Hi all, I have seen alot of really heavy messages around the forums pushing Christianity. I didn't think this site was for Christians only!!!! I have a very strong belief in the one true God, whom is ever lasting , and self subsisting. He is the creator of all that exists.
I think we need to be more sensitive to people of other faiths. I know that some people have been turned off by the forums because of this.
Lets love each other for who they are, and help each other no matter what religion they are.
Hugs,
Hally
Belief in God, but not Christian.
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Hi Hally I am here,
Is there something you can specifically point to that is particularly offensive to you?
If you can point to something I have said that has proved to either weaken your own belief in your faith, or of disrespect to your faith, I wish to extend my apologies and extend my hand of friendship. But I need to know just what is that was written to see if I need to make some corrections.
Nevertheless, I will tell you that I am a Christian and I am not ashamed to say so. This is a free forum, and as far as I know, there are no restrictions or admonitions with regard to names of God that are permissible or impermissible.
Why would you say something that would seem to be a feeble attempt to steal my joy or the joy of other Christians?
I am never, ever been, even remotely abusive, and as far as I know. Moreover, I have not seen any Christian type posting(s) made by anyone that could be, even remotely construed as anything other than edifying, compassionate, caring and loving.
Where are you truly offended?
Help me to understand your feelings or the offense you feel. You can talk of your own religious journey, and I don't believe it will weaken anyone's faith. I believe people here are looking for help wherever they hope they can find it.
Why would you or anyone else wish to limit possible options to a path of better mental attitude and health?
Is it something you can say without saying something that would make you feel that you might be stealing my joy?
Rest assured, there is nothing you can say that will steal my joy.
I am really trying to understand.
Is it my testimony as I give in song links just what is it? That could have you this troubled?
If you would rather discuss it on the phone, I am available to what ever form of communication or dialog you wish to express your thoughts on this or any other matter. Send me an email with your phone number and it will call you and it will not cost you a penny. I am available to discuss what ever troubles you.
Now, I have taken off my signature, because it might weaken your faith or offend you, and I wish to no neither.
Is there something you can specifically point to that is particularly offensive to you?
If you can point to something I have said that has proved to either weaken your own belief in your faith, or of disrespect to your faith, I wish to extend my apologies and extend my hand of friendship. But I need to know just what is that was written to see if I need to make some corrections.
Nevertheless, I will tell you that I am a Christian and I am not ashamed to say so. This is a free forum, and as far as I know, there are no restrictions or admonitions with regard to names of God that are permissible or impermissible.
Why would you say something that would seem to be a feeble attempt to steal my joy or the joy of other Christians?
I am never, ever been, even remotely abusive, and as far as I know. Moreover, I have not seen any Christian type posting(s) made by anyone that could be, even remotely construed as anything other than edifying, compassionate, caring and loving.
Where are you truly offended?
Help me to understand your feelings or the offense you feel. You can talk of your own religious journey, and I don't believe it will weaken anyone's faith. I believe people here are looking for help wherever they hope they can find it.
Why would you or anyone else wish to limit possible options to a path of better mental attitude and health?
Is it something you can say without saying something that would make you feel that you might be stealing my joy?
Rest assured, there is nothing you can say that will steal my joy.
I am really trying to understand.
Is it my testimony as I give in song links just what is it? That could have you this troubled?
If you would rather discuss it on the phone, I am available to what ever form of communication or dialog you wish to express your thoughts on this or any other matter. Send me an email with your phone number and it will call you and it will not cost you a penny. I am available to discuss what ever troubles you.
Now, I have taken off my signature, because it might weaken your faith or offend you, and I wish to no neither.
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Hi Gman,How are you doing this mornng? I'm not offended, but have heard from others who are. I am happy that you, and many others have found relief in your faith.
I just want all who come to this site, be they what ever religion, or nothing, to be able to feel comfortable, and not pushed into anything.
You have been very gracious, and open. I appreciate that. thanks for all the input you have give to me, it is very kind, and your guide to how to find other bipolar friends was exactly correct. I took your advise.
