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virginiabm:
Judy, my heart goes out to you and your son. My prayers are with you both. I pray that your son can find peace with the help of God, that's the only way. It seems when we do somethig to others even when we are protecting ourselves or someone else we have to live with the guilt of our actions I know because I have been in that situation. I don't believe we should use violence if we are to be one of God's chosen, because the word of God says so and God knows when one human being hurts another human being there is going to be guilt especially if God is choosing you to be one of His in this age. We be put in a private prison in our minds and it leaves very little room to think about God when we are so consumed with what we did or didn't do. I have been there and done that. It is a horrible place to be, overthinking our actions. If God be willing I hope none of us find ourselves in a situation where we might have to make a quick call, but if we do may God's will be done. May God put peace and comfort in your heart Judy and give rest to your soul.
Your sister in Christ,
Virginia Miller
judy:
Jeff and all the others who are attempting to walk through that straight and narrow gait I take each answer seriously and ponder. I must get used to the fact I will never know for sure the correct answer, if there is one. I do feel your compassion and even with the Word of God butting up against all our human nature how you stick to the Word. I try too hard to figure things out and must realize I just can't. I admire people who hold their ground and at the same time show understanding of our humanity. There are no finer people i know than those who question, struggle and yet attempt practicality in this unholy world. God bless each and every one of you, you will never know how much I appreciate your trying. No better Christians could I ask for and be a part of. I love all of you. Sincerely, judy
lilitalienboi16:
--- Quote from: judy on December 03, 2015, 01:54:49 PM ---Jeff and all the others who are attempting to walk through that straight and narrow gait I take each answer seriously and ponder. I must get used to the fact I will never know for sure the correct answer, if there is one. I do feel your compassion and even with the Word of God butting up against all our human nature how you stick to the Word. I try too hard to figure things out and must realize I just can't. I admire people who hold their ground and at the same time show understanding of our humanity. There are no finer people i know than those who question, struggle and yet attempt practicality in this unholy world. God bless each and every one of you, you will never know how much I appreciate your trying. No better Christians could I ask for and be a part of. I love all of you. Sincerely, judy
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As Kat is fond of saying, "Mercy, peace, and love" to you Judy. May God make straight the path and safe the way that lead's to Him for all those who are loving Him. It is all we can hope and pray for in this present all too abundantly evil age.
God bless,
Alex
Jeff:
--- Quote from: lilitalienboi16 on December 03, 2015, 05:04:25 PM ---
--- Quote from: judy on December 03, 2015, 01:54:49 PM ---Jeff and all the others who are attempting to walk through that straight and narrow gait I take each answer seriously and ponder. I must get used to the fact I will never know for sure the correct answer, if there is one. I do feel your compassion and even with the Word of God butting up against all our human nature how you stick to the Word. I try too hard to figure things out and must realize I just can't. I admire people who hold their ground and at the same time show understanding of our humanity. There are no finer people i know than those who question, struggle and yet attempt practicality in this unholy world. God bless each and every one of you, you will never know how much I appreciate your trying. No better Christians could I ask for and be a part of. I love all of you. Sincerely, judy
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As Kat is fond of saying, "Mercy, peace, and love" to you Judy. May God make straight the path and safe the way that lead's to Him for all those who are loving Him. It is all we can hope and pray for in this present all too abundantly evil age.
God bless,
Alex
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AMEN! Alex :)
Jeff:
I think what you've shared, Kat, both Ray's teachings, and your own personal perspective, is inspired. I really believe that - actually I can see it.
We're called to love our enemies and be at peace with everyone as much as it is up to us - referring to Romans 12:18. That's how we're meant to live. Jesus harmed no one - he healed, ministered, taught, and corrected, and that's love. As it's been mentioned (I think) - He healed the servants ear when it was cut off - Mark 14:47 and we're to model ourselves after Christ - and Kat, I think you expressed that beautifully.
I also think that if we failed to live up to Christs example, for instance seeing someone being harmed, and in the process killed someone, we're forgiven. And in making that choice we get to experience all of the horror that comes from taking a life. We don't escape that. It isn't something we would just shake off. We would suffer, and I have to believe that God would use that to our advantage, as we learn humility.
Romans 8:28 "...all things work together..."
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