WWJD club

[Eldaah]

I'm not an avid reader at all. Can you give me a brief description?

I forgot to reply to this. I guess the best way to describe "In His Steps" is to say that is is about the main character's struggle to do as Jesus would do in their situations. Their struggle to change from church members who don't care about the lost and dying world around them to God-pleasing people. It is a very good book.

 

[cristianna]

I forgot to reply to this. I guess the best way to describe "In His Steps" is to say that is is about the main character's struggle to do as Jesus would do in their situations. Their struggle to change from church members who don't care about the lost and dying world around them to God-pleasing people. It is a very good book.

It does sound good.

 

[GreenMunchkin]

I forgot to reply to this. I guess the best way to describe "In His Steps" is to say that is is about the main character's struggle to do as Jesus would do in their situations. Their struggle to change from church members who don't care about the lost and dying world around them to God-pleasing people. It is a very good book.

Ahh, so it's a "fiction" novel? Not a guide-book?

 

[wolfman544]

Well that's the thing, isn't it. I actually said to the guy in the thread, none of us Christians are any better than him; we're here literally by the grace of God, so who are we to decide he doesn't deserve love like we do


Exactomundo, dude


Humm, those are such good questions, dear one. Hummm. No, actually, it was pretty easy. I felt sad for him more than anything. I actually told him I was sad that he wasn't in a loving relationship with Christ and oddly enough, I think that kinda took the anger-wind out of his sails, insofar as, he didn't feel he was being attacked personally. I can remember how lonely life without Jesus is, and that was my focus, really. That and the fact that God loves him enough to allow him to not believe.

God was definitely leading me, I think. Cos a while back, it would've escalated into a battle of intellectual wits, with my ego taking over, but it just didn't happen like that. God's grace and beauty remained the focus so I know that came from Him. God is so cool

Indeed it is the thing, and awesome God is good.

That's awesome! Hopefully, someday that guy will come to know Christ in a personal way. We should pray for him.

We definately should keep him in prayer.

I forgot to reply to this. I guess the best way to describe "In His Steps" is to say that is is about the main character's struggle to do as Jesus would do in their situations. Their struggle to change from church members who don't care about the lost and dying world around them to God-pleasing people. It is a very good book.

Sounds good.

Ahh, so it's a "fiction" novel? Not a guide-book?

Good question

 

[Eldaah]

Ahh, so it's a "fiction" novel? Not a guide-book?

Yes, it is fiction, but it is still very inspiring and causes me to think about what it means to follow Jesus.

So, has anything interesting happened to any of you?

 

[wolfman544]

I am getting more control.
Still have a bit to go, I can get frustrated too easily sometimes

 

[cristianna]

Nothing major really. I'm sure if I sat down long enough I could come up with interesting tidbits-- I'll have to think about that.

I feel safe that changes are continuing to happen, and that I'm gaining closeness to Him each day since I'm still feeling very different.

 

[Criada]

Hello
Just discovered this thread - can I join in please?

This is a commitment I have made personally, but it would be great to share experiences with you guys.
I mainly fall down on patience - especially with my children!
Praise God, He always picks me up and gives me another chance.

Bless you all - I haven't read the whole thread yet, but the testimonies I have read are a testimony to His goodness in your lives.

 

[GreenMunchkin]

Criada!

This thread is such a blessing And it's so lovely to see you here

 

[cristianna]

Hello
Just discovered this thread - can I join in please?

This is a commitment I have made personally, but it would be great to share experiences with you guys.
I mainly fall down on patience - especially with my children!
Praise God, He always picks me up and gives me another chance.

Bless you all - I haven't read the whole thread yet, but the testimonies I have read are a testimony to His goodness in your lives.

Welcome Criada! Our doors are open to everyone!

I will be lifting up you and your children to our wondrous Father!

 

[wolfman544]

Nothing major really. I'm sure if I sat down long enough I could come up with interesting tidbits-- I'll have to think about that.

I feel safe that changes are continuing to happen, and that I'm gaining closeness to Him each day since I'm still feeling very different.

excellent

Hello
Just discovered this thread - can I join in please?

This is a commitment I have made personally, but it would be great to share experiences with you guys.
I mainly fall down on patience - especially with my children!
Praise God, He always picks me up and gives me another chance.

Bless you all - I haven't read the whole thread yet, but the testimonies I have read are a testimony to His goodness in your lives.

well... you said the magic word so sure you can.
even if you didn't say the magic word you can, all are welcome.
Welcome and God bless.

 

[wolfman544]

Nothing major really. I'm sure if I sat down long enough I could come up with interesting tidbits-- I'll have to think about that.

I feel safe that changes are continuing to happen, and that I'm gaining closeness to Him each day since I'm still feeling very different.

excellent

Hello
Just discovered this thread - can I join in please?

This is a commitment I have made personally, but it would be great to share experiences with you guys.
I mainly fall down on patience - especially with my children!
Praise God, He always picks me up and gives me another chance.