You have a very good,and blessed attitude in the face of many things. I'm happy for you.
I was not speaking to anyone in particular, but have heard things through PM's , and e mails of complaints., I just wanted to voice them. Take care, and thanks for all your kindness towards me, and others. It is very generous!!!
Hally
I just want all who come to this site, be they what ever religion, or nothing, to be able to feel comfortable, and not pushed into anything.
You have been very gracious, and open. I appreciate that. thanks for all the input you have give to me, it is very kind, and your guide to how to find other bipolar friends was exactly correct. I took your advise.
You have a very good,and blessed attitude in the face of many things. I'm happy for you.
I was not speaking to anyone in particular, but have heard things through PM's , and e mails of complaints., I just wanted to voice them. Take care, and thanks for all your kindness towards me, and others. It is very generous!!!
HallyHi Hally,
Thank your writing back. Since, there were no direct or even indirect offenses, and I am not a mind reader, I take it that you have exercised discretion on behalf of those you are advocating for. Since you are privileged to know exactly who these person or persons are, and that feel they feel the way that they do, you might counsel them to have the courage of their convictions and advocate on their own behalf directly to the offending party, and leave forum discussion on these matters free from such petty, baseless, unsubstantiated and meaningless distractions.
There are people here that are in need of real help that I can set my value time for, rather than engage in petty and senseless airing out of misconceived or poorly thought out notions.
In love, I caution you to no longer involve yourself in the needless endorsement, or support, or advocacy of baseless gossip.
As best as I am able, I deal with facts, logic and my approach in all these matters is out of love and respect for the receiving party. By that I mean, manage matters by fact, and deal with them through logic and appropriate inspiration.
I expect this matter to be closed, but I am open to any offended party that can stand or fall for their cause, on their own merits, but let us not trouble others about such matters here. PM me, but I would rather discuss matters over the phone, it is so much more faster and effective. Wouldn't you agree? Otherwise as Mark Anthony would say: It is best to then say nothing.
Thank your writing back. Since, there were no direct or even indirect offenses, and I am not a mind reader, I take it that you have exercised discretion on behalf of those you are advocating for. Since you are privileged to know exactly who these person or persons are, and that feel they feel the way that they do, you might counsel them to have the courage of their convictions and advocate on their own behalf directly to the offending party, and leave forum discussion on these matters free from such petty, baseless, unsubstantiated and meaningless distractions.
There are people here that are in need of real help that I can set my value time for, rather than engage in petty and senseless airing out of misconceived or poorly thought out notions.
In love, I caution you to no longer involve yourself in the needless endorsement, or support, or advocacy of baseless gossip.
As best as I am able, I deal with facts, logic and my approach in all these matters is out of love and respect for the receiving party. By that I mean, manage matters by fact, and deal with them through logic and appropriate inspiration.
I expect this matter to be closed, but I am open to any offended party that can stand or fall for their cause, on their own merits, but let us not trouble others about such matters here. PM me, but I would rather discuss matters over the phone, it is so much more faster and effective. Wouldn't you agree? Otherwise as Mark Anthony would say: It is best to then say nothing.
Hi Hally,
The particular forum that you are posting in is "Spirituality for anxiety and depression". There are several other forums on this site where people don't even mention God. This one however, belongs to Him.
May I suggest that next time you get a pm or an email from someone not liking the format please direct them to another forum that may be useful to them. Were all in this together.
Hugs,
Sister
"People ask me what religion I am. I reply, "I'm not a religious person at all, but I have a person relationship with Jesus Christ."
-Joyce Meyer
The particular forum that you are posting in is "Spirituality for anxiety and depression". There are several other forums on this site where people don't even mention God. This one however, belongs to Him.
May I suggest that next time you get a pm or an email from someone not liking the format please direct them to another forum that may be useful to them. Were all in this together.
