Revelation 22:18

**Tyler1** · 01-13-2009 12:19 AM

Originally Posted by 3nails+1cross=4GIVEN

Hi Kyle,
thanks for the reply.
I think that the steps you've listed out were good,and I've been practicing them alr.
thing is,I don't know if I have the HS with me,cause I am not baptized? or is it the belief that matters?

anyhows,just a note : I'd have no problems following through most of the steps that you've listed,all except no3.I did my reflection,with guidance from one of my christian teacher,and I've come to realize that the reason why I was so lost and disillusioned about christianity was cos I placed my trust in man,and not God.

so it's not to say I won't seek help/fellowship with His people,but just that I wouldn't share that much?

You don't need to be baptized to recieve the Holy Spirit.

I was out snowshoeing yesterday and I stopped and thought,"Why don't I feel great, filled with the HS, etc." I came to a conclusion that time in reflection, working, playing, living life, while trusting the Lord is with you is one of His greatest gifts we can use. Relax into your faith, just open your heart to His love, and trust Him. If I walked around wondering why I don't FEEL the HS with me all the time...well I'd be lost and wondering if I was a Christian.

**Dusty** · 01-13-2009 02:09 AM

Originally Posted by Kyle_ROLWC

Brothers and sisters, I hope you all had a wonderful holiday. It has been a while since I last posted and when I read through these posts I couldn't contain myself any longer. I want to first say that absolutely noone is perfect and therefore most church doctrine is falty. Even so called "Christian" doctrine can be misconstrued by the church leadership in order to serve an alternate purpose. 3 Nails here is what you need to do.

1) The "ONLY" book you need to study and read is the Bible. There are many translations I would suggest picking one that best suits your comprehension abilities. New Living Translation serves me quite well and I back it up with a good 'ol King James every now and then for context purposes.

2) Pray to God daily. He doesn't care what you say only that you are talking to him. He is your father he knows what you need more then you do. He, unlike us, knows your heart. Talk to him. He will guide you. The gospel of Mathew is a great place to read about how to pray. It can be found in the Sermon on the Mount.

3) Find someone you can trust who is biblically and spiritually grounded. They can help guide you in your faith. A friend, classmate, co-worker, relative etc... It doesn't matter and it doesn't have to be a church member or your pastor. Again, the key words are "Trust" and "Biblically Grounded".

4) Read your Bible daily, even if you don't think you will understand everything. Read it. The Holy Spirit will help to guide you through the Word. Have faith that you are not alone. Again I reccomend starting in Mathew of the New Testament but it is up to you.

5) Have faith. Young Christians are very suceptible to deception and attack. Understand that as a Christian, you will be persecuted. You will be deceived and your faith will be constantly tested. Stay true to yourself and never lose faith in Jesus. He is real and very much alive.

3 Nails, I hope I have been of some help. I urge you and the rest of my brothers and sisters here to be extremely careful of passing judgement not only to other Christians but non-Christians as well. Christ died for the sins of ALL. He is the judge not you. Treat all with respect, guard your heart and your faith, pray daily and I promise your life will be a fulfilling one. Become a tool for God to use to expand his kingdom. Remember it is not about you or I but it is about the glory and magnificance of our Lord in Heaven.

Excellant advice ... Kyle .

Little Amandaz .... If you follow those steps very carefully you will be on the right path .

God Bless you sweetheart.

**Adstar** · 01-13-2009 10:49 PM

Originally Posted by 3nails+1cross=4GIVEN

Hi Kyle,
thanks for the reply.
I think that the steps you've listed out were good,and I've been practicing them alr.
thing is,I don't know if I have the HS with me,cause I am not baptized? or is it the belief that matters?

Believing Jesus matters.

anyhows,just a note : I'd have no problems following through most of the steps that you've listed,all except no3.I did my reflection,with guidance from one of my christian teacher,and I've come to realize that the reason why I was so lost and disillusioned about christianity was cos I placed my trust in man,and not God.

True. i can never place my trust in any man, this is not to say that we look upon everyone with suspicion. We need to fellowship with other Christians because many of the answers we are seeking can come from God via other followers of Jesus.

So seek out the thoughts of other Christians take their thoughts and compare them with the World of God. As you seem to know by your own experiance there are wolves in sheep's clothing out there and they are well versed in deception.

so it's not to say I won't seek help/fellowship with His people, but just that I wouldn't share that much?

Be careful that your former experience does not cause you to isolate yourself, because the day will come when God will want to give a message to another person and He will want you to be the one to deliver it.

All Praise The Ancient Of Days

Thread: Revelation 22:18

LinkBack

Thread Tools

Display

Tags for this Thread

Posting Permissions