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Message started by Sprintcyclist on Feb 12th, 2016 at 9:55pm

Title: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Feb 12th, 2016 at 9:55pm


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDdvReNKKuk

This was playing.


Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Feb 12th, 2016 at 10:34pm

It was a year or so later when I read and agreed that :-
'.............. all our righteous acts are like filthy rags...........'
Isaiah 64:6

that I realised that whoever wrote
'.......That saved a wretch like me........'

was as I was.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sir Bobby on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:29am
Hi Sprint,
I don't believe in any sky fairies or paranormal friends.

Does this mean that I'll burn forever in hell fire & damnation?

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by miketrees on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:36am
Whenever I see another huge breakthrough in science, it reminds me that it does not pay to think you know everything.

That is why I am Agnostic.

A month ago we said gravity waves did not exist, only because we had not yet found them.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:37am

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:29am:
Hi Sprint,
I don't believe in any sky fairies or paranormal friends.

Does this mean that I'll burn forever in hell fire & damnation?


I don't believe so.


Proverbs 24:12
'If you say, “But we knew nothing about this,”
    does not he who weighs the heart perceive it?
Does not he who guards your life know it?
    Will he not repay everyone according to what they have done?'

Mind you, this leads to other questions.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by miketrees on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:39am
When I hear Judy Collins sing,,,, I believe there must be a God

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sir Bobby on Feb 13th, 2016 at 12:07pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:37am:

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:29am:
Hi Sprint,
I don't believe in any sky fairies or paranormal friends.

Does this mean that I'll burn forever in hell fire & damnation?


I don't believe so.


Proverbs 24:12
'If you say, “But we knew nothing about this,”
    does not he who weighs the heart perceive it?
Does not he who guards your life know it?
    Will he not repay everyone according to what they have done?'

Mind you, this leads to other questions.



Sprint hath cast me into a lake of fire:





Lest I repent.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Chimp_Logic on Feb 13th, 2016 at 1:12pm
even the lake of fire will not melt the shackles that bind you to your master's slave post

the flames flow and fizz around you and yet they are irrelevant to your state of slavery

you cannot see your chains Jethro,

therefore you cannot grow

you cannot forgive yourself let alone others

you only have the freedom to apologise for what you have become...





Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by John_Taverner on Feb 13th, 2016 at 1:44pm

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:29am:
Hi Sprint,
I don't believe in any sky fairies or paranormal friends.

Does this mean that I'll burn forever in hell fire & damnation?


Your true colours emerge.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by John_Taverner on Feb 13th, 2016 at 1:50pm
I like most Christians.


Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 6:58pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Feb 12th, 2016 at 9:55pm:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CDdvReNKKuk

This was playing.


Very beautiful Sprint  :)

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 7:26pm

John_Taverner wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 1:50pm:
I like most Christians.


I hope you like me lol  :P

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Apr 29th, 2016 at 7:40pm

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 12:07pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:37am:

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:29am:
Hi Sprint,
I don't believe in any sky fairies or paranormal friends.

Does this mean that I'll burn forever in hell fire & damnation?


I don't believe so.


Proverbs 24:12
'If you say, “But we knew nothing about this,”
    does not he who weighs the heart perceive it?
Does not he who guards your life know it?
    Will he not repay everyone according to what they have done?'

Mind you, this leads to other questions.



Sprint hath cast me into a lake of fire:





Lest I repent.




Quote:
..............Sprint hath cast me into a lake of fire:.............


Bobby - you would have no more cause to repent than I had.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Aussie on Apr 29th, 2016 at 7:53pm
Mr Cyclist, over the years I have seen you post the most appalling and definitely non Christian like comments.  You are as about 'Christian' as Judas was.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 7:55pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 7:40pm:

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 12:07pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:37am:

Bobby. wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:29am:
Hi Sprint,
I don't believe in any sky fairies or paranormal friends.

Does this mean that I'll burn forever in hell fire & damnation?


I don't believe so.


Proverbs 24:12
'If you say, “But we knew nothing about this,”
    does not he who weighs the heart perceive it?
Does not he who guards your life know it?
    Will he not repay everyone according to what they have done?'

