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Samie <3
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| 01/06/2011 1:21 AM |
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what defines a Christian? is it the way the talk act or the way they dress? or is it a personal walk with Jesus Christ? most of us would say its a personal day to day walk with God.some would say its how we act.some would say its our good works.i think its a personal walk with Jesus.but i do think if we have a personal walk with God we are going to be different....people should be able to tell when the meet us n talk to us that we are different....i went to a Christian school for a while but most people if they walked in there wouldnt know the difference.everyone professed but the girls had piercings and tatoos all over not including the ten different shades of hair they had.the guys didnt even look like guys.they would wear girls skinny jeans n pierce their ears....the first time i walked into that school i thought to myself this is what Christianity is defined by? but in all that craziness was one women.i could tell by looking at her that she was a Christian.there was a calmness a serenity.....shouldnt that be the way it is with a Christian? shouldnt you be able to know instead of questioning trying to figure who is n who isnt? shouldnt people be able to look at us n say wow theres somthing different about them? i cringe sometimes when i see the way a "Christian" acts.n we wonder why people say if thats Christianity i dont want anything to do with it.....i dont know.just somthing i was thinking about.feel free to state your opinion!
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dc_88keys4christ
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| 01/06/2011 6:00 PM |
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| To know the joys of loving and serving a faithful and holy God: this is the purpose for which we have been made. The joy of the Lord is my strength. Therefore, with my whole being, I will embrace the calling as my act of service to Him, and to Him will I run. Where else could I go? |
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Q
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| 01/07/2011 12:49 AM |
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| I believe that a Christian is simply one who has no sin in Gods sight, because they have accepted Jesus' death for them, this means a relationship with God is possible, they can be a crack smoking prostitute but if they accept Jesus' cleansing of their sins then the sins mean nothing to God, so to us we could see no difference but God does. |
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Samie <3
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| 01/07/2011 12:17 PM |
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| awesome! thanks so much for your comments! |
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Clockwork*
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| 01/07/2011 3:34 PM |
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Samie I'm so glad you asked. I absolutely love discussing my doctrine with others. Christianity is a faith set apart from all other religions. Christinaity is a way of life. The Bible is what governs us daily and is our aid which helps us to stay on teh right path. Honestly, many Christians have their own styles in dress attire and the way they carry themselves. It wouldn't be right to judge whether a person is truly devoted to christianity or not jsut by looking at them; however, I will say that it is imperative that Christians dress fairly decently so that they may represent God in a good fashion (no pun intended) . Christianity is a faith, a doctrine that requires selflessness; furthermore, if a person is unwilling to dress approriately in terms of representing God in a noticibly positive way, they themselves may have to ask the question of whether or not they have been indoctrinated. I don't want to sound like I am trying t command you or run your life, but I would highly advise you not to worry too much about a person's external appearance. Not saying totally disregard it as if it were inconsequential, but don't let that be a huge persuading factor in your decision in deeming that person a Christian (by your standards) or not. Of course there are always teh extremities - if a guy is wearing a shirt that curses God's name then obviously that is someone you may have some liberty to question about. As far as good works and things of the like go, works are not what defines the select elite as Christians. That is more towards teh Mormon beliefs (i.e. Entering pergutory and spending a certain duration there until you have worked enough to traverse into the next heaven). Good works are all fine and good, but it's the motive that counts. And on a side note, I would venture to say good works done when most people are oblivious provide a better joy and better results than done when in public. This is my opinion, and I believe I recall reading some excerpt or something that portrayed a similar ideology. If you see a man doing good works all the time thta doesn't mean he is Christian. Many non believers perform more good works than I do and even possibly many Christians, but that doesn't seal their name into the Lamb's Book of Life. It's all about accepting and confessing the fact the Jesus Christ is The Son of God and died on the Cross for man's sins. Some people may say He also died to bring glory to God's name, but I won't get into that now seeing as I am not so clear cut on that myself. So in essence, a Christian is one who accepts Christ as their Lord and King. He/she also allows God's Indoor Book (The Word of God) to govern them daily. Don't misinterpret, I don't mean they HAVE to read the Bible daily (even though that would be inconceivably beneficial to them), I mean they try to allow the laws of the Lord to be their ultimate law - not this "law of the land". Man's laws, unless inspired by God, will always have some flaw to them in my opion. If you are thinking about becoming a Christian, or are simply unsure of what God expects from you as a Christian, please, lpease feel free to ask. I love helping people familiarize themselves with my doctrine. I know that when one indulge in the Word of God and allow inquiry to take over, a seed being implanted within them is near inevitable. And that is a good seed indeed. Also, I am 17. I'm not some 45 year old man trying to preach, so please feel comfortable in asking any questions. I won't bite. Please condone any typos. I didn't really proof read this. Lol |
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"They told me 'Son, you're special... You were born to do great things.' Well you know what...? They were right..." - Jack *Bioschock 1*
I sit in this chair in awe of how you have this effect on me. It's as if I went to a pharmicist and they handed me you. When I smell you I become intoxicated by your narcotic aroma. I am addicted to you as if you were some specialized nicotine. I swallow your gaze like ecstasy. Please sedate me and do what you wish; never cease to be my personal prescribed heroin...
