A Beginning

[ashleycarly]

Hello, everyone. My name is Ashley Carly, and this is the first time I've participated in an online forum of any kind. Since my relationship with God is such an integral part of my life, I thought it would be best to start with a Christian forum.

I've been a Christian for about 17 years now, though my journey has been anything but smooth. My family and I have attended churches of various denominations -- some more unique than others -- but I have come out of that journey more secure in my walk with God than ever before. (Now, however, I consider myself non-denominational.) Some of the things I've faced and learned have caused me to question my faith or doubt what I was sure I heard God say, but ultimately they all forced me to study the Bible in more depth than I ever had. I am forever grateful for that. I wish everyone would take the time to read the Bible, cover to cover.

I'll just put it out there now that I've also been single all my life, though I have wanted a partner for a long time. While God hasn't answered that prayer yet, He has offered me incomprehensible comfort on my loneliest days. Now I've taken it as my mission to comfort other single women struggling with their single status. My blog matelessouls.com is dedicated to that purpose. So, if any of you are single Christian women, please visit the site.

I look forward to conversing with you all on this forum. God bless you.

~ Ashley C.

 

[mukk_in]

Hello Ashley, welcome .

 

[inquiring mind]

Hi Ashley... Welcome to CF! Nice introduction. Glad you joined us and may God bless you on your journey.

 

[Petros2015]

Hello Ashley and welcome

 

[faroukfarouk]

Hello, everyone. My name is Ashley Carly, and this is the first time I've participated in an online forum of any kind. Since my relationship with God is such an integral part of my life, I thought it would be best to start with a Christian forum.

I've been a Christian for about 17 years now, though my journey has been anything but smooth. My family and I have attended churches of various denominations -- some more unique than others -- but I have come out of that journey more secure in my walk with God than ever before. (Now, however, I consider myself non-denominational.) Some of the things I've faced and learned have caused me to question my faith or doubt what I was sure I heard God say, but ultimately they all forced me to study the Bible in more depth than I ever had. I am forever grateful for that. I wish everyone would take the time to read the Bible, cover to cover.

I'll just put it out there now that I've also been single all my life, though I have wanted a partner for a long time. While God hasn't answered that prayer yet, He has offered me incomprehensible comfort on my loneliest days. Now I've taken it as my mission to comfort other single women struggling with their single status. My blog matelessouls.com is dedicated to that purpose. So, if any of you are single Christian women, please visit the site.

I look forward to conversing with you all on this forum. God bless you.

~ Ashley C.

Hi; good to see you; God bless His Word to you.

 

[Truly1999]

Hello, everyone. My name is Ashley Carly, and this is the first time I've participated in an online forum of any kind. Since my relationship with God is such an integral part of my life, I thought it would be best to start with a Christian forum.

I've been a Christian for about 17 years now, though my journey has been anything but smooth. My family and I have attended churches of various denominations -- some more unique than others -- but I have come out of that journey more secure in my walk with God than ever before. (Now, however, I consider myself non-denominational.) Some of the things I've faced and learned have caused me to question my faith or doubt what I was sure I heard God say, but ultimately they all forced me to study the Bible in more depth than I ever had. I am forever grateful for that. I wish everyone would take the time to read the Bible, cover to cover.

I'll just put it out there now that I've also been single all my life, though I have wanted a partner for a long time. While God hasn't answered that prayer yet, He has offered me incomprehensible comfort on my loneliest days. Now I've taken it as my mission to comfort other single women struggling with their single status. My blog matelessouls.com is dedicated to that purpose. So, if any of you are single Christian women, please visit the site.

I look forward to conversing with you all on this forum. God bless you.

~ Ashley C.

Hi Ashley C, welcome to the community. I'm sure you will like it here. There's so many different forums here to discuss a diverse range of subjects and topics and where you can engage at different levels. It's great that you can start threads yourself; there's always some online who will reply either immediately or within the hour 24/7365.

 

[ashleycarly]

Thank you, everyone. I never knew that an online community could feel just as welcoming as a real-life one -- maybe even more so.

~ Ashley C.

 

[YesMe]

Hello there and welcome! You are blessed for knowing God!

 

[ashleycarly]

Thank you, YesMe! I feel blessed. And thank you for telling me about all the forums, Truly1999. It's like a whole new world full of exciting possibilities.

~ Ashley C.

 

[Fish Catcher Jim]

Welcome To Our Family Here At CF @ashleycarly ,

It's such a Blessing listening to how God has kept you within Him and look forward to hearing more.

As you begin to look around the forum, it might look a little overwhelming, so here are several links to help make your start a little easier.

1. Statement Of Purpose
2. Welcome to CF Information
3. Faith Group List which will help you to find your perfect area to fellowship.

If you have any questions or issues with the forum, please feel free to contact an Ambassador and we will do what we can to help.

Again Welcome to the forum
Blessings
FCJ

 

[ashleycarly]

Thank you, Fish Catcher Jim.

~ Ashley C.