Mind you, this leads to other questions.



Sprint hath cast me into a lake of fire:





Lest I repent.




Quote:
..............Sprint hath cast me into a lake of fire:.............


Bobby - you would have no more cause to repent than I had.


Ditto.

We're all sinners who need to be rescued/saved.

This world is so pathetic....so tenuous....so fake.

My real hope and home is Heaven.

I'm merely passing through this filthy and polluted hell hole we call Life.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Ashley on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:41pm

miketrees wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:36am:
Whenever I see another huge breakthrough in science, it reminds me that it does not pay to think you know everything.

That is why I am Agnostic.

A month ago we said gravity waves did not exist, only because we had not yet found them.


Much like God says "Seek and you WILL find". You won't find if you don't seek.

Just like you won't find the Gravity waves if you don't look for them.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:52pm

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:41pm:

miketrees wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:36am:
Whenever I see another huge breakthrough in science, it reminds me that it does not pay to think you know everything.

That is why I am Agnostic.

A month ago we said gravity waves did not exist, only because we had not yet found them.


Much like God says "Seek and you WILL find". You won't find if you don't seek.

Just like you won't find the Gravity waves if you don't look for them.


My husband is agnostic.

Some of my beautiful neighbours are too.

They're open to reassessing the situation. That's great because it means we can talk about God, life, death etc. I never apply pressure...it's the last thing they need.

In the case of my husband though, I've cried and begged him to believe.

It has had no effect.

I have left the matter in God's hands.

I don't know what more I can do.

:'(




Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Ashley on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:02pm

Lisa Jones wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:52pm:

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:41pm:

miketrees wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:36am:
Whenever I see another huge breakthrough in science, it reminds me that it does not pay to think you know everything.

That is why I am Agnostic.

A month ago we said gravity waves did not exist, only because we had not yet found them.


Much like God says "Seek and you WILL find". You won't find if you don't seek.

Just like you won't find the Gravity waves if you don't look for them.


My husband is agnostic.

Some of my beautiful neighbours are too.

They're open to reassessing the situation. That's great because it means we can talk about God, life, death etc. I never apply pressure...it's the last thing they need.

In the case of my husband though, I've cried and begged him to believe.

It has had no effect.

I have left the matter in God's hands.

I don't know what more I can do.

:'(


As far as Christianity is concerned there is only believers in the Salvation bought by Jesus or non believers. What the people of the world call themselves is in consequential.

The verse "Don't be unequally yolked" comes to mind when marriage or business is concerned.

As a Christian all you can do and all your responsibility is is to bring the other person to a point of decision to either accept or reject the Gospel message. Beyond that set the example and by all means pray from them as long as they live. You can do no more.

People are free to accept the Gospel and they are also free to reject it. The disciples were instructed to preach the Gospel and if a town rejected it move on to the next town so they can hear it.

People are free to reject Jesus. The main point is they are bought to a point of decision either way that's the Christians job.

Ramming it down peoples throats and begging them is not the Gospel message. Only God can change the inner heart. Sure let them see the Holy Spirit which is God through you though as an example of Gods Love.


Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Ashley on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:05pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.



Good verse, lets look at that one in more depth. I'll break out the books.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Aussie on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:09pm

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:05pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.



Good verse, lets look at that one in more depth. I'll break out the books.


You need a 'book' to understand a simple concept?  Why?

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:11pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.


I keep telling him (with tears in my eyes) that I cannot bear the thought of going to Heaven to find he's not there.

I want us all to be together....the whole family.

He understands where I'm coming from.

It's terrible when you care for a person so much.

You don't want to lose them.





Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Ashley on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:14pm

Aussie wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:09pm:

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:05pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.



Good verse, lets look at that one in more depth. I'll break out the books.


You need a 'book' to understand a simple concept?  Why?


Seriously ?

Ever heard of a Concordance , Commentary, Strongs , Translating the original key words to further ones understanding in religious studies ?