Hugs,
Sister
"People ask me what religion I am. I reply, "I'm not a religious person at all, but I have a person relationship with Jesus Christ."
-Joyce Meyer
"The difficulties do not continue forever, yet the value of making it through them will always be yours."
You have got to be kidding me. I agree with Hally. Christians rule the forum and that is a sad sad fact. This section is for spirituality NOT bible thumpers. Gman, your post is bold and self centered. All about you huh? This section is for the purpose of anyones spiritual beliefs. Hally's heading of her post invited in trouble. Believing in God but not being a Christian? Naughty girl.
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Hi all,
Thank you, sister creepy, and happy Friday to you lauren4s. I am sorry that you feel that having Christian's rule is a sad sad fact.
You call me a bible thumper. I thought I was very gentle in my presentations. How much more gentle can I write out a link to an inspiring song or a scripture citation?
I would agree with you about my post being bold. I have complete confidence in where I am and where I am going. I act with a clear conscience, self control, power, love and a sound mind, and feel free to discuss any topic on any matter because of the preparation and equipment my God and Savior has provided me. Yes, I am guilty of being unashamed and boldly proclaiming I am a Christian. However, I am so not self centered, and I will tell you why. I would lay down my life for my belief, and that of my brothers and sisters in the lord, in defense of their right to believe as they do. I defended you right to believe whichever way you wish, when I served in the military during the war between 1967- 1970. Why wouldn’t I fight for my right or that of my brethren?
I have a blessed assurance of where I am going. In fact, it is nothing about me, and it is all about Him. I am nothing more than blood and bones, covered by a set of rags, and that is all alright with me. Guess what? I am not going anywhere until my Lord calls me, and since I have not violated any rule(s) of this or any forum, I am fairly certain that I am going to be around for a while. I will tell you this. This topic may be deleted by the moderator. This is fine by me too. I don't have a problem with fear, and I am not yielding a thing when it comes to my beliefs and convictions. For God grants me the strength and power to persevere in whatever circumstances I find myself or He guides and leads me to. What else can I tell you?
If you find me to be so offensive and do not care to see any more of my writings or postings on this forum, you are at liberty to place me on the ignore list, as I am about to do with you. That way, we will not have to deal with one another and waste anymore time on this subject. Let me make it clearer, I was perfectly content with being blessed each day before I visited this forum and the Lord moved my spirit to try to help people here. If you don't want my help just place me on ignore list. It's that simple. I'll wish you well and pray that God pour all His blessings upon you according to His wisdom in all matters.
Have a happy life. Don't worry, be happy!
Thank you, sister creepy, and happy Friday to you lauren4s. I am sorry that you feel that having Christian's rule is a sad sad fact.
You call me a bible thumper. I thought I was very gentle in my presentations. How much more gentle can I write out a link to an inspiring song or a scripture citation?
I would agree with you about my post being bold. I have complete confidence in where I am and where I am going. I act with a clear conscience, self control, power, love and a sound mind, and feel free to discuss any topic on any matter because of the preparation and equipment my God and Savior has provided me. Yes, I am guilty of being unashamed and boldly proclaiming I am a Christian. However, I am so not self centered, and I will tell you why. I would lay down my life for my belief, and that of my brothers and sisters in the lord, in defense of their right to believe as they do. I defended you right to believe whichever way you wish, when I served in the military during the war between 1967- 1970. Why wouldn’t I fight for my right or that of my brethren?
I have a blessed assurance of where I am going. In fact, it is nothing about me, and it is all about Him. I am nothing more than blood and bones, covered by a set of rags, and that is all alright with me. Guess what? I am not going anywhere until my Lord calls me, and since I have not violated any rule(s) of this or any forum, I am fairly certain that I am going to be around for a while. I will tell you this. This topic may be deleted by the moderator. This is fine by me too. I don't have a problem with fear, and I am not yielding a thing when it comes to my beliefs and convictions. For God grants me the strength and power to persevere in whatever circumstances I find myself or He guides and leads me to. What else can I tell you?
