Who Has Inspired You on Worthy Boards?

[Catsmeow]

This isn't intended to be a question of "who do you like" or "who is your 'buddy'".

I can honestly say I'm inspired by so many people for different reasons and some people don't "inspire me" necessarily but they are my dearest of friends. Those are the ones I say are "fun" to be with and have a friendship with.

I hope it's okay to share a little about who's actually inspired me spiritually or helped me to grow in my faith.

The main person I know who's done this has been Dr. Luke (Dave). He's been an inspiration to me because he's so on fire for Jesus, he's contagious. It's had a effect on me and stirred up my longings for the Lord.

Another person is Snowdoove, (Patricia) because she endures so much pain and suffering, I can better handle my own when I see how hard she has it. I think I have it rough at times until I see what she's going through.

What makes it hard is she does it without a spouse or family for support. She's an inspiration for me to persevere.

And Yukon (Cindi) because she is one of the most generous, caring and sensitive people I've ever met, so Jesus shines right through her.

There are so many people who are an awesome witness...but these three have just been a powerful influence in my life lately, as I've gone through some tough trials in my personal life.

[Guest LadyC]

i think i'd have to say george... he's so totally reliant upon the Lord, working faithfully to build a ministry over in israel, and raising a family there despite all the instability.

next i'd have to say JP1... he is unwavering and unapologetic in his faith.

and God-man, who has the temprament of a saint! even when he chastises someone for getting out of line he does it in a manner that is uplifting. and i know this from experience!

[hippo's hope is HIM]

Who has inspired me on Worthy?? There are so many of you.

Saved By Grace. Brother, you were one of the first to talk to me. Your humbleness, and kindness just amazes me. You ALWAYS have a verse handy. And your Biblical knowledge as well as godly wisdom inspires me to read the Word.

GymRose,Travellar and Nebula what can I say? These 3 ladies have changed my life. I have talked to them about things no one knows of. They are open, honest, caring, full of Christ. He seeps out of them and onto me. Their boldness to proclaim the truth. They have inspired me to despite if it is uncomfortable to talk. To talk about my past. By talking about it, not only would it help someone else to heal, but also heal me. Wise. Oh ladies, I thank you. Thank you for not shunning me because I am a teen, for opening your arms to me. For loving me, and for helping me. You ladies have a special place in my heart. thank you for listening to me, and for talking back. For your prayers, and for your laughter. You ladies rock!!!!

Icpguy. My Grampa. Whom I love. Ya'll, he pm's me all the time. No matter what the convo is about he ALWAYS makes me smile. He has like a kajillion names for me too. Bethable, and bethy and some really strange ones LOL. But He always speaks the truth. He prays for me like no ones business. He has inspired me to stop and pray. He is so funny, and yet he always glorifies God in all that he says. Even when in the valley, he continued to look up, to praise God, and to seek Him.

And so many have inspired me in little ways too. Cats, BoldlyPC, Donna, Shazza, Kitkat, LadyC. You ladies are so awesome. You press on despite what is going on. You all are so loving , and warm.

You all have helped me to move on in my life. To see all the good in things. To ask for help. To pray for others. To be encouraging, and yet to know that sometimes it is okay to be sad. To talk. To Trust in The Lord. To ask questions. To read the Bible. To pray for others. So many ways, I can't even describe.

Thank you all from the bottom of my heart. :hug: :hug: :hug:

Good idea Cats. :hug: :hug:

[stilllearnin']

I'd say LadyC has inspired mewith her good advice! :hug:

[BoldlyProclaimingChrist]

Well I haven't been a member here for too long but the people I've pm'd have always been a pleasure to talk to - most recently my new friend Hippo (Beth).

There is one person who has been there when I need advice, he sheds light on things, and puts the muzzle on me when I need it and that's Wisdom (Nate). His mailbox is always open to me, he's always pleasant even when I'm not, he patiently listens to my rantings and always offers Godly advice in a soft "voice". I wish my temperment would be more like his, more low-key, more gracious - I need to be a little kinder and he has this ability to show me what I'm not but what I'd like to be. Thanks for being my extremely patient friend Nate.

