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    "I didn't choose to be here." Is this thought sinful?

    Thank you so much for your advice, Andy. It is not an easy path at all. I guess the hardest thing to understand is why he chose us. Is there any person in the Bible who struggled with this thought also? I know that the Apostle Paul had several deep issues that he struggled with and that he...
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    "I didn't choose to be here." Is this thought sinful?

    Man, thank you for this. You went above and beyond in answering my question. Thank you for sharing your personal story with me. I come from an agnostic background myself. I am not sure what this all means or why we are here, but talking to people like you really helps me learn how to be grateful...
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    "I didn't choose to be here." Is this thought sinful?

    Hi! I am new in Christ and have been with the family for a month now. :) Sometimes I struggle with my thinking and whether or not the thoughts that I have are sinful. The thought that I have had all of my life whenever it comes to religion and the requirements for living is "I never chose to be...
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    Hi, Peter! Welcome to CF!
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    The river of Jordan, War in the middle east and the mind of men

    Thank you so much for this information! I appreciate your insight and you taking the time to fill me in. When you say "the time of the growth pangs" what exactly do you mean?
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    New Christian with work schedule decisions

    You are right. Thank you for your advice and the scripture. God willing, I can find a way to live and serve him
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    New Christian with work schedule decisions

    Each one is pretty secure. I would even make up for the time missed if I could. Maybe I can find someone to swap hours with
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    New Christian with work schedule decisions

    Thank you, that is what my heart is set on. Maybe a longer trip each day wouldn't be for the better
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    New Christian with work schedule decisions

    Thank you so much for your reply and advice! Your reassurance is greatly appreciated!
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    The river of Jordan, War in the middle east and the mind of men

    Hi, Brothers and sisters! I am new in Christ and while reading the Gospel, I became curious about the river of Jordan after seeing it on a map in my Bible and noticing that it was in the middle east. I noticed that the river has been polluted with sewage regardless of it's holiness and...
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    New Christian with work schedule decisions

    Hi! Thank you in advance for reading and replying! I am a new babe in Christ. I am working on rebuilding my life, but most importantly I want it centered around Jesus. I am going back to work soon and must choose between two jobs. One is a carpentry job that is at least 10 or 15 miles away...
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    Baptized December 11, dealing with depression. Thinking about suicide

    Thank you for this. I have been looking for love and happiness for myself. I didn't give it freely to those around me because I was resentful. I did not give it to strangers because I was prideful. Thank you for your advice and your wisdom. You have explained this in a way that I can now...
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    Baptized December 11, dealing with depression. Thinking about suicide

    I am sorry that you went through so much pain but I am happy that you and your family are well. It is great to see that you have all found success. It sounds like you are all close. That is a blessing. Congratulations to you, your children and their mothers too. I am glad that all is well. Your...
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    Baptized December 11, dealing with depression. Thinking about suicide

    Yes, I will. Thank you so much for this resource! God bless!