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I ask that all whom will ,please place my father on your prayer list. His name is Jim Ramsey. He has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and goes back to the Dr. 2-morrow for a bone scan. He is a christian , but desires a more personel relationship with the Lord. Prayer for this relationship , piece of mind, and that the cancer be operable. Agape Ren Ramsey

Dear Lady who is very worried about her troubled 17 year old son, From your description of your boy, he sounds like he is tracking pretty much like I did around that age, though I never ran away from home despite daydreaming about it constantly. I live 10,000 miles away from the US mainland on an island in the middle of the Pacific (Saipan) making anything more than email conversation impractical. It's not much of an offer, but maybe a little cross sharing will help him sort his head out. What saved me was one friend when I was seventeen, someone who included me from time to time and listened to me. That one person was the first real friend I had had since I was 8 years old. And even though our acquaintence only lasted about 18 to 24 months, that was enough to eventually get me back in Church and that changed the whole course of my life for the next 25 years. In the personal department I was raised Southern Baptist, was a Methodist lay preacher for a year, became a Charismatic for around 20 years, left that and have since become a member of the Orthodox Church. On top of that,I am a certified High School teacher and I worked in a boy's home for several months many years ago. I've seen boys like your son, I've been one, and I'm willing to offer what miniscule help that I may. Robert. If you, or he are interested you may contact me at rwhegwood@hotmail.com or rwhegwood@saipan.com

Someone please help me! I am a Christian women, I have been serving the Lord for almost 16 yrs now and am now facing the biggest trial of my Christian life.
My husband of 12 yrs and I have separated. We both fellowshipped at the same church all our married life, I was always very active in the work of the Lord, and he seemed to be always on the reluctant side. We have always had major problems in our marriage, we have had many attempts at counselling, but nothing seems to work. I feel that I am a submissive wife according to the Scriptures, and he seems to abuse this privilege. We have only been separated since 1st march 1999, before that I had moved out of the marriage bed , because he had told me that he's had 3 affairs since we have been married. We have 4 beautiful boys together, and I don't know where I stand on Devorce according to the Scriptures. The boys really need a positive male figure around, but I don't think that I could live with this man after he has broken his vowel and commitment to me. I don't know what to do, I feel that God has something good install for us, but I don't know what it is. On our last attempt at counselling, he actually told the pastor, that he felt that he(pastor) would not be able to help us. He is now not fellowshipping anywhere, and has started drinking heavily. please advise me on where I stand. Valerie Paternoster. valerie@wanet.com.au

Hi Jack. Hope you are a strong and faithful man. You are going to need every ounce of both that you can muster, but that is true of parenting in general! I have seen this done really successfully only once. There are three keys. 1. Pray without ceasing. 2. This is more about you and their mother and them and their mother than it is about you and them. This one is easily forgotten so sear it into your memory! 3. Humility will be your strongest asset. Step-parenting is tricky and although you are dealing with big people, they aren't adults. You will be the new person and the obvious scapegoat for anything that goes wrong. Stay out of the way. Allow their mother to do the parenting. That is what they are all used to. Your job will be to stay in the background offering support and reinforcement and help with homework. You and the mother can discuss parenting issues in private. If the child comes to you, you can give good counsel but refer them to their mother for the final decision. Talk to her in private. When the kids have an issue, you will not be the cause (which is typical in step-parenting) you will be the mediator. The mom needs to be the heavy. You are her support system. You and she need to discuss all of this in advance and be prepared for this. It is not possible for you to walk into this situation and take over as head of the house. That is a spiritual designation and works fine in the spiritual areas. You can usher your family to church and preside at the table and lead the family in prayer and be a wise spiritual advisor and mentor. There are plenty of opportunities for you to lead. But when it comes to discipline and tough parenting issues, let mom take the lead, at least while you are all integrating as a family. You will find that the kids will invite you into decision making ("maybe Jack can talk some sense into Mom") instead of resenting your interference. Things will be much the same as they have always been but mom will have some support, companionship, friendship and you won't be a target for every negative emotion in the house! This effectively eliminates the power struggle. Be humble and be the adult. God Bless . KK

I hope this is relevant, but in keeping to the policy of not binding extra-scriptural concepts upon people who at the least want to be faithful, I did a study regarding Jesus' walk on the water and found some rather interesting points. It clarified, for me, that Jesus would have never told Peter that he lacked faith if he could not keep his feet above the water line. It has come to my attention that Jesus did not demonstrate any sort of testimony through special effects and magic tricks, but had compassion to teach that his father was able toprovided, when and only when that person believed. (As Jesus gave God the "go ahead" in each recorded case) In as far as Peter was concerened, if he was a swimmer, would have not been so stricken with fear in the water, so near the boat. If however he, as well as all the other
fishermen, were afraid of drowning, as non-swimmers are, then the whole passage would make perfect sense, sensibly indicating that Peter had already attempted swimming and had succeeded in a few prior attempts, in possibly shallower or less rough waters. This takes the confusion out of anyone thinking that they might have a lacking of faith, due to the apparent reasoning of not being able to walk on water.For me, it makes perfectm sense that Jesus never walked on the water, but treaded the water, as any reasonable person should, and would sensibly teach within any compassionate ministry. I would like to discuss this further with others if possible. Mike

Can you help me with the Biblical foundation of using prayer cloths? I can't find any basis. ALso, what is it with the www.discernment.org site? Are they for real?
-Dianne

i found the joyce meyers website. after i connected with our internet provider, i picked yahoo! . then i typed in www.jmministries.org in the space on the left side next to the box that says go. then i hit enter. when the listings come up, i clicked on the fourth one listed. it says joyce meyers ministries and under it it lists her name, dave meyer, books, tapes, etc.i clicked on that and there it was. try it.

