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A couple things... First of all, we should not base our theology (or our salvation) on a single isolated and unclear passage of scripture. There are dozens of scriptures that clearly define the requirements for salvation. Many similar passages and promises say that whosoever calls...

That's a hard sutuation. I've been on the edge multiple times in my painful 25 year marriage. Some things have thankfully gotten better, but still so many deep painful things going on. I'm just doing my best to release the situation into God's care right now, and to let him direct my steps day...

I'm no expert, but I know that sometimes my will, plans, and desires do not always match with what God wills for my life. I often struggle and fight to get what I want, only to realize that I am sometimes fighting against the very thing that God wants for me. I can see this in a number of areas...

I am terribly sorry to hear your struggles right now. I can only offer my experience, strength, hope, and prayers. I remember being in a desperate situation long ago, to the point where I joined the military (which ended up working out well for me). With that said, I spent a lot of years in a...

For the 1 Cor 7:14 passage, I think it largely depends on the definition of the terms 'sanctified' and 'holy'. I know we often throw these terms around, thinking that we know what they mean. Looking at the Greek, they are both from the same root 'hagios', which has to do with being 'set apart'...

I suck at witnessing. I mostly just plant tracts. Greg Koukl of the 'Stand To Reason' ministry talks about just 'putting a stone in their shoe'. I don't always have to carry them across the finish line or seal the deal. Instead, perhaps God wants me to just plant a little something into their...

I really liked the first half of the movie 'Moses' with Ben Kingsley. It really added a lot to the biblical story for me. Some of the things that were said by the characters were faith provoking to me. Even the character who played Pharoah was very good in the role. Made me think and feel much...

There was a guy named Paul who struggled like this too. So we're not alone. "For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh,) dwelleth no good thing: for to will is present with me; but how to perform that which is good I find not. For the good that I would I do not: but the evil which I would...

I've read several accounts. By the evidence, it seems impossible to just be brain chemistry. There are accounts of blind people seeing things around them as they leave their body. A lot of stories are very detailed, with some interesting consistencies. Even many unbelievers seem to make...

If I can say, it seems like you are being way too hard on yourself. God knows that we are fallen and broken human beings. He came to save us anyways. He didn't come to save perfect people. He came to save ordinary people who struggle with real life problems. The burden is on Christ to save us...

Thanks for having the courage to sharing all this. It is important to find supportive people who we can trust during difficult times. It is impossible to go through it alone. Regarding feelings, it seems very natural to have all kinds of feelings going on inside. It sounds like a very turbulent...

There was another one...which I believe says "Things got better when I got better". Another... DETACH = Don't Even Think About Changing Him/Her

Not exactly an Al-Anon quote, but I like "God will fix your broken heart, if you give him all the pieces".

Sadly no. I used to include God in every part of my life, I think. I would talk to him about everything that was going on in my life. Both positive and negative. Whether it was anger, disappointment, struggles, moral failures, or anything else. It wasn't about me just coming to God to manipulate...

My heart goes out to you and your Mom. Seemed to get a vision of a dove flapping its wings. Praying all goes well for you.

I have been where you are right now. If you are not already connected with some healthy believers, I would encourage that. Get connected with other people who you can share your life with, and who can build you up. If you don't have that, please find that. I will pray that God will help you get...

Prayed for your friends.

I've had quite a situation in my home for many years. Bad marriage, etc. God knows. My main concerns are my next steps forward, and the salvation of my family. Some of my kids 'prayed the prayer' to receive Christ years ago. I have seven children, so I guess having them in heaven is a big deal...

I wrote a long response and it got blown away. Let me try again. First, what are you doing for fun? Do you have any hobbies or things that you like to do? Is there anywhere you could go out and do, even if it is just going for a walk or doing a puzzle. Christ said that he came so that we might...

Thank you for sharing your faith and inspiration with us. Sounds like you have come to learn a lot in the Lord in just a few short weeks. Sometimes when the road gets long and times get tough, these are good things for us to remember. That he intends for us to be where we are, and acccepts us as...