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WannaWitness

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Has it happened to you recently?

Yes; the party that did it was very scornful and sarcastic about it. At first it hurt me, but then I reconsidered. Now I've gotten to where I think of it as a compliment.

In fact, I'd like to see that on a T-shirt!
 
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GreenMunchkin

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Yes; the party that did it was very scornful and sarcastic about it. At first it hurt me, but then I reconsidered. Now I've gotten to where I think of it as a compliment.

In fact, I'd like to see that on a T-shirt!
:D As long as you're ok about it :hug:

Yah, can't see how it's anything to be ashamed of. We know the world pours scorn on Christ, so receiving some of that scorn in His name is a joy :)
 
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JimfromOhio

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I have not been called that since I don't use my Bible when I am dealing with non-believers. I use me as a Christian as my life as an example and when they are curious about my life, I will sit down with them and have coffee with them. The BEST Evangelist is the Holy Spirit through Jesus Christ and as I talk, the Holy Spirit will work in a person's heart to be convicted. 1 Thessalonians 1:5 "because our gospel came to you not simply with words, but also with power, with the Holy Spirit and with deep conviction. You know how we lived among you for your sake." John 6:29 Jesus answered, "The work of God is this: to believe in the one He has sent."
 
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rmw8855

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I remember a story where a pastor was called an extremist. He was upset at first because it was definitely meant as an insult. After he thought about it awhile, he started laughing because he was an extremist.

Extremely saved
Extremely prosperous
Extremely loved
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jad123

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How many of us here have ever been called a "Bible-thumper"? What do you think of it?

I have.

I have been called a bible thumper and my favorite of all is Jesus Freak. I just smile and say thank you and let them know that was the biggest compliment that they could have given me.
 
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Albion

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How many of us here have ever been called a "Bible-thumper"? What do you think of it?

I have.


If the speaker, in order to attack me, has to take a poke at the Bible, I can easily take it and feel no personal offense.
 
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Sothron

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I have been called many terms, bigot, hypocrite, Bible basher, Bible thumper, Bible humper (ugh), even apostate by other Christians for becoming Orthodox.

All rolls off my back. I already know I am the worst of sinners and I am a hypocrite. Nothing else can bring me greater shame than failing of the standard I should live to every day. Let the world despise me; I despise my own sins more than they can ever know. :crosseo:
 
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