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Recent content by mishbeans

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    How to deal with pain/bitterness.... Difficulties of forgiving lie about virginity

    About the wedding, I am thinking about asking my parents to takes some photos with Jeff and myself in our wedding attire...not entirely sure what they will say though. Still trying to muster up the courage to ask. A part of me is regretful of moving forward with the wedding given all the...
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    How to deal with pain/bitterness.... Difficulties of forgiving lie about virginity

    I have only talked with him about this one maybe two times since we got married in depth with my feelings. I have never expressed everything I expressed here with him. I want to, but I want to make sure my intentions are good and not selfish. I guess my reasoning is if I have forgiven him i...
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    How to deal with pain/bitterness.... Difficulties of forgiving lie about virginity

    Hi everyone, I am in need of some advice. I will try to keep things as organized as I can. THE PROBLEM: I am having difficulty with keeping my feelings of bitterness, anger, sadness etc in check about something my husband lied to me about before we got married. THE LIE When my husband...
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    What separates "fake" Christians from "true" Christians?

    The topic of works and faith was just recently talked about in my bible class. I think my pastor said it quite nicely (paraphrased): We are saved by grace alone, no amount of good works will ever be able to earn our salvation. Our goods works and the fruit that we bear signify our gratitude...
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    I think I found what I need to lose weight!

    Great to hear all of these success stories! Keep up the great work Gals and Guys! I have a very difficult time with maintaining a healthy weight. I believe it stems from my love for all the yummy but unhealthy foods and also....laziness. This thread has given me new motivation. I think it is a...
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    My dad disapproves of me getting married.

    UPDATE: Just wanted to thank each and everyone of you that has replied and given your input on the matter. I am so thankful! Well I am married now, my husband and I just celebrated our 1 year anniversary. What's even better?? About 4-5 months after our wedding my parents and I reconciled...
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    Living a Godly life in College? Addiction to guys and partying.

    Thank you for sharing with us with what you are struggling with. I agree with the posts above. I can definitely understand where you are coming from. During my early years of college, I found myself struggling with the party scene as well, specifically the binge drinking. I learned that...
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    What are YOU currently reading? (7)

    Currently reading: Captivating by John and Staci Eldridge (for the second time) The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel
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    Why Do So Many Women Want Children?

    Ever since I was young I was so positive that I wanted kids, like my life would not be complete without them, but as I got older and had more experience with kids from babysitting, working at a daycare, and just watching my parents raise my siblings and I, I have gained a new perspective on it...
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    Whats your hobby?

    listening to music, playing the guitar, watching movies, and designing t-shirts!
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    Cannot get over my boyfriend lying

    I agree with most of what people have said above. From what you have written so far, it does not seem like your boyfriend is being a very good man of God. He should not have treated you like that or called you those hurtful and disrespectful names. I do know what it is like to be hurt by the man...
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    My dad disapproves of me getting married.

    Thank you for all the advice. I will do my best to continuously show love towards my Dad, but also try to help him realize that I am ready for marriage and that I hope to maintain a lasting relationship with him despite our disagreements. God bless you all!
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    My dad disapproves of me getting married.

    So are you saying I should lie to my dad? I can say "I wont get married" to please him, but he will eventually find out that I did. Wouldn't that infuriate him even more?
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    dont go see hangover 2

    I didn't really think the first one was that funny, so this one didn't really appeal to me either. I did go see bridesmaid which I though was much better.
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    Last movie you watched (10)

    Bridesmaid. It was pretty hilarious despite some inappropriate scenes. I enjoyed it.