[sotphmfm]

You keep going, don't let the devil stray you from your path.

Let no man tear you away from God or put evil thoughts in your mind.

The more you read the Word of God the wiser you will become and the more people you will ultimatly bring to Christ.

It sounds like you might still be in school and that can be the hardest time but have faith that you are doing what is right and that the Lord God will correct and instruct you when the devil is running circles around you. I agree you have him nervous but you stick to it.

You've gotten alot of good advice here from all who have responded.

You made me pull out my Bible and I would type it but it is a little long for my hunt and peck

Proverbs 3 (read this and you will know)

[DellaRobinson]

Thank you. I will do all that. What bothers me is the fact my Dad was a Christian and to turn around and tell me that I read too much of the bible and that I am too Christian...The first thing I wondered was why has people changed so much. My own best friend in the world doesn't want to talk to me. Yes I have lost my friends. But now I think of it some good has come of it.

I was on the bus going to college. my friend (I met her on that day) Sat next to me and she looked at the bible i was reading. I saw her look at it and I thought shes going to make fun of me now for being a Christian. Another one who's going to hate me. I put my bible in my bag. She smiled at me and said I am Christian too. there is a youth club at the church would you like to come? There are people the same age as you. 16. I was just shocked

I thought that it was too good to be true. A group of Christians the same age as me going to this youth club. (Something I prayed for) I thought too myself. They are probably pretending to be Christians for the fun of the youth club and to mislead. You know what fake Christians do. But I thought I would go along and see.

I got at the youth club and I couldn't believe my eyes. A group of Christians were indeed reading their own bibles and singing praise songs. Whats more shocking was that they were indeed my age and they lived near me.

It was amazing I couldn't believe my wish had come true.

[sotphmfm]

I just thought of something else, your dad might be a bit envious of you because you have a closer walk with God than he does. Sometimes the young can see things more clearly because they aren't as worldly. Sometimes parents have a hard time dealing with their children exceding their status.

My suggestion pray for your dad and maybe if you can find the right words sit down and talk to him. You know him, you might be able to get through to him where no one else could. Just make sure you pray for God to give you the words and to open his heart so that he will understand.

Will continue to pray for you both.