Hey Doug,I understand if you're not a praying person, then at least some of what I've said is going to seem pretty strange. Maybe there are a couple more differences between the individual wanting something and God wanting something. Like you said yourself, there is only so much you can do, and that's it. If God is really and He is who He says He…[Read more]

Hey Kathi,This brother's life is similar to mine in some ways. Like me, I believe the Lord is asking him to lay everything down. Similar to me, his wife left him several years ago. Also similar to me, I believe that he decided that he wanted God more than anything else, and that just seems to end up costing a lot.The following scripture is one of…[Read more]

Funny thing, this brother in Christ has, for so long, held on pretty tightly to material things. Wouldn't ya just know that's where the Lord started cleaning house in his life. This brother told me that the Lord told him to start selling all his things. He also believes the Lord is getting him ready to travel and do full time mission work where…[Read more]

Today I got to talk with a very dear brother in Christ. I've known him for several years, but about a year ago he and I prayed the hard prayers together. He has continued to pray them as have I. After talking with him today, I realized once again, God's faithfulness to answer those prayers. God is doing such an amazing work in my brothers life and…[Read more]

Quote (Ed J @ Nov. 18 2009,20:45)Quote (rancherforChrist @ Nov. 19 2009,15:34)Hi Doug,I've seen those prayers not only make a difference in my own life, but a difference in the lives of many others. Like I said in the challenge, it's ok with me if a person wants to pray those prayers for themselves.I don't agree with the part about, “if it isn't…[Read more]

Quote (942767 @ Nov. 17 2009,15:44)Hi Chris:And so, did you ask Jesus to pray to God for you?The disciples asked him to teach them to pray, and so, I am going to do what he has instructed us to do.You can do whatever you want.  I was just trying to help you to see this.Love in Christ,MartyHi Marty,I wasn't aware that I had to ask Jesus to do…[Read more]

Quote (Douglas @ Nov. 17 2009,01:12)Quote (rancherforChrist @ Nov. 17 2009,15:54)Also, I can't imagine that the Lord would tell me to pray prayers that weren't His will.There's something slightly circular in this statement though – if it is in Gods will, what difference do you make through the prayers?I know many people pray, and yet, if it isn't…[Read more]

Quote (942767 @ Nov. 16 2009,21:25)I am happy to hear that your prayers were answered, and I don't doubt that Jesus has spoken to you telling you what to pray, but he said that we can come to God in prayer in his name.  He did not say that we should pray to him, did he?Love in Christ,MartySo I can Ask something of the Father in Jesus name, but if…[Read more]

Quote (942767 @ Nov. 16 2009,21:03)Nothing wrong with what you prayed if that is what is what you wanted to say to God.  He is our Father, and we can come to him praying in the name of Jesus.Just trying to show you by my comment that our prayers should be directed to God, and not to Jesus.  I do talk to Jesus telling him how much I appreciate w…[Read more]

Quote (942767 @ Nov. 16 2009,20:41)Hi, when the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, he taught them saying, “after this manner therefore pray, “Our Father which art in heaven…..”.Love in Christ,MartyPart of the Lord teaching them how they should pray was to pray for the Father's will to be done on earth as it is in heaven.It seems to me…[Read more]

Quote (georg @ Nov. 15 2009,16:32)I love you allI worship the Father and honor Jesus Christ. He is our King of Kings and Lord of Lords. The Father deserves every prayer and worship. He is greater then Jesus, by His own words in John 14:28 for my Father is greater then I. We pray to the Father in the name of Jesus, Amen.IreneHello Irene,I love…[Read more]

Quote (Nick Hassan @ Nov. 15 2009,14:19)Hi RFC, What of your God and the God of Jesus?Hi again Nick,I believe I have stated pretty clearly what I believe and how I pray. What I said before still stands though. I still believe that I would enjoy a discussion with you, but all I have seen from you so far is just questions. As for Jesus and His…[Read more]

Quote (Lightenup @ Nov. 15 2009,14:08)It sounds like Chris is thinking very clearly for himself and has put up an extreme challenge indeed. Chris, I would like to think that God would not want to get rid of the “Chris” in you but instead to renew the “Chris” in you.  What do you think?  Don't you think that He made us diverse for His glory.  If He…[Read more]

Quote (Stu @ Nov. 14 2009,12:30)“The truth is, Jesus is interested in every little detail of my life and yours. He wants to pick out what shirt I wear and what I eat and if I eat and who I talk to and how long I sleep and every little detail because He has plans for us and His plans are perfect.”Can you not think for yourself?StuartI can think for…[Read more]

Oh by the way Irene, I don't hold to the trinity doctrine as such. I know what the Catholics, the Baptists and others believe. I was raised as a Baptist preachers kid. Do I believe what they believe concerning the trinity doctrine and some other issues? No. There are a whole lot of things that don't look at all the way we have perceived them for…[Read more]

Quote (georg @ Nov. 14 2009,15:26)NO, he is not the God of creation, neither is he the God of Israel, but God created all things “through” him.GeorgThanks Irene,I appreciate your answer cuz I was already pretty sure Nick wasn't gonna answer it. I don't agree with you, but I'm still grateful for your answer.Love ya,ChrisThat was my Husband who…[Read more]

Quote (georg @ Nov. 14 2009,09:47)Quote (rancherforChrist @ Nov. 15 2009,03:52)Quote (Nick Hassan @ Nov. 14 2009,00:07)Hi RFC, Is Jesus the God of israel?Hi Nick,Is Jesus the God of creation?I might as well answer that while I'm on here.NO, he is not the God of creation, neither is he the God of Israel, but God created all things “through”…[Read more]

Quote (Nick Hassan @ Nov. 14 2009,00:07)Hi RFC, Is Jesus the God of israel?Hi Nick,Is Jesus the God of creation?

Quote (georg @ Nov. 14 2009,06:34)Hi,My name is Chris and I love Jesus with all my heart. I also love the brethren. It's very nice to meet you.Love ya,ChrisWe my Husband and I, is that to your liking>Peace and Love IreneThanks Irene,It's certainly more courteous. I love Jesus with all my heart. I'm not sure about soul and mind, but I'm still…[Read more]

Quote (katjo @ Nov. 13 2009,18:57)He is our Lord God!Katjo,I know that you love the Lord. Why do you keep doing this while they gnash at you like a pack of wolves? Not that I mind if you like it. I was just wondering why?Love ya,Chris