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Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

“You will know a tree by its fruit”, “If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned”

I thought I was saved but I don’t think I had a regenerated heart. I was converted but not regenerated. When I first came to Christ I was zealous. I wanted to follow him. I had oppression from my family and they thought that I was joining a cult.

But I was not diligent. Sometime along the years my fire for the Lord burnt out. I kept backsliding but I’d always come back. This last time really woke me up and I only believe that Jesus was advocating for me(I’m still confused about that) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day” “The sheep know my voice” “Abide in me and I will abide in you” “Many will say to the me Lord, Lord”

With certain events playing at hand I believe that God’s grace is still here but it is coming to an end. I’m not blind when it comes to the end times. I am aware that we are in the last hours. Not days. HOURS. I’ve wasted so much time that the Lord could of used me and mold me but I was being stubborn and rebellious. I feel as if time has run out for me and I am scared. I understand sin and the depravity that we as humans are in and I want to cry out but I can’t. It’s like my heart won’t connect with my mind. I played with my salvation and now I am unsure. Things are only going to get worse in the world. Pray for your families and friends. This doubt only makes everything worse. I wouldn’t want to wish this or what is to come on anyone!

Salvadore · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
“You will know a tree by its fruit”, “If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned”

I thought I was saved but I don’t think I had a regenerated heart. I was converted but not regenerated. When I first came to Christ I was zealous. I wanted to follow him. I had oppression from my family and they thought that I was joining a cult.

But I was not diligent. Sometime along the years my fire for the Lord burnt out. I kept backsliding but I’d always come back. This last time really woke me up and I only believe that Jesus was advocating for me(I’m still confused about that) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day” “The sheep know my voice” “Abide in me and I will abide in you” “Many will say to the me Lord, Lord”

With certain events playing at hand I believe that God’s grace is still here but it is coming to an end. I’m not blind when it comes to the end times. I am aware that we are in the last hours. Not days. HOURS. I’ve wasted so much time that the Lord could of used me and mold me but I was being stubborn and rebellious. I feel as if time has run out for me and I am scared. I understand sin and the depravity that we as humans are in and I want to cry out but I can’t. It’s like my heart won’t connect with my mind. I played with my salvation and now I am unsure. Things are only going to get worse in the world. Pray for your families and friends. This doubt only makes everything worse. I wouldn’t want to wish this or what is to come on anyone!

I read a different thread from someone who feared the end times. You can begin today by trusting Christ as your savior and by obeying Him. God loves you. The Christian life is not easy. Start today by asking God to help calm your fears. Turn off the news. We are all in the same boat. Talk to Jesus as if He were sitting next to you and behave accordingly. Many people before our generation have endured hardships. Take comfort in knowing God will not leave or forsake you. Go out and live your life as if it were your last. Focus on your blessings and reach out to others. Do what you want Christ to see you doing when he returns.

LoricaLady · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
“You will know a tree by its fruit”, “If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned”

I thought I was saved but I don’t think I had a regenerated heart. I was converted but not regenerated. When I first came to Christ I was zealous. I wanted to follow him. I had oppression from my family and they thought that I was joining a cult.

But I was not diligent. Sometime along the years my fire for the Lord burnt out. I kept backsliding but I’d always come back. This last time really woke me up and I only believe that Jesus was advocating for me(I’m still confused about that) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day” “The sheep know my voice” “Abide in me and I will abide in you” “Many will say to the me Lord, Lord”

With certain events playing at hand I believe that God’s grace is still here but it is coming to an end. I’m not blind when it comes to the end times. I am aware that we are in the last hours. Not days. HOURS. I’ve wasted so much time that the Lord could of used me and mold me but I was being stubborn and rebellious. I feel as if time has run out for me and I am scared. I understand sin and the depravity that we as humans are in and I want to cry out but I can’t. It’s like my heart won’t connect with my mind. I played with my salvation and now I am unsure. Things are only going to get worse in the world. Pray for your families and friends. This doubt only makes everything worse. I wouldn’t want to wish this or what is to come on anyone!

You seem to have an excellent grasp of many Bible truths. Perhaps it would help you to research Scriptures on Abba's forgiveness and mercy.

I pray you will see those and turn wholeheartedly toward Him for all your life.

Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

Salvadore said:
I read a different thread from someone who feared the end times. You can begin today by trusting Christ as your savior and by obeying Him. God loves you. The Christian life is not easy. Start today by asking God to help calm your fears. Turn off the news. We are all in the same boat. Talk to Jesus as if He were sitting next to you and behave accordingly. Many people before our generation have endured hardships. Take comfort in knowing God will not leave or forsake you. Go out and live your life as if it were your last. Focus on your blessings and reach out to others. Do what you want Christ to see you doing when he returns.

I am the epitome of a lazy christian. I see soooo much time that i have left to waste. This is all so serious and the messed up part about its I want to cry out to him. I want Jesus to save me because I know he is my only hope. and I am a wretched sinner. I keep wondering if there is actually something wrong with me because i cant cry out.

dqhall · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
“You will know a tree by its fruit”, “If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned”

I thought I was saved but I don’t think I had a regenerated heart. I was converted but not regenerated. When I first came to Christ I was zealous. I wanted to follow him. I had oppression from my family and they thought that I was joining a cult.

But I was not diligent. Sometime along the years my fire for the Lord burnt out. I kept backsliding but I’d always come back. This last time really woke me up and I only believe that Jesus was advocating for me(I’m still confused about that) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day” “The sheep know my voice” “Abide in me and I will abide in you” “Many will say to the me Lord, Lord”

With certain events playing at hand I believe that God’s grace is still here but it is coming to an end. I’m not blind when it comes to the end times. I am aware that we are in the last hours. Not days. HOURS. I’ve wasted so much time that the Lord could of used me and mold me but I was being stubborn and rebellious. I feel as if time has run out for me and I am scared. I understand sin and the depravity that we as humans are in and I want to cry out but I can’t. It’s like my heart won’t connect with my mind. I played with my salvation and now I am unsure. Things are only going to get worse in the world. Pray for your families and friends. This doubt only makes everything worse. I wouldn’t want to wish this or what is to come on anyone!

At 60 I realize the end of my time on earth is coming, whether I live twenty years or a day. I can rejoice for healings and mercy received. I was going blind, but got cataract surgery to see brights colors again. An injured shoulder was healed without surgery. A wheat seed was planted in good soil and died. In dying it sprouted and grew to produce a hundred fold. “The harvest is plentiful, the workers are few.” I read about a couple in Brazil who worked with volunteers to plant about three square miles worth of trees to reforest an area that had been stripped of its trees. “Anyone after having put his hand to the plow and turns back, is not fit for the kingdom of heaven.” Jesus said, “Those who live by the sword will die by the sword.” Jesus said, “Be harmless as doves.” Households without guns are less likely to die of gunshot wounds. Productivity will spread like the trunk of a grapevine and all its leaders. Not only is adultery wrong, but it is wrong to look at another with lust in mind. Some might refuse to turn this world into an impoverished, overcrowded slum.

Salvadore · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
I am the epitome of a lazy christian. I see soooo much time that i have left to waste. This is all so serious and the messed up part about its I want to cry out to him. I want Jesus to save me because I know he is my only hope. and I am a wretched sinner. I keep wondering if there is actually something wrong with me because i cant cry out.

It sounds like you are paralyzed by fear and anxiety. Please speak with your minister. You can overcome this.

Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

dqhall said:
At 60 I realize the end of my time on earth is coming, whether I live twenty years or a day. I can rejoice for healings and mercy received. I was going blind, but got cataract surgery to see brights colors again. An injured shoulder was healed without surgery. A wheat seed was planted in good soil and died. In dying it sprouted and grew to produce a hundred fold. “The harvest is plentiful, the workers are few.” I read about a couple in Brazil who worked with volunteers to plant about three square miles worth of trees to reforest an area that had been stripped of its trees. “Anyone after having put his hand to the plow and turns back, is not fit for the kingdom of heaven.” Jesus said, “Those who live by the sword will die by the sword.” Jesus said, “Be harmless as doves.” Households without guns are less likely to die of gunshot wounds. Productivity will spread like the trunk of a grapevine and all its leaders. Not only is adultery wrong, but it is wrong to look at another with lust in mind. Some might refuse to turn this world into an impoverished, overcrowded slum.

I keep hoping that I can overcome this , but i keep getting hit with scriptures that prove otherwise.

