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Quote (charity @ June 24 2007,12:29) Quote (Not3in1 @ June 24 2007,12:08) Well, church folks wouldn't be a problem for me because I don't attend a church. I haven't found one yet that doesn't preach the Trinity. How about you, Charity? Have you found a church that you like? Any advice in that direction?
I am suffering the same dilemma, but I have just put my head down to studies, and my hope in God for my path to be made straight, I listen to people, and just pray for the ability and gift to discern a righteous Judgement on everything I hear.their are many good hearts around, even in church, Although I consider church is meeting with another believer anywhere, anytime, more so than how we have perceived it today into a once a week gathering on Sunday, using the Law and seventh day Sabbath
Thanks Mandy
Yes, I agree with you Charity. Well, God bless you sister and thanks for the chat!Quote (Not3in1 @ June 24 2007,11:57) Quote (kenrch @ June 24 2007,10:21) Quote (Not3in1 @ June 24 2007,08:11) OK, this is a strange subject to bring up here (among all th scholary things we discuss) But…..what do you all think about tattoos? I know the bible talks about them and says not to do it, but is the modern-day tattoo what they are really talking about? I know Christians who have them AND plan to get them. I'm just curious what others think? Especially if you have a tattoo – what are your thoughts? Thanks.
Quote but is the modern-day tattoo what they are really talking about? Is there a differance in the “modern” Ink used to mark up God's handy work.
You said you know “Christians” who are planning to get a tatoo. Isn't a tatoo sort of a “worldly” thing?
Tit 2:12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;
Brother Ken,Yes, the ink we have now-a-days is different from that of the Egyptians, for instance.
What I was wondering was if the word “tattoo” in the OT really means what we consider a tattoo today. In ancient times, people would mark their bodies with their gods and it was considered a form of worship. Today that is certainly not the case.
Still, I have a tatoo that I had put on when I was very young and let me tell you I HATE IT!!!!!! I know God frowns on it! No it won't keep me out because this flesh will die, thank God for that, But there is truth to “cleanliness is next to godliness”. Why would you want to be a walking billboard I don't believe God would approve of tatoo that says God bless. “oh just a small one where only my spouse could see it” God sees or maybe He doesn't see because we are covered in our Saviour's blood. I don't know of any Christian who had a tatoo who didn't regret it. I knew this one guy who became saved and had “all” his tatoos ground off (ouch!). Now why would he go through all that pain?
On a different subject, Why do you always put yourself down “I don't know Greek, I don't know this or that like most” Please spare me You have GOD isn't that enough!!!
If you don't have the author of the book then you will never understand the Word, God wrote it that way. The bible is unlike any book in the world or heaven for that matter, you can't study it like a college text. Just as you can't tell as much when reading this then if we were face to face. You are a child of God. It's your heart not your education.
To acertianchap,
Your PM:
Quote There are verses in the Bible that suggest that Hell is eternal: Book of Revelation for example. Read Revelation 20. The book of revelation is symbolic and hard to understand. The scriptures i gave (if you received them) are clear. But you didn't receive them, did you?
Please don't PM or email me anymore! As I said I don't like one sided conversations, in fact I consider it an insult. I should listen to you but I can't respond to you. Are you that much of a know it all!
I won't read your PMs. The only reason I read this one is because you asked to PLEASE READ.
Quote (kenrch @ June 25 2007,01:31) If you don't have the author of the book then you will never understand the Word, God wrote it that way. The bible is unlike any book in the world or heaven for that matter, you can't study it like a college text. Just as you can't tell as much when reading this then if we were face to face. You are a child of God. It's your heart not your education.
Wow, Ken, thank you for this correction! You are right. I do tend to put myself down because I am not well versed or studied. I mean, I have been “studying” hard for the past 4 years (sometimes hours per day), but still I am not as quick and clear as many on this board. That is why I'm here, quite frankly; so that I can learn how to be quick with my answers for what I believe. That, and I want to be able to know what the arguments are – so that I can use them as a measuring tool when I'm looking at what I am adopting as personal beliefs.I'll pass on the comments for the tattoo to my girlfriend. I doubt she will be receptive, and that's OK. I've just read that 80% of those who get tattoos regret them! That's a pretty high percentage.
1 Corinthians 10:23
23 “Everything is permissible”—but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible”—but not everything is constructive.If a tattoo gave me entry to live with a tribe in the Amazon, then why not? If God sent me there and I was there to give the gospel, then it would be up to me to see if it were beneficial.
God judges the heart, not the outward appearance.
Quote (t8 @ June 25 2007,10:42) 1 Corinthians 10:23
23 “Everything is permissible”—but not everything is beneficial. “Everything is permissible”—but not everything is constructive.If a tattoo gave me entry to live with a tribe in the Amazon, then why not? If God sent me there and I was there to give the gospel, then it would be up to me to see if it were beneficial.
God judges the heart, not the outward appearance.
t8,Thank you for this post! It's the “When in Rome do as th Romans” philosophy. I get that. There have been many times in my life when God has placed me in certain situations because I was able to adapt and share the gospel. Not everyone can do that. I'm not being snooty or anything, I'm just saying that most folks are quick to judge instead of seeing the positive side of changing behavior to suit a given situation, and to ultimately win someone to Christ.
