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Hi, My name is Ian.

I'm a 57 yr old severely disabled man in Essex, UK.
Although I live alone and rely on carers (3.5 hours a day) I rarely get lonely as I'm never truly alone, God is with me every day and always ready to listen when I want to talk to him.
I should add that I'm completely bed bound 24/7 and have been for the last 5+ years.

I became a Christian way back in my teens but have been a back slider for many decades after becoming disillusioned with my local churches.

My return to the lord came about after deciding to arrange my own funeral ( I like to plan ahead) and in doing so I got in touch with an old friend who happened to have become a C of E vicar, she visited to talk about my plans and we got talking.
The end result was a resurgence of my faith which culminated in her baptising me at home, an event that meant a lot to both of us.
Another friend has helped me along the path with us talking and praying together when she visit's and many hours of talking on the phone.

Even though my physical health isn't so good I still class my self as blessed for the person I have become due to my disabilities and the few dearly loved friends I have around me.

Finally I should explain my name, it has nothing to do with magic, but was a name given to me by a friend who loved the way I played guitar back then and its stuck.
 

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Hi, My name is Ian.

I'm a 57 yr old severely disabled man in Essex, UK.
Although I live alone and rely on carers (3.5 hours a day) I rarely get lonely as I'm never truly alone, God is with me every day and always ready to listen when I want to talk to him.
I should add that I'm completely bed bound 24/7 and have been for the last 5+ years.

I became a Christian way back in my teens but have been a back slider for many decades after becoming disillusioned with my local churches.

My return to the lord came about after deciding to arrange my own funeral ( I like to plan ahead) and in doing so I got in touch with an old friend who happened to have become a C of E vicar, she visited to talk about my plans and we got talking.
The end result was a resurgence of my faith which culminated in her baptising me at home, an event that meant a lot to both of us.
Another friend has helped me along the path with us talking and praying together when she visit's and many hours of talking on the phone.

Even though my physical health isn't so good I still class my self as blessed for the person I have become due to my disabilities and the few dearly loved friends I have around me.

Finally I should explain my name, it has nothing to do with magic, but was a name given to me by a friend who loved the way I played guitar back then and its stuck.

Hi Ian; welcome to CF; you are an inspiration for me of the power of God to help people no mater what there circumstances if they will turn to His Son Jesus. Sometimes I complain that I can't walk as good as I used to; thank you for reminding me to be thankful for what I can do; but it took many hardships for me to turn to the Lord as well. I'm glad you have friends close by; may God bless you here on CF as well as in the world. If there is anything we can help you with; just ask an Ambassador; that's what we are here for. :wave:

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Hi, My name is Ian.

I'm a 57 yr old severely disabled man in Essex, UK.
Although I live alone and rely on carers (3.5 hours a day) I rarely get lonely as I'm never truly alone, God is with me every day and always ready to listen when I want to talk to him.
I should add that I'm completely bed bound 24/7 and have been for the last 5+ years.

I became a Christian way back in my teens but have been a back slider for many decades after becoming disillusioned with my local churches.

My return to the lord came about after deciding to arrange my own funeral ( I like to plan ahead) and in doing so I got in touch with an old friend who happened to have become a C of E vicar, she visited to talk about my plans and we got talking.
The end result was a resurgence of my faith which culminated in her baptising me at home, an event that meant a lot to both of us.
Another friend has helped me along the path with us talking and praying together when she visit's and many hours of talking on the phone.

Even though my physical health isn't so good I still class my self as blessed for the person I have become due to my disabilities and the few dearly loved friends I have around me.

Finally I should explain my name, it has nothing to do with magic, but was a name given to me by a friend who loved the way I played guitar back then and its stuck.

What an encouraging testimony Ian, you are a real blessing!
 
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Ian what a fantastic intro and testimony...very encouraging and I'm so happy to hear your faith has had a resurgence - that is amazing...A HUGE welcome to CF...I've no doubt you'll find friendship and fellowship on here whilst inspiring others along the way! Many Blessings Lex
 
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Hi and welcome.
May God bless your time with us and I look forward to seeing you around.
If you want to Fellowship with us we have a room by that name HERE. Find beautiful music,HERE

Gorgeous pictures and peaceful moments and inspiring uplifting blessings at Words of Encouragement and Thoughts .


When life is too much or you just want to relax in the peace of mind. Those links are special.
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Being a christian means help others and listen others becoz everybody live for himself but in Christianity we live for others.
This is good to remember, right? :)

The Lord Jesus Himself 'made Himself of no reputation' (Philippians 2).
 
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