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Agnes on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:15pm
And now for some Scottish Metal  ( more like cloth and wood)- my fave version of Amazing Grace.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8AeV8Jbx6M

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:20pm

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:02pm:

Lisa Jones wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:52pm:

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 8:41pm:

miketrees wrote on Feb 13th, 2016 at 10:36am:
Whenever I see another huge breakthrough in science, it reminds me that it does not pay to think you know everything.

That is why I am Agnostic.

A month ago we said gravity waves did not exist, only because we had not yet found them.


Much like God says "Seek and you WILL find". You won't find if you don't seek.

Just like you won't find the Gravity waves if you don't look for them.


My husband is agnostic.

Some of my beautiful neighbours are too.

They're open to reassessing the situation. That's great because it means we can talk about God, life, death etc. I never apply pressure...it's the last thing they need.

In the case of my husband though, I've cried and begged him to believe.

It has had no effect.

I have left the matter in God's hands.

I don't know what more I can do.

:'(


As far as Christianity is concerned there is only believers in the Salvation bought by Jesus or non believers. What the people of the world call themselves is in consequential.

The verse "Don't be unequally yolked" comes to mind when marriage or business is concerned.

As a Christian all you can do and all your responsibility is is to bring the other person to a point of decision to either accept or reject the Gospel message. Beyond that set the example and by all means pray from them as long as they live. You can do no more.

People are free to accept the Gospel and they are also free to reject it. The disciples were instructed to preach the Gospel and if a town rejected it move on to the next town so they can hear it.

People are free to reject Jesus. The main point is they are bought to a point of decision either way that's the Christians job.

Ramming it down peoples throats and begging them is not the Gospel message. Only God can change the inner heart. Sure let them see the Holy Spirit which is God through you though as an example of Gods Love.


You're right.

Unfortunately, you can't help who you fall in love with.

And over time, I've come to love his heart and soul.

We always finishing each other's sentences....we voice each other's thoughts...he's a good guy.

Deep in my heart, I know he would make an excellent Christian and he would be great in helping out in our Church.

He's got so much to offer.

I don't know how he isn't able to see his potential.

Anyway....

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Ashley on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:23pm
We all choose our own inner paths I guess. That's free will.

Nice Video BTW.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:29pm

Lisa Jones wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:11pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.


I keep telling him (with tears in my eyes) that I cannot bear the thought of going to Heaven to find he's not there.

I want us all to be together....the whole family.

He understands where I'm coming from.

It's terrible when you care for a person so much.

You don't want to lose them.


God says, 'if you love them enough to stay married with them, that'll do for me.'



Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:34pm
Yep....nice clip and nice chat.

Thank you.

It means a lot to me.


Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Sprintcyclist on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:41pm

It did to me too, when he told me.

It meant I could continue to love my wife and he would love both of us.

Darned tears.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Ashley on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:44pm

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:29pm:

Lisa Jones wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:11pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.


I keep telling him (with tears in my eyes) that I cannot bear the thought of going to Heaven to find he's not there.

I want us all to be together....the whole family.

He understands where I'm coming from.

It's terrible when you care for a person so much.

You don't want to lose them.


God says, 'if you love them enough to stay married with them, that'll do for me.'


This puts it well (I can't post links): -


Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 7:14: “For the unbelieving husband is sanctified by the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified by the husband; otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy.”

In families where either a father or mother is a Christian believer, by virtue of God's calling, God views both the unbelieving mate and their children in a special way. This verse does not necessarily say God calls unbelieving mates, but He blesses them. They live with a converted person, which provides them with an intimate exposure to God's way of life.

The word “sanctification” is used to indicate “separation to God” ( Vine's Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words , “Sanctification, Sanctify”). Something or someone “sanctified” is set apart in a separate category for a particular use. “Holy” comes from hagios , which “fundamentally signifies 'separated' (among the Greeks, dedicated to the gods), and hence, in Scripture in its moral and spiritual significance, separated from sin and therefore consecrated to God, sacred” (ibid., “Holiness, Holy, Holily”).

