Be not afraid

[JoshMclean]

and then when its posted in the lounge of all effing places, it's just bad manners, IMO. come on. get a clue.[/quote]

Don't like it, don't read it. Just quit the constant whining

 

[Teresa]

no one is whining. we're just responding. just as we do to any other. so, please don't assume we are or are not a particular political or religious affiliation when we do so.

we be not afraid.

 

[Jdarg]

go see my edited version and then reply.

You edited very well, IMO. Actually, IMVVHO.

Time to get some whine, er I mean, wine.

 

[lindatat]

I'm a Christian, and I haven't been to church in eons. But I believe that what really matters in life is that you treat people the way you would like to be treated. And I don't think that Christians are the only people who can adopt that philosophy. Just a little food for thought.

 

[Teresa]

and on John R's behalf, his posts have always been educational and certainly open to discussion from any of the political viewpoints held here. I doubt he would be offended by anyone who opposed his views. He wouldn't consider them "anti-american" or non-anything.

of course we're talking about an open minded individual. maybe even a christian...

 

[steele mama]

I chose to read this story and read every word. It was a very encouraging story from a mother who had a preemie and was understandably afraid. I hope that it will help just the right person.

Now on another note. I realize my way of life is not "normal" to most people. I go to prayer on Tuesday night, church on Wednesday night, Sunday morning and Sunday night. I don't drink anymore, I don't cuss anymore and I no longer smoke (even though somehow I was in on the first SoWal smokin' drinkin' party and innocently learned a new name you could call somebody)

I try to be uplifting and encouraging to people by showing the love that was shown to me by Jesus. I have a inner sense of peace no matter what the situation. At my house, we don't downgrade each other, condemn each other or try to make the other person feel badly about themselves. There is joy, much laughter, good times and a feeling of acceptance for anyone who enters. If this way of life is abnormal, so be it. I've never been happier or felt more fulfilled.

I hope and pray if one of my fellow SoWallers ever needs me, they will reach out. I'll be there in a heartbeat whether by internet or phone (in person if I'm lucky;-) ). Our time on this earth is short and nothing we can physically touch will make any difference in the end. The only thing that matters will be if you know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Every human being has the potential of being saved from what will happen on this earth one day. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. I'd love to share with you!

Love,
BC

Yea, what she said!

I will continue to post what I like on this forum. If Kurt sees that it needs to be moved to another forum, so be it. I wanted to post an uplifting story that may brighten someone's day...it did mine! Because you don't share the same belief system as I do, there is no need to bash. As a Christian I don't bash aethiests, buddhists, Jews, muslims, etc... I honestly don't think there's a need for it. I'm glad at least one person was able to stand up for their beliefs and say something. (Beach Crazy)
I could have guessed that most people in here are non-Christian, but I did not expect to get a lashing for posting an uplifting story. God bless everyone in this forum.

I would like to stand up for what I believe as well and wonder why people had to make negative comments immediately about a spiritual post. We all know we get too many forwards but we really don't get too many posted on sowal. There was someone who needed to read it....no one else had to. There are plenty of things I choose not to read. No big deal!
PS Thanks Josh.

 

[Teresa]

Yea, what she said!


I would like to stand up for what I believe as well and wonder why people had to make negative comments immediately about a spiritual post. We all know we get too many forwards but we really don't get too many posted on sowal. There was someone who needed to read it....no one else had to. There are plenty of things I choose not to read. No big deal!
PS Thanks Josh.

I hear ya Stelle Mama. I just think it was a little "much". But, perhaps we shoulda just stayed silent. as OL had suggested. it's just not that bigga deal.

I still ask why do we christians always assume everyone is christian, or should be. that is not the sowal way.

 

[BeachZealot]

Maybe it is just that making such posts appears to be wrapping one?s self in Christ just in hopes, in this case, of selling some real estate. Maybe, just maybe, a good old fashion bedtime prayer might come off as a little more sincere to whichever god is perceived to be up there watching and listening?

?or maybe, it is just that, much like gifts, it is the thought behind it that really counts.

 

[Smiling JOe]

I hear ya Stelle Mama. I just think it was a little "much". But, perhaps we shoulda just stayed silent. as OL had suggested. it's just not that bigga deal.

I still ask why do we christians always assume everyone is christian, or should be. that is not the sowal way.

Alrighty now, if you guys keep this up, I might have to read all of the stuff below the photo on that first post. Don't make me do it. :nono1:

 

[Smiling JOe]

BTW, Kelly Pickler is HOT!!!