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Proverbs 20:7 The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. (KJV)
John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perush, but have everlasting life.
and this one....
I wish we could post John 3:16 as a banner ad. It saddens and frustrates me that there are so many that reject Jesus Christ.
I don't know how to quite explain it, but since having Chandler, my Christian journey has become so much deeper. I accepted Jesus Christ long before I became a mother, but since becoming a mother, God has someone worked a deeper understand of salvation and the sacrifice of his son Jesus so much deeper into my heart and soul.
Praise God that he first loved me.
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Thank you for this thread. Mine favorite is Jeremiah 33:3 "Call unto me and I will answer thee and show thee great and mighty things which thou knowest not"
We recite this every Sunday at the church I attend. But this verse has had powerful influence in my life. It was through this verse that I finally "got" it---God wants us to call on Him--He wants to Bless us--He wants us to claim the promises He has made to us. Sometimes in my down moments, I recite this verse and it reminds my hear and soul that God is at work in my life.
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That was a wonderful post.
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Lots of people love God without loving Jesus. They're called Jews.
A fundamental tenet of Judaism is that they do not believe the messiah has come yet. They believe Jesus existed, but was a man, not the savior.
http://judaism.about.com/od/beliefs/a/jesus.htm
Emphasis on wholly and fully.
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I use the word Cruel because I feel it is Cruel to reject someone who loves you so much. Lets say this Jewish boy/man loved God with his whole heart. He did all he thought was right, He believed and claimed for himself that the Jews were God's chosen people. He believed this and had Faith in God's love. . . So Even though he loved God. . God doesn't love him?? Yes I get that God loved him so much he sent his son, But if you are blind to that knowledge wouldn't it appear cruel??
I don't think you can wholly or fully love God without first loving His son, Jesus Christ. How can the Jewish person be blind to the knowledge---I go back to my point that God gives every single breathing person on this Earth a chance to know him, love him and be welcomed into His Kingdom-albeit through his son, Jesus Christ.
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Thanks, Tazman. I have been on a spiritual journey over the last few months. I have been praying for the Lord to help me to be a witness for his glory. I have been a Christian for a while, but I have always known that I was not being a witness in my faith. I hesitated many times before replying to the post today. Finally, I asked God to lead me. Hopefully, I am following God's guidance, and maybe my testimony/replies are speaking to someone's heart. Again, thank you. Isn't God wonderful!
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What about someone in the Mongolian Desert that has no communication; surely if he lived his life well there would be a place for him.
Anyone who has read the Chronicles of Narnia has insight to one and the same. (I do not want to say more than that, since so many people are reading right now.)
But that is my view God as King and all loving and forgiving. It is how you live your life.
"So that all may know Him"...I have heard this said and preached before. Again, since I am not great with scripture and do not have my Bible handy, I can't prove this, but rather, I believe, that God in his divinity, touches every life. God has provided a way, whether it be through mission workers, television, radio, the Bible, et cetera, etc, that ALL may know Him. I do believe that perhaps there are some, such as mentally handicapped, that may never come to what is sometimes referred to as the "age of accountability", but otherwise, I believe God provides a way so that all may know him.
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But works are important, to cherish and help the poor and the sick along with Salvation. We cannot forget that.
You are exactly right, and stewardship is part of our journey and growth as Christians. Remember, to be Christian means to "be Christ-like"
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Ok that's it. . because God said. . I can't accept that. . .Sorry but If God is so cruel why do I want to know him??
Unfortunately, I cannot quote scripture as well as many others on the board, so I apologize in advance for not supporting my answers and opinion with scripture. When you posted this question, and then the above response, I thought to myself "how cruel it is for one to reject or not accept Jesus Christ after God loved us enough to watch his son die and go to Hell, so that we may not suffer that same faith." As we all know, none of us are without sin, even the most kind, charitable, loving person is not without sin. And it is for those sins, and our inability to live without sin, that God gave his Son as the lamb of sacrifice. Jesus Christ was the pure and holy sacrifice for our souls.
God is not cruel. God gave his son, the flesh, so that we may flourish in paradise. I cannot begin to understand God's "reasoning" and I have often questioned why things happen and for what purpose. But I do find comfort that God loved me, and you, and every person that has ever been conceived enough, that he would give the life, blood and soul of his son so that we may be redeemed. I am reminded of a special song, part of the chorus is "when He was on the cross, I was on his mind." This is not evidence of a cruel God to me, but one of tremendous, and amazing love. God wants to offer peace and assurance for the jewish person you told of--that was evident when God gave his son, Jesus, for the jewish person's soul, my soul, your son, et cetera, et cetera.