While the believer's conduct may be a powerful example for the unbelieving mate, he or she can usually go further than just setting an example to the children. A believing parent can actively teach them God's way and directly develop their understanding and relationship with Him. Without the influence of a converted parent, children in the household would be no different from others who, in ignorance, disobey God and lead spiritually “unclean” lives. However, because of the parent's conversion and relationship with God, such children are in a special category. Although not baptized, they are part of the “holy nation,” the Church (1 Peter 2:9). They also have special access to the knowledge of God's way of life.Ho

In the process of maturing physically, emotionally and spiritually, children of a believer have the choice to accept and respond to God's calling. If they do, they can receive the Holy Spirit as promised (Acts 2:38-39).

As with anyone coming to conversion, children of members must experience genuine repentance. Additionally, they must understand the lifelong commitment and responsibilities of being an “ambassador for Christ” (2 Corinthians 5:20). Competent counseling from a variety of spiritually wise people, such as ministers, parents and experienced members, can greatly aid a young adult's development toward baptism.

Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on May 1st, 2016 at 4:45am
My husband is coming to church with us this morning.

Sunday morning 8 am service <--------miracle?

I think so  :)




Title: Re: When i became a Christian
Post by Lisa Jones on May 1st, 2016 at 4:47am

Ashley wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:44pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:29pm:

Lisa Jones wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:11pm:

Sprintcyclist wrote on Apr 29th, 2016 at 9:00pm:
Lisa - I had the same issue


Quote:
............... And if a woman has a husband who is not a believer and he is willing to live with her, she must not divorce him.  For the unbelieving husband has been sanctified through his wife, and the unbelieving wife has been sanctified through her believing husband. Otherwise your children would be unclean, but as it is, they are holy........


1 Corinthians 7.

God is Good.


I keep telling him (with tears in my eyes) that I cannot bear the thought of going to Heaven to find he's not there.

I want us all to be together....the whole family.

He understands where I'm coming from.

It's terrible when you care for a person so much.

You don't want to lose them.


God says, 'if you love them enough to stay married with them, that'll do for me.'


This puts it well (I can't post links): -


Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 7:14: “For the unbelieving husband is sanctified by the wife, and the unbelieving wife is sanctified by the husband; otherwise your children would be unclean, but now they are holy.”

In families where either a father or mother is a Christian believer, by virtue of God's calling, God views both the unbelieving mate and their children in a special way. This verse does not necessarily say God calls unbelieving mates, but He blesses them. They live with a converted person, which provides them with an intimate exposure to God's way of life.

The word “sanctification” is used to indicate “separation to God” ( Vine's Expository Dictionary of Old and New Testament Words , “Sanctification, Sanctify”). Something or someone “sanctified” is set apart in a separate category for a particular use. “Holy” comes from hagios , which “fundamentally signifies 'separated' (among the Greeks, dedicated to the gods), and hence, in Scripture in its moral and spiritual significance, separated from sin and therefore consecrated to God, sacred” (ibid., “Holiness, Holy, Holily”).

While the believer's conduct may be a powerful example for the unbelieving mate, he or she can usually go further than just setting an example to the children. A believing parent can actively teach them God's way and directly develop their understanding and relationship with Him. Without the influence of a converted parent, children in the household would be no different from others who, in ignorance, disobey God and lead spiritually “unclean” lives. However, because of the parent's conversion and relationship with God, such children are in a special category. Although not baptized, they are part of the “holy nation,” the Church (1 Peter 2:9). They also have special access to the knowledge of God's way of life.Ho

In the process of maturing physically, emotionally and spiritually, children of a believer have the choice to accept and respond to God's calling. If they do, they can receive the Holy Spirit as promised (Acts 2:38-39).

As with anyone coming to conversion, children of members must experience genuine repentance. Additionally, they must understand the lifelong commitment and responsibilities of being an “ambassador for Christ” (2 Corinthians 5:20). Competent counseling from a variety of spiritually wise people, such as ministers, parents and experienced members, can greatly aid a young adult's development toward baptism.


You're absolutely right.

Thank you for encouraging me & making me smile today.

God bless you whoever you are.

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