Believers Opinions/ Thoughts On Christianity

[Leafrivermac]

Well I wanted to have a thread to be the "yang" of Fromans "ying"from the thread titled Non-Believers Opinions/Thoughts on Christianity. Why do we love this life? Whats it good for?

Being a christian is a great life. Being forgiven and free of guilt is of course enjoyed but being in rightstanding and in fellowship with our Creator to me is the most wonderful thing of all. Living by , and agreeing with God's word , the bible is having a friend with infinite wisdom that will cause our life to be productive and meaningful for ourselves and those around us. Following a God that loves us leads us into our purpose in life, we can be better parents, friends, employers and employees as we are heeding His voice. We can be strong in our confidence in Christ when we are in our valleys for
we know He will never forsake us. We can suffer the hard things in life because we know that all things work for the good for those that love God.
Having a church gives me a place to hear the word from folk who have been chosen to teach and shepherd us. Having a church family gives us a source for encouragment and accountability. When I have a request for prayer I have over a hundred people that will seek God for me and if I have a special prayer theirs elders to annoint me in prayer. We have an extended family of folk we can care for and see to and also be cared for and seen to.
The benefits and joys of being a christian are too many to put on paper for me and even as I type I am flooded with things I could say. I just would'nt have it any other way.

A Buddhist monk in Ceylon, who was acquainted with both Christianity and Buddhism, was once asked what he thought was the great difference between the two. He replied, "There is much that is good in each of them, and probably in all religions. But what seems to me to be the greatest difference is that you Christians know what is right and have power to do it, while we Buddhists know what is right but have not any such power." This is true, because no other religion has as its founder God, who became man, and in becoming man incarnated the grace and the truth of God. When Christ, then, becomes our life, we will be full of grace and truth. It is not our grace and truth but His, for He dwells within.

[Rebel Hog]

Bro. I thought about the samething and did'nt do it!

We have an extended family of folk we can care for and see to and also be cared for and seen to.
The benefits and joys of being a christian are too many to put on paper for me and even as I type I am flooded with things I could say. I just would'nt have it any other way.

Bro. I feel the same way!

[Chuck7]

I can't imagine one hour without God's Spirit leading and guiding me. Do we hear voices...you betcha . His sheep HEAR HIS VOICE. Here are some benefits off th etop of my head.
1. Eternal life. ..We wil never die.
2. A full time counselor and comforter.
3. An advocate that covers our back alot of times.
4. Full time peace and joy is available.
5. Healing is available
6. Love is available
7. Wisdom and knowledge is available.
8. Forgiveness is only a confession away.
9. Blessings beyond measure.
10. More true friends.
11. No fear....been replaced by love and faith
12.Power in His name to cast out devils [JESUS}

[The Rev]

His anointing is what I hunger and thirst for. I can't imagine being separated from God and His Holy Spirit!

[Leafrivermac]

Thanks for replying Reb and Chuck and Rev. There's no way we can list all the benefits of following after Christ especially when one reflects that most of our life will be with Him. Theres no way we can be thankful enough or even know what all to be thankful for if we believe that His hand of protection is over us.
Thank you Father!

[The Rev]

Amen bro Mac... I can't imagine being where I was before Christ. I tell some of how I used to be and they can't believe it... But it's not nearly as important who we were, as much as who we are now in Christ.. (GLORY)...

[The Rev]

I know this may sound stupid, but this is the face of a born agian baby Christian... only months after being saved in 1668 in Viet Nam. I never smiled like that before...

[Rebel Hog]

ORIGINAL: The Rev

I can't imagine being where I was before Christ. I tell some of how I used to be and they can't believe it... But it's not nearly as important who we were, as much as who we are now in Christ.. (GLORY)...

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Ain't that the Truth! Amen brother

[Rebel Hog]

[quote]ORIGINAL: The Rev

I know this may sound stupid, but this is the face of a born agian baby Christian... only months after being saved in 1668 in Viet Nam. I never smiled like that before...



Gosh, bro.Rev., I was'nt even born yet in 1668!
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[Leafrivermac]

I tell some of how I used to be and they can't believe it.

Me too Rev, Christ pulled me out from way under the stump and set me on the solid Rock!!!