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Becka
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| 01/07/2011 7:38 PM |
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Your answer rocks, Clockwork!  |
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my blog - http://beckasramblings.blogspot.com/
previously Jessamae.
the beauty of grace is that it makes life not fair - Relient K |
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Samie <3
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| 01/07/2011 8:52 PM |
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| oh no i wasnt saying i judge by appearance at all.those kids all cussed and had such dirty language i cringed.lol.but thanks for that! |
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JoJo
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| 01/08/2011 3:18 AM |
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| ok for a full in depth answer to this, you'd probs have to do study in theology and basic foundations of Christianity to understand... as it's FAR TOO MUCH to explain... haha. so i won't even try to start, but if I find any links etc to explain it, I'll add them here. |
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Turn up the music
Turn it up loud
Take a few chances
Let it all out
'Cause you won't regret it
Lookin' back from where you have been
'Cause it's not who you knew
And it's not what you did
It's how you live
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God Bless!
Mwah XOXO
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JoJo
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| 01/08/2011 3:40 AM |
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Christians technically should dress in a way that brings Glory to God, not meaning wearing a tent, but I'm meaning not looking like a girl on a street corner.
It is a personal walk with Jesus, that's 100% true. But, your walk should reflect in your actions. like someone who dresses like a skank is saying 'I'm all yours" whereas, in god's eyes, we shouldn't be doing that,,,
Good works are a part of it, but it has NOTHING to do with your salvation. the bible says somewhere that your faith and belief should shine through your deeds, and that you should be trying to be more christlike, but there's no set of rules you have to do or list of things you need to do, to be saved.
Yes, if we're walking with Jesus, our lives should be constantly changing for the better... we should be trying to behave better and work on the areas God's revealed to us that need work on. Our light should shine like a city on a hill, like the Bible says.
I also went to a few Christian schools, and no, not everyone who goes there acts like a Christian should. I have friends i thought were amazing Christians at school, and they've turned out MAJORLY different! and by different, I mean their morals are messed up!
idk, piercings are debatable, as the Bible doesn't strictly forbid them, but i guess thousands of them aren't exactly showing that you appreciate what God's given you. and some have alterior meanings... tatoos, the bible does say you shouldn't mark yourself, but people will debate that. as for died hair, i dont think the bible strictly forbids that either.
these days fashions have changed and it's become acceptable for guys to wear skinny jeans... idk I think too skinny is gross, but that's my oppinion. as for pierced ears, guys had them in the bible as well. Slaves all had pierced ears. but i agree, it's gross, but idk if it's forbidden. I mean, if guys can't wear skinny jeans, then girls shouldn't wear pants, or anything that makes her look like a boy.
idk, I'm a girl, i wear pants, I've died my hair b4, and I have pierced ears. but i try to be a christian on the outside as well, I treat people like they are God's children (or i try to) and I try to dress in a way thats appropriate.
Christians do give off a different atmosphere, if they are sincere Christians. you Should be able to tell if someone is a Christian. Idk it depends where people are in their Christian walk as to how obvious it is if they're christians. Yes, people should see our light shining out and want to know what's different about us.
Alot of the stereotypes about christianity come from the movies we watch, and so people think thats what christians are. it is sad that alot of people become christians and dont really change. i think it's a heart issue, and something between them and god in the end, and we, us faulty humans, cant really judge, as we all have things we have to work on and God's the only one qualified to judge.
but yes. people should be true christians and not be fake  |
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Turn up the music
Turn it up loud
Take a few chances
Let it all out
'Cause you won't regret it
Lookin' back from where you have been
'Cause it's not who you knew
And it's not what you did
It's how you live
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God Bless!
Mwah XOXO
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Clockwork*
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| 01/08/2011 5:04 AM |
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Thanks Jess. Also, I should have been more clear on the whole judging people by how they dress, but like Jojo said I would have to write an extended dissertation if I wanted to adequately explain all details. I hope I didn't come across as castigating  |
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"They told me 'Son, you're special... You were born to do great things.' Well you know what...? They were right..." - Jack *Bioschock 1*
I sit in this chair in awe of how you have this effect on me. It's as if I went to a pharmicist and they handed me you. When I smell you I become intoxicated by your narcotic aroma. I am addicted to you as if you were some specialized nicotine. I swallow your gaze like ecstasy. Please sedate me and do what you wish; never cease to be my personal prescribed heroin...
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Samie <3
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| 01/08/2011 12:18 PM |
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| oh your fine! thanks so much! |
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Clockwork*
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| 01/08/2011 1:20 PM |
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| np |
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"They told me 'Son, you're special... You were born to do great things.' Well you know what...? They were right..." - Jack *Bioschock 1*
I sit in this chair in awe of how you have this effect on me. It's as if I went to a pharmicist and they handed me you. When I smell you I become intoxicated by your narcotic aroma. I am addicted to you as if you were some specialized nicotine. I swallow your gaze like ecstasy. Please sedate me and do what you wish; never cease to be my personal prescribed heroin...