Bless you all - I haven't read the whole thread yet, but the testimonies I have read are a testimony to His goodness in your lives.

well... you said the magic word so sure you can.
even if you didn't say the magic word you can, all are welcome.
Welcome and God bless.

 

[wolfman544]

Nothing major really. I'm sure if I sat down long enough I could come up with interesting tidbits-- I'll have to think about that.

I feel safe that changes are continuing to happen, and that I'm gaining closeness to Him each day since I'm still feeling very different.

excellent

Hello
Just discovered this thread - can I join in please?

This is a commitment I have made personally, but it would be great to share experiences with you guys.
I mainly fall down on patience - especially with my children!
Praise God, He always picks me up and gives me another chance.

Bless you all - I haven't read the whole thread yet, but the testimonies I have read are a testimony to His goodness in your lives.

well... you said the magic word so sure you can.
even if you didn't say the magic word you can, all are welcome.
Welcome and God bless.

 

[PaladinWithGun2]

Do you have room for one more?

 

[Eldaah]

Hello
Just discovered this thread - can I join in please?

This is a commitment I have made personally, but it would be great to share experiences with you guys.
I mainly fall down on patience - especially with my children!
Praise God, He always picks me up and gives me another chance.

Bless you all - I haven't read the whole thread yet, but the testimonies I have read are a testimony to His goodness in your lives.

Yes, you can join. I've found that having this group to talk to keeps me from giving up when things get tough. Glad to have you!

Do you have room for one more?

Yes, of course. I'm glad you're here as well. I'll be praying for you both.

 

[PaladinWithGun2]

I'd really appreciate some input here on an issue I had recently.

I got in a discussion with someone here in CF...okay, it was an arguement. He was defending himself by stating that the Bible was incomplete and the translations were not accurate. Now, I have more than my fair share of encounters with people who are disagreeable, and usually I can walk off and pray that God will reach them. This instance I could not disengage; I kept coming back into the fray.

The thread is under review by staff (first time I've been in that situation), and since I have some anger issues I thought I'd just blown up and lost my cool.

This morning, though, I wondered if the fact that this person was attacking the Bible, that which I have been taught and accepted by faith as the Living Word of Truth, then was I defending my faith from someone who would destroy it?

What do we walk away from when we walk in Jesus? He withstood every insult and physical abuse, yet made a whip and cleared the temple from those who would defile it.

Thoughts, anyone?

 

[GreenMunchkin]

I guess, we all have our own walk, and we are all connected to the Holy Spirit, so it's really about what you feel. Are you feeling convicted in any way? At the time, in that moment, what drove you to keep returning to the thread? Were you returning in anger or in love?

Having said all that, difficult people who denigrate the Word are hard to get along with. Very very much so.

 

[Surviving]

I think that this is something that everyone could try and do. We won't be perfect at it, but at least we are conscious about it and trying it.

Another thing that has just come to mind which is similar to this...I was reading a book the other day and it talked about when we do things, we should do it as though God was right beside us. If he was there by me, I probably wouldn't do half the stuff that I do now! I know that I will meet Him eventually, so why shouldn't I start now as if He was with me now...He is with me anyway!

 

[cristianna]

I'd really appreciate some input here on an issue I had recently.

I got in a discussion with someone here in CF...okay, it was an arguement. He was defending himself by stating that the Bible was incomplete and the translations were not accurate. Now, I have more than my fair share of encounters with people who are disagreeable, and usually I can walk off and pray that God will reach them. This instance I could not disengage; I kept coming back into the fray.

The thread is under review by staff (first time I've been in that situation), and since I have some anger issues I thought I'd just blown up and lost my cool.

This morning, though, I wondered if the fact that this person was attacking the Bible, that which I have been taught and accepted by faith as the Living Word of Truth, then was I defending my faith from someone who would destroy it?

What do we walk away from when we walk in Jesus? He withstood every insult and physical abuse, yet made a whip and cleared the temple from those who would defile it.

Thoughts, anyone?

Welcome Paladin. I think GM's reply has alot of weight in it for you to consider. I also am curious as to why you have been successful in walking away from other conversations similiar, but not this one. Do you think you may know why?

Praying for you.

 

[cristianna]

I think that this is something that everyone could try and do. We won't be perfect at it, but at least we are conscious about it and trying it.

Another thing that has just come to mind which is similar to this...I was reading a book the other day and it talked about when we do things, we should do it as though God was right beside us. If he was there by me, I probably wouldn't do half the stuff that I do now! I know that I will meet Him eventually, so why shouldn't I start now as if He was with me now...He is with me anyway!

Your post is very true! Welcome ... or have we met before?

I know when I'm feeling I'm going to fail I always envision God standing next to me guiding me through it-- not like a test, just as my personal supporter. That certainly can offer an encouraging and different perspective on how one reacts and responds!

Have a fantastic weekend everyone!