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blankgirl said:
i knew i shouldnt have written any of what i wrote.
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I hear you. if no one else, I hear you. and I understand way more than you think.

and you are right to be frustrated, that kind of response (that upset you) is NOT helpful and does NOT do anyone any good.

i'm sorry you were (what We call) "resorted" on like that.
 
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actually this person condemned me for trying to help her out of her depression for encouraging her with Jesus and giving a testimony of times Jesus has helped me then told me she doesn't understand Christians always talking about Jesus. And she personally made a joke of Jesus.
 
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Wow.
Are you sure this person is not being afflicted in other ways?

It's perfectly fine to "take a break" from someone if/when you can't handle their behavior on a continuing basis. You don't have to cut them off entirely, just let them know you're not able to endure it and you'll be praying for them.

Of course when too many ppl do that at once, the hurting one can perceive it as abandonment ... and dunno about your pal but Those who seize me capitalize on those situations as They love to isolate me where They may feed on me in peace with no interference.

Depression though -- that makes ppl lash out at times, and bipolar ppl will go through this weird thing called "dysphoria" where they have manic energy but depressed thoughts and act like they are on a permanent rage/hate wave.

Without knowing more specifics on your pal I couldn't say -- but my gut tells me abandoning those hurting is not a good idea (for their welfare). It really boils down to whether you have what it takes in Christ to place others' needs above your own -- but also have the balance not to let yourself be victimized. A very hard call to make.
 
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TWO IMPORTANT GUIDELINES HERE FOR ALL OF US​

Please Read!​



FIRSTLY​

We all want to see The Inner Room as a place of peace where we come together as a family of Christian Believers, caring for and loving each other. "Love is kind" God says in 1 Corinthians 13:4. So we are to be careful with our speech and relationship with all others here - to ensure that we always speak in love and speak kindly and gently.

It's perfectly possible to speak the truth within those parameters - and that's what is needed in all posts here. The Pinocchio "if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all" is a pretty reasonable guide.

Please do NOT look upon these words as 'targeting' anyone. They're not (if I do, you'll know it, trust me!) All I'm asking is care taken when you write, and when you give advice. It's my hope and prayer that we will be showing the love towards each other that is GOD'S COMMAND TO US! Nothing less will do!


SECONDLY

(a) CONCERNING YOU. When someone does say something that doesn't go down well with you, please try not to react. It's just SO easy to take something personally when the writer never meant that at all. "Look for the good" is what's needed here (not the opposite). That makes for HARMONY and LOVE!!

(b) CONCERNING SOMEONE ELSE. If the thing said is 'against' someone else, then you may want to come to their aid. I hope you will! We're here to SUPPORT each other, right. That's what Christians who are serious with the Lord do. BUT... instead of 'attacking' the perpetrator - don't!! Instead, support the one who has been hurt. That's the best way to maintain harmony in the family.

Please remember that we are ALL sinners! So please take care not to throw the first stone - or the second!! If someone says something NOT in love, and you then slang back at them, what happens? It's quite inevitable: things like hurt, an argument or fight, and piles of upset! In fact all the very things God says not to do, not to have amongst us!



I do hope this will help harmony and love to prevail here in our special online family!

With our very best wishes to all, and lots of love!

- Bondman and his Lady (ministering the Good News of the Gospel)
 
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Okay, more has been written while I was preparing the Guidelines. You guys have said your piece, now it's time to stop. We don't want anyone to be hurt. And I do mean anyone. Love must rule here, and that's the best way to ensure it does.

Thankyou on behalf of all the family here!


We love you both!

- Bondman with his Lady



EDIT! Also please note another thing about real agape LOVE that God puts into our heart, and that is that what you've said - and I'll speak for myself here - what's been said I've HEARD. I take as important every word from another. I neither downplay it, nor dismiss it. I work hard to understand, and mostly God helps me pretty well on this.

So true Love DOES listen and DOES hear!
 
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Finally got around to turning my calendar today. The scripture verse on it is very beautiful:
Isaiah 12:5 "Sing to the Lord, for He has done glorious things; let this be known to all the world."
For he HAS done glorious things! And He IS doing glorious things and He will KEEP on doing glorious things! Praise His glorious Name!
 