Salvadore · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
I keep hoping that I can overcome this , but i keep getting hit with scriptures that prove otherwise.[/

You could be looking for scripture to condemn yourself. A healthier way to read scripture is with a group of other Christians or with a minister. The Bible contains a lot of scary passages. It is easy to find oneself described in scripture because we are all sinners. I have been in your position and I had to stop reading my Bible alone for a time. You have to understand who Jesus was speaking to and understand the situation. Take a deep breath and try to find a Bible study with people your age. You can do this! Let us know when you find a group to study with. Be accountable : )

JIMINZ · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
“You will know a tree by its fruit”, “If anyone does not abide in me he is thrown away like a branch and withers; and the branches are gathered, thrown into the fire, and burned”

I thought I was saved but I don’t think I had a regenerated heart. I was converted but not regenerated. When I first came to Christ I was zealous. I wanted to follow him. I had oppression from my family and they thought that I was joining a cult.

But I was not diligent. Sometime along the years my fire for the Lord burnt out. I kept backsliding but I’d always come back. This last time really woke me up and I only believe that Jesus was advocating for me(I’m still confused about that) “No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day” “The sheep know my voice” “Abide in me and I will abide in you” “Many will say to the me Lord, Lord”

With certain events playing at hand I believe that God’s grace is still here but it is coming to an end. I’m not blind when it comes to the end times. I am aware that we are in the last hours. Not days. HOURS. I’ve wasted so much time that the Lord could of used me and mold me but I was being stubborn and rebellious. I feel as if time has run out for me and I am scared. I understand sin and the depravity that we as humans are in and I want to cry out but I can’t. It’s like my heart won’t connect with my mind. I played with my salvation and now I am unsure. Things are only going to get worse in the world. Pray for your families and friends. This doubt only makes everything worse. I wouldn’t want to wish this or what is to come on anyone!

Sounds like you are telling the truth.

You never were Regenerated.
You are a wretched sinner.

How about trying to get what you thought you had, but this time make sure it is the real thing where there isn't any room for doubt.

I believe you heard the word and it thrilled your soul, but the seed was on stony ground.

Mar 4:10 And when he was alone, they that were about him with the twelve asked of him the parable.
Mar 4:11 And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables:
Mar 4:12 That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should be forgiven them.
Mar 4:13 And he said unto them, Know ye not this parable? and how then will ye know all parables?
Mar 4:14 The sower soweth the word.
Mar 4:15 And these are they by the way side, where the word is sown; but when they have heard, Satan cometh immediately, and taketh away the word that was sown in their hearts.
Mar 4:16 And these are they likewise which are sown on stony ground; who, when they have heard the word, immediately receive it with gladness;
Mar 4:17 And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.
Mar 4:18 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word,
Mar 4:19 And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
Mar 4:20 And these are they which are sown on good ground; such as hear the word, and receive it, and bring forth fruit, some thirtyfold, some sixty, and some an hundred.

A question.
When you received what you believe to be Salvation, when did you become Baptized after that, were you attending a Church, why did your family believe you had joined a cult?

Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

I was baptized maybe a couple months after. When I got baptized it didn't feel right. And I was attending a church.

There was a program that the church provided for young adults and basically you give you life to get closer to the Lord. I had put in my 30 day notice and was going to quit my job. I told them that in Luke 14:25-33. They thought I was crazy for leaving. But at that time I thought I was zealous and I wanted to get closer to the Lord. But now I dont even know of that meant anything.

Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

JIMINZ said:
Sounds like you are telling the truth.

You never were Regenerated.
You are a wretched sinner.

How about trying to get what you thought you had, but this time make sure it is the real thing where there isn't any room for doubt.

I believe you heard the word and it thrilled your soul, but the seed was on stony ground.

Mar 4:10 And when he was alone, they that were about him with the twelve asked of him the parable.
Mar 4:11 And he said unto them, Unto you it is given to know the mystery of the kingdom of God: but unto them that are without, all these things are done in parables:
Mar 4:12 That seeing they may see, and not perceive; and hearing they may hear, and not understand; lest at any time they should be converted, and their sins should be forgiven them.
Mar 4:13 And he said unto them, Know ye not this parable? and how then will ye know all parables?
Mar 4:14 The sower soweth the word.
Mar 4:15 And these are they by the way side, where the word is sown; but when they have heard, Satan cometh immediately, and taketh away the word that was sown in their hearts.
Mar 4:16 And these are they likewise which are sown on stony ground; who, when they have heard the word, immediately receive it with gladness;
Mar 4:17 And have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.
Mar 4:18 And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word,
Mar 4:19 And the cares of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, and the lusts of other things entering in, choke the word, and it becometh unfruitful.
Mar 4:20 And these are they which are sown on good ground; such as hear the word, and receive it, and bring forth fruit, some thirtyfold, some sixty, and some an hundred.

