Condemned or not? Christian diary #1
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This is the passage that came to mind when I first started reading your thread and saw your question: II John 1:7-11For many deceivers are entered into the world, who confess not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist. Look to yourselves, that we lose not those things which we have wrought, but that we receive a full reward. Whosoever transgresseth, and abideth not in the doctrine of Christ, hath not God. He that abideth in the doctrine of Christ, he hath both the Father and the Son. If there come any unto you, and bring not this doctrine, receive him not into your house, neither bid him God speed: For he that biddeth him God speed is partaker of his evil deeds. Please don't take my harshly and I am not here to judge, but you must ask yourself a few things after reading this passage. With what you are doing, is it spreading a doctrine that is not of Christ? If so, what's more important to look at - the soul or just doing a fairly questionable good deed? The above passage is pretty cutting - don't even bid the person spreading the false doctrine God speed. You'll have to answer those questions for yourself. It's not easy being a Christian. The feeling is there to deny God - think Peter and "ye shall deny me thrice..." - but that's what we're called to do as Christians in spreading God's Word. It's tough, but it's how it is. Never be ashamed to be a Christian. When you say it, remember to focus on God and he'll help you through the tough times when you have to deal with your situation. I know it's a bit awkard, but have you ever seen Passion of the Christ? If so, recall the scenes where Satan is showed flitting among the crowd - particularly at the scourging of Christ. That's how I view a situation such as what you describe. Satan's working and when you cannot express your faith he has won a battle. I'm not getting down on you again because we all fail (so please don't take this as such) but I won't lie to you. I've been in the situation that you described but with God's help I've been able to speak out. I'm no saint and no one to boast by any means, but God can help you through it all.
lastsecmanFirst there is no sin in working in a Buddhists temple and being a Christianif you are not tempted and Christ is in your heart. Remember in the bible how many Christan's lived and worked among the Egyptians.As far as your name calling problem God expects you to take responsibility for your own actions regardless of your upbringing, It is you alone who stand before God on judgement day you alone who are responsible saying mom and dad made me this way won't fly. God will know you knew better but judged and hurt others in spite of knowing it was wrong.that will be on your head not your parents. As far as denying Christ even Peter did this thing. repent from your sins ask God to forgive you with all your heart in the name of Christ and your slate is wiped clean. God wants your love above all things once you learn to love you Father because he loves you,wants whats best for you,forgives you your shortcomings there is no longer anything to be ashamed of. Why would you be ashamed to admit you love the one who created you? Stop feeling guilty and just ask him to forgive you and believe with all your heart that he does.Hope this helps
lastsecman, are you chinese? i notice from some of your writing that you may be a chinese speaker of english. Is this right?i live in taiwan and there are many buddhists and many temples here. i have visited a few but wouldn't consider spending much time hanging around one. when i was younger and had problems with drinking and drugs, i stayed away from places where those things are available. when i got married i stayed away from places where i would be alone from a woman. it sounds to me like you are trying to honor your mother by volunteering where she works. it also sounds like you are not doing being built up or encouraged by this kind of work. maybe spending some time where you can grow in your relationship with jesus would be a better place for you to be for a while. peace,bob
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Last SecondMy heart really goes out to you... Have you tried any medications to help you with these uncontrollable criticisms?.. My family was not exactly what you'd call healthy and my sister while she doesn't verbalize the way you do.. I know internalizes criticism. She has been going to a Christian therapist for a while now and has seen some improvement .. Know I will keep you in my prayers . Also, Our Father is always available and HE knows your heart, your past and what you struggle with daily... Ask Him to help you and give Him your mouth and tongue to use for His glory.. I am sure He will help you.
Hi Lastsecman,There is a very good book out called, "Blue Genes". It talks about mental conditions from a Christian point of view and helps you understand them and why they happen. However, please do not let this "condition" be separate from your relationship with God. Do not allow yourself to succumb to it with the attitude of "Oh well, it's just part of who I am."For the last four years I have suffered from PTSD, depression, anxiety/panic/social disorder....all because of trauma I endured as a child. I'm 35 and it's just hitting me now. These disorders literally exploded into my life and I fell powerless to it. It has challenged every foundation I have built in my life (including my family - husband and two daughters), yet in the last year I decided I was going to stand against it. I have had therapists tell me I may suffer symptoms of PTSD all my life. Now, I can either believe that, or I can daily pray for complete healing and deliverance and that God would use this to His glory somehow.It's hard, hard work, man.....believe me, I know. It's hard having a mental condition you feel powerless against. However, I also believe God is in the business of healing. I have chosen to pray for my healing, and I have chosen to believe that it will come. I want total freedom!!! I have stood firm in my claim that I will not be a victim to this. I will get through my healing and I will be whole, and FREE of any mental disorder!It's a tough road, but if you have that desire in your heart, I believe anything is possible with God. I would challenge you to think about that. I've had someone ask me, "Well, don't you want healing?" Only one time did I really have to think about that. In a different light, there are benefits to my disorders, such as having an excuse to act less than Godly. No, sir. I want God's will for my life, and I want God's blessings. And more than anything, I want to be whole and completely healed so I can move forward in my life and be the person God designed me to be. To live out the plan He has in mind for me. I don't believe that includes suffering from PTSD the rest of my life.Also, IMHO, ask yourself why you became a Christian in the first place? For those reasons, keep pursuing Christ and nurture your relationship with Him. I agree with bobintaipei - if being in this Buddhist temple is inhibiting your walk with Christ, maybe you need to bow out of it for awhile. Be honest with your Mom. Pray about it, and ask the Lord to guide you in this. You may be surprised with the outcome when you stand up for your faith. I'll pray for you, and I'll pray for your condition as well. My heart goes out to you, and I know how difficult it can be, and how helpless it can feel.Hang in there.
2 Corinthians 6: 14-1814Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 15What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? What does a believer have in common with an unbeliever? 16What agreement is there between the temple of God and idols? For we are the temple of the living God. As God has said: "I will live with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be my people."[c] 17"Therefore come out from them and be separate, says the Lord. Touch no unclean thing, and I will receive you."[d] 18"I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty."[e]
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