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J4Jesus

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JoshuaM said:
is it wrong to cut off a friendship when the person professes to be a Christian but fights everything the Bible stands for and tries to bring down people that stand for the Lord?
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Hi Joshua

A true Christan who is saved by his blood and grace loves Jesus so why would they make jokes about Him?

Many people believe that He IS but they don't understand they only believe with their head but must believe with their heart to be born again. If they have not been changed, born again, by confesing withtheir mouth Jesus is their Lord and believe in their heart God raised him from the dead, they can't understand the Bible. Its spiritually discerned. They can't see things the same as we do and no matter how we would try to fellowship that 'fellowship' just isn't there. Our spirit witnesses with theirs that God is in them or not.

But all we can do for those who claim to be of Christ but don't honor Him or his Word, is after sharing with them what God has given us, then just pray for them. Let your light shine

God bless
 
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abigale said:
I was going to say j4j couldn't say it better when she shows up to do just that. Well balanced speached,
now I for one, need to go do computer work in my old ohio home. lol.. You guys kill me.
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What do you mean? Which post was that? what did I say?
 
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I just wanted to remind you, you are precious in His sight! He sure does loves you and no weapon formed against you shall prosper. The Bible says He always causes us to triumph! So just rest in Him, draw your strength from His sweet presence each day and stay in the Word.

Blankgirl
As a matter of fact, I believe the Lord would be saying this to you also!


StacieA
Hi ! This looks like a good time to me. No interruption here
God bless you!
 
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Blankgirl,
Words, there are no words. There are no words to express what needs to be said.
Except these:
We love you.
We stand by you.
We are putting our virtual arms around you and giving you muaks.
and we pray.
We are here for you, BG. Keep talking to us.

HadessahRose, you too. Dont give up. We love you, stand by you, give you hugs and pray for you,too.

Moriah, the tiger! Love you, too!
Bondman, wise as always. May God bless your socks off!
JoshuaM, peace to you. God's peace and comfort.
Greenthumb, muaks!
CindyisHis,grace and love.
ForeverAmanda, graceful dove, stay in His peace.
Criada, PLEASE COME HOME!
ThorninHiscrown, shalom.
All the new ones that I cant remember their names, forgive me, (memory as long as a piece of string!), welcome to the Inner Room!
May the peace of God that passes all understanding fill your hearts and minds this day.
May He grant comfort and solace and wisdom to guide your way.
(hey, I'm a poet, and didnt know it!)
 
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J4Jesus, how could I forget you? Forgive me, hun! There are so many people on here now, we need a memberlist just for this thread! ha!
J4Jesus, to you.
StacieA, Welcome to the Inner Room! Dont worry about interrupting. People do it all the time. No one takes offense at it. Its hard to write a post and keep up with who is posting what, so just jump on in!
 
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i am not sure what to do because after i deleted her i tried to sleep some but got up to let the dog out and she sent me a message so i responded, but the conversation was fruitless and became an exchange of insults. but if she does come back to me for advice, which i doubt, i guess i can be open. see some comments made here: http://www.christianforums.com/t5831347-is-it-wrong-to-do-this.html
 
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There's nothing to forgive! As big as this place is getting how can we name everyone anymore ? Just say hi EVERYONE! LOL. I cant' keep up with everyone here at grand central station either!

psalmody said:
May the peace of God that passes all understanding fill your hearts and minds this day.
May He grant comfort and solace and wisdom to guide your way.
(hey, I'm a poet, and didnt know it!)
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LOL
 
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ThorninHiscrown said:
Gee, very limited compassion here. Pretty picky in your understanding ways aren't we. Maybe I'm hurting, but that's ok. the wolf has been slaughtered.
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I am sorry she did this to you, she mistook you for me...thinking I was under a different name. I am SO sorry.

For the record, I am not doing well emotionally...so I am outta here for a while...light and dark don't mix..and there is some dark here...
 
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psalmody said:
Ladyt28, Hey you! lol! Welcome to the Inner Room! We are a motley bunch,but full of love and the wonder of God! I know you will make friends here and find fellowship. See ya around!
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Thank you so very much psalmody!
 
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