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Recent content by Rage4Christ

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    If God loves all his children, why does he play favorites?

    This is an interesting question. You are basically asking, "Can I apply my own notions of justice to God's behavior (i.e., allowing your friend a pleasurable, fulfilling life while you get a rather miserable one)." What makes the question even more difficult is that who gave you your sense of...
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    The devil and my soul

    From what you say, it sounds like you are completely obsessing over this. Which is not healthy-- Set aside the theological issues for a moment, and lets just look at the psychological/neurological issues first. You're not sleeping, you're extra anxious, you feel you have OCD. (Though for...
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    Prayer

    I have to pretty much agree with you. When folks act like Prayer is magic (ie, lets pray for God to make you better), I wonder if they realize they are basically saying, "Hey, God -- I know you're omnipotent and omniscient and all-- but I really think you made a mistake here." Sometimes...
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    Need Help

    You sound pretty normal to me. Just keep trying. Learn from your mistakes. Show love in all you do. (Even cut yourself a little slack eh?) Don't fear Science-- Christ is truth, so we have nothing to fear in that arena.
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    I'm so tired of this.

    What is it that you want? If you want an easy answer, then you're not going to find it. Life is complicated. Christ gave us an example to live by-- unconditional love. Do you think if you alienate your weed smoking friend that God will love you more?? God loves everyone unconditionally...
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    Companies and gays

    Christ's message is not about teasing out which people to associate with and those not to associate with. Its about love. Accept all people with unconditional love. It is not about cliques, classes and division. That won't save you. Becoming Christ like will. There is political power found...
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    New Job a real test for me...

    It is not your place to diagnose disorders. You have a duty to treat all your patients as directed by the ordering physician. You will only cause yourself consternation if you try to pick out the spiritually challenged from those who have brain chemical and neurological issues. Stick to...
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    not sure where to put this

    Did he agree to share time with the family or did he agree to Bible study? He might think it a deceptive bait-and-switch, when you pull out the Bible. What specifically had he done to make you feel he "has gotten away from his walk?" Why do you think Bible study is the best option? If I can...
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    Tactics of the Enemy?

    Assure him (i'm sure you already have) that you will love him the same amount whatever his decision. He probably is picking up just how much you're hopes are tied to his choices. That can open up so many issues. Show him unconditional love. Let him follow his own path. Accept what may come.
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    I'm so angry at God right now...

    I think this is a good step for you. The process is not easy. Keep thinking and questioning. Pray. Christ is truth. There is nothing wrong with your approach, even your anger. It shows your passion and commitment. But at its core, don't forget Christ's example: Love.
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    How do we generally interpret scripture?

    Just, I'm curious what you want out of the interpretation? I'll tell you what I don't expect when going over the Bible. I don't expect easy answers. Life is not a paint by colors sort of experience. We are not here to just dot the i's and cross the t's so to speak. The Bible is not a...
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    I need some advice

    I'm curious what you mean by something evil. I'd guess your friend is depressed. These are horrible tragedies. He needs to grieve, and face this brush he's having with mortality. You can live a life of Christ and feel sad at the same time. This world, this life is a complicated...
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    Why dont I feel in love with GOD?

    You need to step up and be accountable. God loves you unconditionally--- but that has nothing to do with you stepping up and controlling your own behavior. That's all you. And it starts with showing yourself a bit of respect and love-- not that you condone your behavior, but that you see...
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    Boyfriends/Girlfriends vs. Your Friends

    This is what happens when personality and "group think" intermix with religion. Labels and accusations. Soon you have to see someone else as "other." Christ is love. Love all unconditionally. The instruction isn't "only love True (tm) Christians." So take Christianity Classification out...
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    Sometimes my hope just doesn't endure.

    When you base your belief on the Physical and emotional transformative evidence of God it limits your faith to facts-- facts that inform you from your feelings. You are stuck on the evidence, rather than the duty to love-- Christ is love, and love from Christ's example guides us. Give up on...