A question.
When you received what you believe to be Salvation, when did you become Baptized after that, were you attending a Church, why did your family believe you had joined a cult?

So if I've never been regenerated. Can I still get regenerated?

JIMINZ · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
So if I've never been regenerated. Can I still get regenerated?

Sure you can, answer the questions I asked?

A question.
When you received what you believe to be Salvation, when did you become Baptized after that, were you attending a Church, why did your family believe you had joined a cult?

JIMINZ · Feb 17, 2020

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Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

JIMINZ said:
Sure you can, answer the questions I asked?

A question.
When you received what you believe to be Salvation, when did you become Baptized after that, were you attending a Church, why did your family believe you had joined a cult?

I was baptized maybe a couple months after. When I got baptized it didn't feel right. And I was attending a church.

There was a program that the church provided for young adults and basically you give you life to get closer to the Lord. I had put in my 30 day notice and was going to quit my job. I told them that in Luke 14:25-33. They thought I was crazy for leaving. But at that time I thought I was zealous and I wanted to get closer to the Lord. But now I dont even know of that meant anything.

JIMINZ · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
I was baptized maybe a couple months after. When I got baptized it didn't feel right. And I was attending a church.

There was a program that the church provided for young adults and basically you give you life to get closer to the Lord. I had put in my 30 day notice and was going to quit my job. I told them that in Luke 14:25-33. They thought I was crazy for leaving. But at that time I thought I was zealous and I wanted to get closer to the Lord. But now I dont even know of that meant anything.

What was wrong, that it didn't feel right?
What Church denomination?

Stephanie7 · Feb 17, 2020

Keep crying out to Him no matter how many times you fail and feel distant, He reigns and will bring You back to him as long as the desire to return is there. I believe in these days the enemy is doing all he can to turn believers against God and make them feel that God has forsaken them. Truth is, God will never leave you nor forsake you. Keep the faith, keep believing, keep reading your bible for His Word comes against the enemy |Keep praying and talking to Him. Don't give up on God.

Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed for His compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness." Lamentations 3:22-23

Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

JIMINZ said:
What was wrong, that it didn't feel right?
What Church denomination?

Non denominational. I felt like it wasn't the right time

JIMINZ · Feb 17, 2020

Alynn said:
Non denominational. I felt like it wasn't the right time

Non Denominational could mean, that it could possibly be headed by any fly by night charlatan that acquired a license to preach off the internet.

What were the reasons your family thought you were joining a cult?

Why did you feel it was not the right time for you to become Baptized?

Alynn · Feb 17, 2020

JIMINZ said:
Non Denominational could mean, that it could possibly be headed by any fly by night charlatan that acquired a license to preach off the internet.

What were the reasons your family thought you were joining a cult?

Why did you feel it was not the right time for you to become Baptized?

I wanted to leave my family to go to a school that offered opportunities to get closer to God. It was like 9,000. I put my 30 day notice in at my apartment and had my things packed. And I was going to quit my Job. In my heart I felt that God may have been calling me to do that. At that time I wanted to get closer to him

tturt · Feb 18, 2020

You realize that all of us haven't done everything for the lLord like we should have. But God is always in the restoration frame of mind.

Does your family believe in Jesus? If they dont or you attend a different church than they do, sometimes families think conversion to Christ means a cult. You could look at your church's mission statement which is probably covered in their new members classes.

God's word is spirit and life. You dont have to attend school to be closer to God. Might want to have some Scriptures memorized or written in small notepad. Lord's prayer, Psa 23, some of your favorites. When opportunities arise such as waiting for a food order or at an traffic intersection, recall some of these verses. Listen to praise and worship music morel. Step up thanksgiving and gratitude. - could begin a notebook. Maintain prayer and reading the Bible - even if it's only a few min a day

And be real radical by taking communion often and giving your testimony even if it's just to yourself.

Phill 4:8, PSA 138:2, Col 3:33-34, Rev 12:11, John 6:63++++++

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