Nice to meet all of you!

[Emmawowee]

I'm Emma, I was baptized Catholic but grew up non-believing and believed in mostly Buddhist and reincarnation ideas.
However after some deep spiritual experiences, getting a sign from my great grandma, and other things, I was led to God. I did lots of research on philosophy, metaphysics, intelligent design, Biblical accuracy, etc. And after considering both secular and non secular sources, I felt like what I previously thought was just "the universe" telling me things and informing my intuition, was in reality, God. I have always seen things regarding human nature other people haven't seen, and had dreams that had predicted events, that I always just assumed was coincidence. I think there is simply a lot beyond our reality we can't explain. I started RCIA classes recently, and I look forward to where this spiritual journey takes me.

I wanted to find a forum where I could get Christian perspectives, because unfortunately on r/Christianity it is overrun by atheists who will turn people's posts into debates and flood the comment sections with ad hominems. And I also don't mind discussing things with atheists as long as it can be moderated such as on here, because it's unfortunate to see that it's not regulated in other places. From what I've seen people are very respectful on all sides here.

 

[Lost Witness]

Welcome to CF, Emmawowee.

 

[Christoph Maria]

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Welcome to Christian Forums!
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LORD, those who know you will trust in You.
You have never deserted those who look to You.
Psalms 9:10
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"Here is what I am commanding you to do:
Be strong and brave.
Do not be terrified.
Do not lose hope.
I am the LORD your God.
I will be with you everywhere you go."
Joshua 1:9
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"Judah, listen to me!
People of Jerusalem, listen to me!
Have faith in the LORD your God.
He'll take good care of you.
Have faith in his prophets.
Then you will have success."
2 Chronicles 20:20
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Some trust in chariots.
Some trust in horses.
But we trust in the LORD our God.
Psalms 20:7
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[Tigger45]

Glad you decided to join us Emma!

 

[tturt]

Joining others in welcoming you to CF

You might be interested in the 'Signs Gifts" forum, select Spiritual Gifts" forum first. Don't know your thoughts on other gifts but visions are ok there

Hope you find your times here rewarding.

 

[Michie]

Welcome Emma! Here is the Catholic forum if you want to drop by- One Bread, One Body - Catholic I hope you find CF helpful and edifying!

 

[rjs330]

Hi Emma. Glad you are here. It sounds like God has been dealing with you for a while. You finally listened! . We have some very interesting conversations here and not all Christians agree on everything. :-(

But we do sharpen each other from time to time.

 

[Joined2krist]

Welcome!

 

[Annie Y.]

Hello! It is a wonderful thing, it must be life's greatest blessing to have found out the truth about God after a long and hard search, bearing fruit. A heart that is changed is a prize possession in the eyes of our Almighty God.

My cousin did the same thing you did, studying and doing extensive research but she came to the conclusion opposite of yours. I feel sad for her, because I did try to help but I know that her salvation is in God's hands. May He show her grace and mercy. Life is so precious.

I wish atheists would see the truth not just that God exists but that He does care for them and loves them. I think it's a fair thing to say that a truly loving atheist is on his or her pathway to heaven, because I believe it is no affront to God for Himself not to be acknowledged. If only they know that He loves them. If only my cousin knows that He loves her.

Thank God this forum is well-moderated, as you say, and you're right that people-bashing and careless words show a lack of respect for the other, so that reason and understanding get lost in the process, little to say kindness and even appreciation.

Looking forward to seeing you around this forum. May you be a blessing to everyone you encounter, especially those who don't believe in God because you've been through it and have the experience to help them navigate.

Grace and Peace be yours in abundance!

Kind Wishes,
Annie.