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dc_88keys4christ
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| 01/09/2011 4:23 AM |
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As far as good works and things of the like go, works are not what defines the select elite as Christians. That is more towards teh Mormon beliefs (i.e. Entering pergutory and spending a certain duration there until you have worked enough to traverse into the next heaven). Good works are all fine and good, but it's the motive that counts.
Clockwork, what coutry in Europe do you live in? Are there many Mormons? How much do you know about the religion? I live just a couple of hours away from Salt Lake City, Utah, the heart of Mormonism, so just curious |
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JoJo
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| 01/09/2011 6:41 AM |
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| dw you werent seeming that way chastising I mean |
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Turn up the music
Turn it up loud
Take a few chances
Let it all out
'Cause you won't regret it
Lookin' back from where you have been
'Cause it's not who you knew
And it's not what you did
It's how you live
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God Bless!
Mwah XOXO
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Clockwork*
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| 01/09/2011 9:40 AM |
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| Darcie, I liv ein Germany. I'm not sure how prevalent Mormonism is here, but I don't see it practiced much. I stdied som different religions when I lived in the states in a Bible class I used to take about a yer or so ago. It's been a while and I can only recall small bits and ieces of some religions, but my knowledge overall on Mormonism in particular isn't that vast =(. Sorry, I would have to refer to my notes, and I havn't the slightest clue where they are if they are even still in existence... |
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"They told me 'Son, you're special... You were born to do great things.' Well you know what...? They were right..." - Jack *Bioschock 1*
I sit in this chair in awe of how you have this effect on me. It's as if I went to a pharmicist and they handed me you. When I smell you I become intoxicated by your narcotic aroma. I am addicted to you as if you were some specialized nicotine. I swallow your gaze like ecstasy. Please sedate me and do what you wish; never cease to be my personal prescribed heroin...
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dc_88keys4christ
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| 01/10/2011 1:04 PM |
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| I live in an area that's probably about 86% Mormon. Feel free to ask questions, if you'd like. |
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Clockwork*
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| 01/10/2011 1:41 PM |
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| ok thanks |
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"They told me 'Son, you're special... You were born to do great things.' Well you know what...? They were right..." - Jack *Bioschock 1*
I sit in this chair in awe of how you have this effect on me. It's as if I went to a pharmicist and they handed me you. When I smell you I become intoxicated by your narcotic aroma. I am addicted to you as if you were some specialized nicotine. I swallow your gaze like ecstasy. Please sedate me and do what you wish; never cease to be my personal prescribed heroin...
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Samie <3
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| 01/11/2011 11:10 AM |
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i agree with what you said Darci! yes i kno some about them we studied them last year in my religion class.it was a pretty weird but very interesting belief! we have a lot of them around where i live.its very curious. lol
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dc_88keys4christ
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| 01/31/2011 1:38 AM |
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Look what I found today!!!
"Joseph Smith, the author of the Book of Mormon, tried to do some miracles such as prophecy (a test for a true prophet in Deuteronomy 18:21-22) but failed several times.
He foretold of Christ’s second coming in History of the Church (HC) 2:382. Joseph Smith preached that the coming of the Lord would be in 56 years (about 1891).
The second coming did not occur in 1891, and the Mormon Church does not claim that it did. Also, it has not occurred since. He also prophesied that several cities would be destroyed in Doctrine and Covenants (D&C) 84:114-115.
New York, Albany and Boston were to be destroyed if they rejected the gospel according to Smith, who went to New York, Albany, and Boston and preached there.
These cities did not accept his gospel, yet they have not been destroyed. Another famous false prophecy of Smith was his “End of All Nations” in D&C 87 concerning the rebellion of South Carolina in the war between the states.
The South was supposed to call on Great Britain for aid, and as a result war would be poured out upon all nations; slaves would revolt; the inhabitants of the earth would mourn; famine, plague, earthquake, thunder, lightning, and a full end of all nations would result.
The South finally did revolt in 1861, but the slaves did not rise up, war was not poured out upon all nations, there was no worldwide famine, plague, and earthquake, and there was no resulting 'end of all nations.'”
gotquestions.org
http://www.c-bstatesman.com/news/2010-11-11/Church_News/Natural_supernatural_evidence_prove_Bibles_authent.html |
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dc_88keys4christ
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| 02/07/2011 12:39 PM |
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Broken, beaten, bruised
Abandoned, mocked, scoffed at, and used
Is this how you would treat
The One on Heaven's Mercy Seat?
Surely not, you say
How could I send Him to the grave?
You know you're like the rest
Think again, and remember death
By sin, so affected
That Christ being rejected
To the Father, was right
Like newborn babe, remember life!
Awake, arise, and see
Here comes our mighty Risen King
Defeating death and strife
Sing praise to Him, for this is life |
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