If you find me to be so offensive and do not care to see any more of my writings or postings on this forum, you are at liberty to place me on the ignore list, as I am about to do with you. That way, we will not have to deal with one another and waste anymore time on this subject. Let me make it clearer, I was perfectly content with being blessed each day before I visited this forum and the Lord moved my spirit to try to help people here. If you don't want my help just place me on ignore list. It's that simple. I'll wish you well and pray that God pour all His blessings upon you according to His wisdom in all matters.
Have a happy life. Don't worry, be happy!
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BTW, Sister Creepy,
I failed to mention that I did get a pm, but the person was so rude, and barbaric that, I just blessed them, and sent it off and suggested the same as I had before. The ignore list. Then I set that person on the ignore list. Nothing hard about any of it.
The question is no matter how hateful they come, just wish them well, it would be their loss of advice counsel encouragement and support they would be placing on the ignore list right? Besides, God will take care of our enemies; so let go and let God.
I did not come out here looking for a fight nor am I a coward to run from one. It is all about self control, presentation and a sound mind full of God's power and love. Does that sound self centered?
I failed to mention that I did get a pm, but the person was so rude, and barbaric that, I just blessed them, and sent it off and suggested the same as I had before. The ignore list. Then I set that person on the ignore list. Nothing hard about any of it.
The question is no matter how hateful they come, just wish them well, it would be their loss of advice counsel encouragement and support they would be placing on the ignore list right? Besides, God will take care of our enemies; so let go and let God.
I did not come out here looking for a fight nor am I a coward to run from one. It is all about self control, presentation and a sound mind full of God's power and love. Does that sound self centered?
Wow...G-man...I found the post, and I am extremely proud of the way you handled this situation....You are a very brave soldier for Christ....I am a firm believer in standing up for one's beliefs...Your boldness in this matter is highly respected by me....Thanks for standing a firm ground....God Bless
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Hi Baby Sis,
I just got back from church fellowship. I made my special rice dish, and they forgot to set it out. What looked like slim pickings was more than enough for everyone. Amen
Even when we don't know what to bring to God's table; He will take what you got and make it enough for everyone. It's just like the story of the 2 loaves and 5 small fishes. By the way, on this churches food committee there are 5 members, and what my wife and I brought, we are 2 (we are not members there yet). I guess we were the 2 loaves.
Odd, we even brought the starch dish. Hmmm.
They raved about the rice. The rice itself is a complete meal.
Okay, coming to this thread. I am surprised that it has even survived this much. It should have been removed by the moderator, but since they didn't, I pray that it be a blessing to all and a cautionary note to attackers of the faith that, God has a Gideon warrior defending the faith. He carries a terrible swift sword, ready to lop off the tongues of those that would dare tread or mock the blood sacrifice of our Lord.
Sorry, that is the Simon Peter in me, and a little dry humor. Seriously, I had to pray and pray for the Lord to guide me through this mine field, and those nasty inferences and exchanges. I don't suppose they will say anything else. I have to say, that when they are parched from there travel in the desert, I will try to provide them water, food and comfort and if they reject it, I will then shake off the dust from my feet and leave it the Holy Spirit's hands. Woe unto them, and that's all I have to say about that. Amen
Nevertheless, I will be extra careful how I bring Him into the picture, and if you look at how the Spirit lead me this day, you would have to say it was extremely clever in how the Spirit worked to get His message through. It will be a blessing to those that thirst and hunger for food and drink, of the Spiritual kind, such as they have either long forgotten or have never known.
