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    why do so many Christains struggle with depression ?

    Being a Christian does not make us exempt from troubles and depression. Let's face it; everyone is depressed at some time or another. Even Jesus was depressed and had anxiety before going to the cross. Luk 22:42 Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my...
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    i can't make myself love myself.

    You are unique, dear one.  That is what makes you priceless.  The Lord will never, ever replace you.  Though He has millions more children, each one wonderful, none exactly like you!!!  Never give up your  'uniqueness' in order to be what you admire in someone...
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    chronic illness

    Father, we come before you, in Jesus Name, Lord I ask that you bless the precious little child of yours, Strengthen her, and let her see her 'worth' through Your eyes. Fill her with Your Love and Understanding, and allow her to know her potential, as Your Child. Bless Her and...
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    Respect toward our LORD...

    Here lately I have been studying Messianic Judaism and how it relates to Christianity.  I have been amazed at the depth of 'emotion' in the scriptures of the TORAH and THE ORTHODOX JEWISH BRIT CHADASHA.  Many of the Jewish people have such a profound respect for God that even when they...
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    Question...

    Thanks...NOW I understand :rolleyes: Actually (and I don't know why) I was thinking voila was a Hebrew word too...lol :)
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    Question...

    The word hinei is found in THE ORTHODOX JEWISH BRIT CHADASHA m*4 PEREK DALET (CHAPTER FOUR) |11| Then Hasatan leaves him, and, hinei, malachim came and attended to Rebbe, Melech HaMoshiach. I am still having trouble finding the definition or discription of hinei - also voila...
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    Question...

    What does 'arba'im yom v'arba'im lailah' mean? It is found in m*4 PEREK DALET (CHAPTER FOUR) Matthew Chapter 4 v 2 HASATAN STANDS UP AGAINST REBBE, MELECH HAMOSHIACH WITH NISYONOS (TEMPTATIONS OF EVIL) also can you tell me where to find online the definitions or explainations of...
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    Questions about Messianic Judaism...

    Wow, thanks Missy, Those sites really had some interesting content. I have marked them so I can read more indepth later. If I have any more questions...I'll be back...lol Thanks again!
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    Questions about Messianic Judaism...

    I have been a Christian for many years.  Recently an uncle of mine, who preaches and teaches Messianic Judaism in his church, has ask me to join his fellowship when I return to Missouri.  I have been trying to learn all that I can about this and would like to talk to others who follow...
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    Waiting Paitiently to do God's Will

    <DIR>Hi Bsign24, I found a couple of verses that might help here.&nbsp; Sometimes our impatience leads us to troubles.&nbsp; Try to 'relax' and 'let go' so God can have his way with you. :hug: Pro 3:5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. Pro...
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    Older and Single (again) ....

    Hi everyone... :wave: I was just wondering whether there were others here who have found themselves single (again) due to divorce or the loss of a spouse? I was married for 27 years before my divorce.&nbsp; I find that I am having a hard time adjusting to the loneliness of a single life...
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    I'm Having A Difficult Time With This

    Hi Katastrophe, Believe me when I say I completely understand all that you say you are going through.&nbsp; :cry: I was married for 27 years before my husband decided he didn't want 'me' and didn't want 'God' anymore.&nbsp; We always attended the church that he wanted to attend.&nbsp; He...
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    chronic illness

    Specially for luckiecharms....... :hug: :pray: You are not alone and you are loved!
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    An embarassment to the Faith

    I, too, have encountered this 'attitude' from other Christians.&nbsp; I have even been told that I am just making up my own 'religion' and all I did was say that we should intrepret the Bible not only 'literally', but 'spiritually'.&nbsp; I feel that we should challenge one another at times...
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    Emotional support...

    That is the reason that I am living with my son at the moment...to help! But situations and circumstances have changed... My family and friends know about my situation, and although they do offer a place to stay (on the couch for a while), they are struggling with their own difficulties...