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Hi all--
Just wanted to let you know that I have some great spring and summer boy toddler clothes for sale. Most are sizes 24 months and 2 T. Some have only been worn a time or two. You can pm me if you are interested.
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Do not go to Red Lobster!!! I worked there for 4 or 5 years and Valentine's Day and Mother's Day were the worse days EVER to go there!!! STAY AWAY!!! Verrrry Busy and you will never get seated, served, and fed.
Thanks, I have been trying to forget those days for the last 4-5 years!!! I think the days at RL 498 forever tarnished Valentine's day!!
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I am having my 3rd girl! I can understand (to some extent) people who really want a boy or girl, for me, I just want a healthy baby. I will have 3 beautiful girls and that will be just perfect for us.
There are so many things that can go wrong during pregnancy/birth that every baby that is born perfect and healthy is a miracle.
Amen.
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Man...I wish this was on a Saturday or SUnday...I know Chandler would love it
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Please tell her I also said happy birthday. I always enjoyed reading her post.
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I'll let him know. Thanks.
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Does TBAR really like snakes or am I missing something???
Lesley, I think he has a lot of money in the snake.
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This is my sis's boyfriend's snake---she hates snakes, so she is making him choose. Just playing, well, sort of. Dennis is actually a fireman and EMT, so he doesn't really have time to have a pet. If anyone is interested just give him a call or email. If you can't reach him, p.m. me and I will track him down :-)
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Hi, please don't yell at me, I tried to find how to post this and couldn't find the classified free postings. Anyway, here goes.
Ball Python Snake For Sale:
2-3 yr old GENTLE ball python, approximately 3-3 1/2 feet long. Complete with 35 gallon aquarium and full habitat. Snake eats well.
Only $125 for snake and aquarium.
Please call or email Dennis at 770/714-0822 firelieutenant589@yahoo.com
Thanks,
Chanda
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Amen and Amen Lesley and Die Hard.
I can remember calling my mom while on maternity leave, or waiting until hubby got home to take a shower. Sometimes you can feel defeated when you think you are not balancing baby, life, work, etc. etc. But just remind yourself, as I often have to, babies and our children are not meant to be balanced with our lives, instead we are to balance our lives around them. I read a quote just the other day, I will probably butcher it, but the general jist was...."once a child is born, his only happiness is in filling his constant want and need to be in his mother's arms".
So when you are about to pull your hair out, just snuggle up to your daughter and remind yourself that one day, it will be your begging her to let you hold her just another second. Like I said, this will pass, and your will come through with just enough sanity to get you to the next phase. So snuggle and cuddle and find what works for you and her both.
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You know me! I watch too much TV...I did name my child CHANDLER..remember!
And, I promise, no more horror movie references!Honestly, here's a pointer on deciding on the right name. First of all, don't let my brother name him after a shotgun, bullet, or any other brand/style/method related to hunting! If you really like the name Gage, then go with it because of its uniqueness, not because of its relevance to a gun! Love ya'll, congrats!
My little one is Chandler also. Chandler is a family name, and then of course with my name being Chanda, and being married to Chad---we kindda kept the theme going. The funny part is that I had my Chandler, two days after the Friends finale, so everyone kept asking me if I named him after Chandler Bing
Everytime I stick him in a little sweater vest, my hubby says "It's Chandler Bing!" Now on to the other names, I really like Gage. I also like Mason, Cooper, Harrison, Graicen (Grayson) I could go on an on. For some reason, I really like last names as first names. Have you thought about using your maiden name, or a family last name....
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it isnt that kind of cry like shes teething, she just acts like a drama queen b/c she'll cry just because i wont hold her and she cry like someone is hurting her and she screams i mean i have never seen anyone act like her and i dont understand and i dont wont her to feel insecure b/c i wont hold her, but its hard to just hold her all the time i have to cook clean take a bath i mean i have to take care of myself too, i just dont want her to feel insecure, b/c i do love her and i want her to be happy but she just wont.