I am also looking for Joyce's web site and can not find it, please if you know how to access and\or a correct address please post it. I watch her show on channel 6 (out of Seattle) from 11:00-11:30 M-F and wouldn't miss it for the world, she truly has been annointed to teach-I encourage anyone in the area to watch, you will be blessed, I know I have been. cmcacs@aol.com

Hello in Jesus Name: I am a year old Christian retiree who worked for a county in Texas for 18 years after my kids got older. My 4 are in their 30's and 40's. I purchased a computer a couple of months after retirement but have not really made use of it until awhile back. So, I just found your site while looking for Joyce Meyer Ministries. I want to walk completely in God's will in these last days. I do believe these are the last of the last days as many other Christians do also. I want to find my place in what to do during these times that are so vital to walking with him. It is my prayer that many souls are yet to be saved in the next few years and I want to be a big part of the harvest time that is here now!! If there are ones that are in agreement with me, I would like to communicate with them. My e-mail address is stburg@airmail.net. a fellow Christian, Mary Sue

My name is Karly Pitman, and I'm writing an article for Aspire magazine on solitude. I'm looking for Christian women who've experienced the benefits of solitude, and who'd be willing to speak with me for my article. If you're interested, please email me at krpitman@gomontana.com. I can email my questions to keep it simple. Thank you, Karly

Our Lord has always answered my prayers. Sometimes the answer is yes, sometimes it's no and sometimes it's not yet. Many say "Where he leads I will follow.". However, most forget this when He leads them to a place they do not wish to be. The Lord has a plan for me and you. The problem is that we only see the smallest pieces of it. No matter where I go in this world, I'm sure He will make use of me, as long as I allow Him to lead. -David Johnson

To Brad, Is there nothing god has done for you to be thankful for? You have a job, you have a daughter who seems to know God, sickness may abound, but you are well enough to spend time on computer! For once in your life, be still and content and grateful for what you do have, things could be much worse. God is not a fairy god-mother to grant every wish. Maybe
after 10 yrs its time for a new job! this happened to me, i stayed in a job for 13 yrs expecting a miricle, it came when I gave up and left, my new job is better than I ever expected! Listen, stay in the word and god will speak! Read Galations 6:9 Psalms 31:24 James 1:12 davanloop3@webtv.net (Robert Dale Looper)

I'm needing help locating a article about the importance of Jesus. It's a writing, and goes like; of all the armies that has marched, etc there has never been anything or anyone that has made an difference than this one solitary man. I need this for a sermon this sunday. If anyone can help, I would appreciate you E: mailing it to me at: renfro@txcyber.com Thank You and God Bless Bill Renfro.

Dear Miranda, I wrote to you but your mail was returned. Have you included the correct address? Dear Mama J I wrote to you too, also returned, message was that you were not receiving any new emails. Before I write again what I wrote before..are you there, are you reading me? Meg mdrennan@cyber.net.au.

Brad, I have read your letter, I identify with some of your feelings of worthlessness and feeling unappreciated. If we feel this with our associates and family, we wonder how God could have any time for us. Do you agree.? I have read a book that has really opened my eyes. In fact I have read it several times now. It is called The Return of the Prodigal Son by Henri Nouwen. He was a Catholic priest, you may not get this in an evangelical bookshop, but The Open Door a Lutheran supplier would keep it. Maybe even the library as ours has a couple of his. I urge you to get hold of it and read it, even if you do not normally read much. Listen to this "The prodigal's return is full of ambiguities. He is travelling in the right direction, but what confusion! He admits that he was unable to make it on his own and confesses that he would get better treatment as a slave in his father's house than as an outcast in a foreign land, but he is still far from trusting in his father's love.He knows that he is still the son, but tells himself that he has lost the dignity to be called the "son" and he prepares to accept the status of the" hired man " so that he will at least survive. There is repentance, but not repentance in the light of the immense love of a forgiving God. It is a self serving repentance that offers the possibility of survival. I know this state of heart and mind quite well. It is like saying:"Well I couldn't make it on my own, I have to acknowledge that God is the only resourse left to me. I will go to God and ask for forgiveness in the hope that I will receive a minimal punishment and be allowed to survive on the condition of hard labour." God remains a harsh judgemental God. It is this God who makes me feel guilty and worried and calls up in me all these self serving apologies. Submission to this God does not creat true inner freedom, but breeds only bitterness and resentment" Later"One of the greatest challanges of the Christian life is to receive God's forgiveness..........While God wants to restore to me the full dignity of sonship I keep insisting that I will settle for being a hired servant....Receiving forgiveness requires awillingness to let God be God and do all the healing ,restoring and renewing" Brad before you did anything he loved you, you were the beloved son. If you never do anything you are still the beloved son. He will run to meet you when you walk to him with your heart in your hands. I pray you will have the courage . Meg mdrennan@cyber.net.au.