Remember:
http://www.advancewellnesstech...ys_applet/jesus.html
It's all about love
Hope that leaves you SPEECHLESS
For the Joy of, and The Sake of the Call
It's no accident or coincidence. It is His love grace and power at work in me. Praise God. All for His Glory! Amen
I hope it will be a great week full of Great Expectations and Suddenlys
Hi Robin,
Thanks, Don't forget, Gideon warrior. I trust no one but the Lord, and even there I have tested Him, and as I raised the fleece, I checked for all the dew and the fleece was dry as a bone. See and follow from 10-40. Very testy situation
Moreover, before I drank the water, even as I thirsted, [/b]I looked in every direction, before I lapped up the water out of my hand,[/b] and did not just jump in like a fool that may be caught in a trap. I drank carefully and was ready for "Whatever" When I move in, it is with all due diligence and deliberate force. It is as His word that shall not come back to without success. Is. 55:11 How can I be so sure of this, because I am humble before the Lord, I am His faithful servant to Him and to His word. Thus I have that assurance at Is 54:17. "...No weapon formed against me shall prosper..." He seeks warriors that are not weak kneed and ready to do battle on his knees wearing the full armour of God. Eph. 6: 10-13 I go out as a sheep, with the guile and cunning of a serpent and as harmless as doves. Matt. 10:16 Want to see my the fingerprints? Need I say more!
God's Blessings upon all,
I just got back from church fellowship. I made my special rice dish, and they forgot to set it out. What looked like slim pickings was more than enough for everyone. Amen
Even when we don't know what to bring to God's table; He will take what you got and make it enough for everyone. It's just like the story of the 2 loaves and 5 small fishes. By the way, on this churches food committee there are 5 members, and what my wife and I brought, we are 2 (we are not members there yet). I guess we were the 2 loaves.
Odd, we even brought the starch dish. Hmmm. They raved about the rice. The rice itself is a complete meal.
Okay, coming to this thread. I am surprised that it has even survived this much. It should have been removed by the moderator, but since they didn't, I pray that it be a blessing to all and a cautionary note to attackers of the faith that, God has a Gideon warrior defending the faith. He carries a terrible swift sword, ready to lop off the tongues of those that would dare tread or mock the blood sacrifice of our Lord.
Sorry, that is the Simon Peter in me, and a little dry humor. Seriously, I had to pray and pray for the Lord to guide me through this mine field, and those nasty inferences and exchanges. I don't suppose they will say anything else. I have to say, that when they are parched from there travel in the desert, I will try to provide them water, food and comfort and if they reject it, I will then shake off the dust from my feet and leave it the Holy Spirit's hands. Woe unto them, and that's all I have to say about that. Amen
Nevertheless, I will be extra careful how I bring Him into the picture, and if you look at how the Spirit lead me this day, you would have to say it was extremely clever in how the Spirit worked to get His message through. It will be a blessing to those that thirst and hunger for food and drink, of the Spiritual kind, such as they have either long forgotten or have never known.
Remember:
http://www.advancewellnesstech...ys_applet/jesus.html
It's all about love
Hope that leaves you SPEECHLESS
For the Joy of, and The Sake of the Call
It's no accident or coincidence. It is His love grace and power at work in me. Praise God. All for His Glory! Amen
I hope it will be a great week full of Great Expectations and Suddenlys
Hi Robin,
Thanks, Don't forget, Gideon warrior. I trust no one but the Lord, and even there I have tested Him, and as I raised the fleece, I checked for all the dew and the fleece was dry as a bone. See and follow from 10-40. Very testy situation
Moreover, before I drank the water, even as I thirsted, [/b]I looked in every direction, before I lapped up the water out of my hand,[/b] and did not just jump in like a fool that may be caught in a trap. I drank carefully and was ready for "Whatever" When I move in, it is with all due diligence and deliberate force. It is as His word that shall not come back to without success. Is. 55:11 How can I be so sure of this, because I am humble before the Lord, I am His faithful servant to Him and to His word. Thus I have that assurance at Is 54:17. "...No weapon formed against me shall prosper..." He seeks warriors that are not weak kneed and ready to do battle on his knees wearing the full armour of God. Eph. 6: 10-13 I go out as a sheep, with the guile and cunning of a serpent and as harmless as doves. Matt. 10:16 Want to see my the fingerprints? Need I say more!
God's Blessings upon all,
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So it is with life, there is something different each day.