Great verse in 1 Corinthians – thank you!
Quote (charity @ June 23 2007,23:12) 
Happy Birthday Debra 
God bless you
Thanks CharityGod bless you too.
I will get back here one day
Debra.Quote (Debra @ June 30 2007,03:44) Quote (charity @ June 23 2007,23:12) Happy Birthday Debra God bless you
Thanks CharityGod bless you too.
I will get back here one day
Debra.
:laugh:Think I might come find you DebraHi everyone
Not 3in1…I'm not a scholar of anything, I like things to be simple including my Beliefs. I've read many of your posts and I can so relate to you, and have learn't much also, being here on HN is fellowship for me, I don't attend any church either, nor am I looking to in the future, unless of course God has other plans for me.
Charity..my old friend, did you find me on myspace?
I have been hanging around here for a few days and have posted here and there, it's good to be back, everything is new again.
Hey everyone…
I was wondering what your opinions were on myspace.com.
I joined about 8 weeks ago and have fitted into the small community around me..(my friends) like a glove. My page has morphed from a Bob Marley, with reggae music profile to Jesus within that time. It for me is a way of fellowship just like HN.
I realize the dangers, and have already experienced the Atheist onslaught, it's amazing how many Atheists want to be friends of Christians. Anyway what do others think….Hi Debra!
Ha…..I laughed when you said, “It's funny how many Atheist want to be friends with Christians.” I have found this to be true, too. Only the “friends” that I have had in my lifetime who say they don't believe in God…..really do believe in God and they are just mad at him. Go figure. They just need love and a non-judgemental attitude. I love this saying that I have shared here before, it's so true, it goes like this: I don't care what you know, until I know that you care. I love that. That is what people are hungry for – love and caring.
Myspace seems like it is mainly for younger people – now I'm showing my age. I'll be 40 in May, so maybe I'm starting to get a bit out of it. Ha! I hear from my younger neices that I'm still pretty “hip” but I've yet to check out “Myspace” and I'm totally not into “texting” I mean, shoot, just call someone already…..texting takes too much time!
Anyway, you take care Debra, it's good to see you here and I always enjoying hearing from you on the various threads.
Love to you and yours,
MandyHey Many
I turned 55 this year, my friends think I'm crazy to have a myspace . But I was very surprised to find that there is an age group between 16-90, one of my friends is 72. most are over 45. Anyway sister your only as old as you feel, as the saying goes..
love to you
God bless.“Four Worms”
Your Sunday Sermon!A minister decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his Sunday sermon
Four worms were placed into four separate jars.
The first worm was put into a container of alcohol.
The second worm was put into a container of cigarette smoke.
The third worm was put into a container of chocolate syrup.
The fourth worm was put into a container of good clean soil.
At the conclusion of the sermon, the Minister reported the following results:
The first worm in alcohol –
Dead.The second worm in cigarette smoke –
Dead.
Third worm in chocolate syrup –
DeadFourth worm in good clean soil –
Alive.So the Minister asked the congregation –
What can you learn from this demonstrat
Maxine was sitting in the back, quickly raised her hand and said,
“As long as you drink, smoke and eat chocolate, you won't have wormsLaugh for Today “Maxines” Wisdom via e-mail
Always keep several Get Well Cards out on your mantle,
so if unexpected guests arrive, they think you've been to sick
and unable to clean.Peace and Love Mrs.
Debra See you are on the Web, just want to say Hello to you and how are you doing?
Peace and Love Mrs.:D
Hello Mrs D
I'm well thank you and getting back into the good food here on Heaven Net. Hope you are well and happy too.
Blessings to you sister.
Huh I hate snakes
Thank you Deb. Where do you get all those pictures from? And my name is Irene. That D always comes up when I put those little monsters on.:D Peace and Love Irene:D
Deb. One of my funny,s A woman went to the doctor's office, where she was seen by a young, new doctor. After about 4 minutes in the examination room, the doctor told her she was pregnant. She burst out screaming as she ran down the hall.
An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was, and she told him her story. After listening, he had her sit down and relax in another room.
The doctor marched down the hallway to the back where the first doctor was and demanded, “What's the matter with you? This woman is 56 years old ; she has two grown children and several grandchildren, and you told her she was pregnant?!!”
The new doctor continued to write on his clipboard and without looking up said, “Does she still have the hiccups?”
Quote (IM4Truth @ Oct. 20 2007,15:28) Huh I hate snakes
Thank you Deb. Where do you get all those pictures from? And my name is Irene. That D always comes up when I put those little monsters on.:D Peace and Love Irene:D
im4truthYou have to put a Space between the first: D.
Blessings!
Quote (IM4Truth @ Oct. 20 2007,15:36) Deb. One of my funny,s A woman went to the doctor's office, where she was seen by a young, new doctor. After about 4 minutes in the examination room, the doctor told her she was pregnant. She burst out screaming as she ran down the hall. An older doctor stopped her and asked what the problem was, and she told him her story. After listening, he had her sit down and relax in another room.
The doctor marched down the hallway to the back where the first doctor was and demanded, “What's the matter with you? This woman is 56 years old ; she has two grown children and several grandchildren, and you told her she was pregnant?!!”
The new doctor continued to write on his clipboard and without looking up said, “Does she still have the hiccups?”
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