Chandler was and still is a hip-baby. I was never much of the just let'em cry mom--nothing against those who are--it just didn't work for him or me. For Chandler I had to find a distraction, or I had to get down on his level instead of just sitting or lying him down. Do you have a bouncer, or swing? I would try placing your daughter somewhere near a window and either pulling back the drapes, or blinds. Chandler always loved looking outside. Also, getting down on his level also seemed to work. When you lie or sit her down, try getting down on her level and playing until she is distracted. Also, as long as your pediatrician is okay with it, try giving just a little Tylenol. After a huge crying fit, I sometimes give Chandler just a bit of Tylenol in case he is feeling a little yucky, or in case he has given himself a headache from crying so hard.
Utlimately, do what works for you and the baby. Advice is great, and trying out that advice is also great, but just because it works for some, it doesn't mean it works for everyone.
Oh, yeah, I have one other tip. Chandler hated for me to get in the shower, so when he was about your daughter's age, I started sitting him in a small laundry basket in the shower with me. The laundry basket help stablize him since he was still a little wobbly. If you do this, move the shower head so that it does not spray the baby, and also turn the heat up so that the baby does not get chilled while you are showering.
As for cooking, you may want to try putting her in the high-chair and piling the try with non-sharp cooking utensils, small pots and pans, and toys. Sometimes distraction is the key. Maybe she just needs to be near you, so stay within her view.
Good luck...you will get through this
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I am a HUGE Steeler fan. And have been all my life! Even in the "down" years when they were unpopular. I was just wondering if any of you are going to watch or even have a preference of who wins. Thanks for "playing along"!!!
My hubby was born just outside Pitt and is a HUGE fan---and has been all of his life, too. My in-laws watch every game, and even have little rituals they perform before the game....it is so funny (and a little crazy)! Anyway, out of love for the hubby, I guess I am cheering for the Bus. BTW--did you catch that the first game evered played in the Ford Stadium was between the Steelers and Detroit. Hubby thinks that was a sign that this was the destiny for the Steelers all along
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Find someone you know who can draw to illustrate.
I'd volunteer to give it a shot, but I'm no pro artist
Thanks. I hope to start drafting the book soon. I have been brainstorming and I know the direction I want to head. Now I just need to take some quiet time and start writing. I will pm you as this little project progresses.
BTW--thank you all for your advice. I may also pm you, too, Critty.
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Thank you for your help. This is an idea I have been playing around with for a while.
A second question....how do you go about finding an illustrator for a book. Afterall, you can't have a children's book without illustrations
Pondering a theological question....
in Religious discussion
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Thank you for this topic, Critty. This, for a number of reasons, is very near and dear to my heart.
Before I had Chandler, I had several miscarriages. My heart was broken, and I wondered if I would ever be blessed with a child. Shortly before my husband and I decided to try to have a baby, I had attended a women's Christmas dinner at New Georgia Baptist Church. The speaker told the story of Hannah and Samuel. Many, many months later, and after the miscarriages, I reflected on Hannah's story and prayer to have a child. As, Hannah did, I prayed and prayed. I promised God that if I was blessed with a child, I would raise that child in a Christian home. That was in early August 2003--by September 2003, I was pregnant with my son, Chandler.
"For this child I prayed, and God has answered by petition".
Chandler's first birthday fell on Mother's Day. As God would have it, that was also parent-child dedication day at my church--New Georgia Baptist. Chad and I decided that we wanted to have Chandler dedicated. This dedication, similar to what you stated, was actually similar to an oath that we took to God and our child. In many ways it was also acknowledging, that while God has made my Chandler's mother, Chandler is first and foremost, and always will be, God's child. For me, I felt that, as Hannah had been blessed with a son, so had I. And as Hannah had promised to give her child to the Lord, I must do the same through Chandler's dedication. I also felt that when a child is dedicated in a Christian church, you are asking for that child to be placed under the watchcare of his family in Christ. Chandler's dedication was one of the most incredible experiences for me.
I still acknowledge that as Chandler grows older and matures, it will be his choice to accept Christ as his Savior. I also, believe in the concept of the "age of accountablility"--while I believe this "age" differs and varies, I do believe that children are all promised heaven's glory should one's life end before he or she is at the mental and emotional maturity to accept Jesus Christ.
I believe that baptism is the symbolic statement of your acceptance of Jesus Christ. Therefore, I believe that even if you are baptisted, you are not assured acceptance into Heaven. The only assurance into heaven, in my opinion, is the acceptance of Jesus Christ.
I got way off subject didn't I---sorry