Carol

[cymba22]

Wisdom and dr luke

[Guest shadow2b]

-hmmmmmm???WeLL,lets "SEE"-

-George--he just has SO much wisdom & -forgiveness--

-YOD--patient--forgiving--LOVE just flows from him--much knowledge--

-Dr.Luke---just loving--forgiving--so much knowledge--& Wisdom--yupp ya just

don't know IF he's chewing me out or encouraging me

-GMAN--awesome--steadily astounds me--

-Wayne--SBG-inspiring in everything he does--LOVING--wise beyond his years--

-Wisdom---just exactly that---WISE--Amazing--

-Traveller---loyal--faithful--loving--forgiving--

-CatsMeow---Loving---loyal--faithful--forgiving--

-ICPguy-Bro.John--loving--sensitive--LOVING--LOVING--LOVING--uhhh??loving

-Each ONE mentioned have TAUGHT me--the scriptures--how to LOVE--when to

-LOVE--I owe SO much TO SO MANY---IN two years "They" have changed

-ME from a hateful--sarcastic--hurting--trusting NO-one to TRUSTING & LOVING

-MY TEACHERS--became my Brothers & Sisters"THEY"taught me GOD'S WORD in

-TRUTH--ALL WERE & ARE--SO PATIENT---Amazing Brothers & Sisters--

-ABOVE ALL ELSE--"THEY"--ARE TRUE SERVANTS OF GOD---

-NO doubt I forgot"some"But they all KNOW how much I love- respect-honor

-each & every one of them - :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

[Catsmeow]

I only named three people because I knew the list would be enormous in terms of people who've done so much to make me feel so very loved.

There are only 3 names I gave but scores of them that have impacted my life in a powerful way.

I mentioned Snowdoove because she's a woman who's going through physical suffering and is alone....I have a hard time suffering (sorry, I'm not a toughy at all), but God's blessed me with a loyal husband.

I really have a heart for widows and orphans and sometimes it seems like poor Snowdoove is both..she's carrying a lot on her without many friends to help her.

My heart always goes out to the widow who quietly depends upon the Lord for her comfort and strength.

Dave (Dr. Luke) - I don't know how old he is...maybe my age or a little younger; I'm not sure. I think of him as a "spiritual big brother" because I look to him for wisdom and also protection. He prays and covers me, like a real brother would.

Honestly, though...so many people have had a powerful impact on my life.

I didn't want to mention everyone and don't want this to be a popularity thing...because I didn't mention all my friends.

I wanted to emphasis who's had mostly a spiritual impact on my life.

I've learned a ton of stuff from Dave; he's really taught me to focus, focus, focus on Jesus...that's been the most powerful thing God has used him for in my life.

I have to mention again, Yukon...has been a big influence because she's a rare gem, who's never even met my husband but did an enormous kindness to him, helping to restore his faith in humanity...She paid him a great honor by sending him the retired flags from the Coast Guard ship....

That's a lot for a man like Bill, who's been so bitter most of his life.

Serotta (Scot) also did something amazing...he prayed and fasted for a day for my husband. He doesn't even know the man and he made that sacrifice.

I deliberately didn't mention everyone....because I'd take up the entire thread if I did...

I have been impacted by so many people...people have been kind to me; patient; forgiving; loving; sympathetic; encouraging; praying; and oh, man...I've had some be downright generous and giving.

Someone even sent me a beautiful picture of Jesus carrying a sick woman in His big, strong arms when she was too weak to walk.

That's the kind of people I'm talking about.

I may not say each person here on this post but I try to say things to them privately via PM or email to let them know how much I value their love and freindship.

Each person is precious and awesome to me and I like everybody...but a few have had a profound effect on either myself or my husband's life.

Thanks to everyone who's been my friend and brother/sister...you're the "normal" family I never had (LOL!).

Cats :hug:

[refugepsa91]

K...lets see...there are many...

Shadow2b & dove2------for the honest truth...given with love...and a sense of humor.

catsmeow----for her courage and strength.

Yod---for his wisdom...and for sometimes raising adreniline levels...it can be good for you.

shiloh357----for being informative....and making me opening my eyes alittle.

lcpguy---for showing such love and patience...kindness

Ronald----for the pies

Dr. Luke---for the advice he gives....he answers in questions (like jeopardy) and it really makes you think.

WISDOM---for always posting a topic when I need to hear it.

traveller----so smart and sense of humor too.

George---a man with a quiet love...he just exudes what all of us should try for.

Gee I just love ya all....these boards were my strength when I needed it. Now I don't know what I would do without you all. :hug: :hug: :hug: :hug:

Love and Blessings,

Angel

[Guest shadow2b]

-K...lets see...there are many...

Shadow2b & dove2------for the honest truth...given with love...and a sense of humor.

-THAT'S MY GIRL----ANGEL----so loving---giving of herself---humble--wise beyond

-her years--faithful--Brave--Gutsy--can mix it up when necessary