Have been trying for over ten years now for a new position at my present place of work or outside of it. I am feeling like a leper in many ways. Unworthy , unwanted, embarrassed to keep trying or admit to family and friends that I did or do. I pray and have faith in God and then....nothing..? My daughter was goin to pray for a friend in a car accident ..what do i tell her..? She can pray...but although he doesnt seem to answer me..but ignore me...he will here her prayers for her friend and help her..? I have had enough bad luck, family sickness and disease and personal probs..to last me a lifetime...i am just tired..just want to sleep...then other Christians tell me he is answering me but i cant hear him or dont want to..? give me a break...Brad

I have just discovered your site. Until 2 years ago I could not turn on the computer, wasn't interested either. Then one day,I had one of those fascinating experiences where God tapped me on the shoulder and said, I want you to learn the computer, immediately my attitude was changed. I wanted to learn . Anyone who knows me will tell you how much I had avoided and rubbished the machine!! I have not had any idea why he would want me to learn, what use it could be to me...or anyone. This morning I have written down a couple of email addresses of people to whom I will write.Maybe this is what God had in mind.
To the lass who wasn't sure of her salvation, I went years like this too. But God is true to his word. He has said COME and I WILL receive you, I will put my arms around you, you are my beloved child. It is like a legal process, he has said it, it is done. Nothing can change that. Every time a doubt comes in speak firmly to yourself, "God does not lie, I am his beloved child ", lift your head and move on with him . If you would like to talk more, I am Meg at mdrennan@cyber.net.au.

Why does a loving God allow pain and suffering to exist if He has the ability to control everything? The Lord has sacrificed His only Son to give us the chance to be reconciled. He has offered to forgive all our sins if we would just accept His Son as our Lord and Savior. He has kept His promises to the tee and offered us much more than we deserve.And He promises us an eternity with Him in heaven. All He wants is our love.But all we can do is moan and groan about our suffering and demand He do something about it. Our ungrateful ignorance is but a clue to the true nature we own. The impatient child never appreciates
the long-suffering patience of the parent.

" If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things which are above where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on the things above, not on the things of the world, for you died, and your life is hid with Christ in God. And when Christ, who is our life appears, so we also shall appear with Him in glory. " ( Col. 3:1-4 )

" Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man is being renewed day by day. For our light afflictions, which are but for a moment, are working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory; while, we do not look at the things which are seen but at the things which are not seen, for the things which are seen are temporary but the things which are not seen are eternal. "( 2 Cor.4:16 ) cintru@compuserve.com

" brigade hymn " do you have it?/ i know it was around in the early 1900's but never found it. have you heard of it or have it on a tape. ? HELP? Chomp@gte.net David/Robin

Thanks to all who responded to my search for Joyce Meyers info. Obviously I am a novice at this internet business but live and learn. The Lord bless you and keep you!! Su in Marietta, GA

My name is Anneliese. I'm a Nanny at a family with two Children. I only just been here about 3 month and I'm ready to run away. The girl(10) is rude and unkind, she lies and manipulate's. The boy(8) says I'm the best Nanny yet. I need God to intervene here please. Thank you. Anneliese

I HAVE A FRIEND WHO IS GOING THROUGH SEVERE DEPRESSION. SHE HAS TOLD ME THAT SHE SAT IN HER CAR IN THE GARAGE, WITH THE CAR RUNNING, IN THE HOPE TO TERMINATE HER LIFE. HOWEVER, SHE GREW DISCOURAGED THAT IT WAS TAKING SO LONG - SO SHE GAVE UP...PERHAPS SHE DOES NOT REALLY WANT TO TAKE HER LIFE, BUT THE FEELINGS ARE DEFINATELY REAL. HER NAME IS HEIDI. I HAVE PROVIDED HER WITH LOVE AND SUPPORT TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY FOR THE PAST THIRTEEN YEARS. I HAVE GIVEN HER BOOKS TO READ, SCRIPTURES TO REFLECT UPON. MY HUSBAND GAVE HER A BIBLE. NOTHING SEEMS TO BREAK THROUGH. SHE IS ONE WHO LIKES TO BE IN CONTROL, HAS SERIOUS DOUBTS, BUT WHO CONTINUES TO SEEK. PLEASE KEEP HER IN PRAYERS. IF THERE IS ANYTHING THAT CAN BE SENT TO ASSIST IN MINISTRY TO HER, I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE THE RECOMMENDATION. THANX, JACKIE A BELIEVER WHO HAS STRUGGLED WITH DEPRESSION HERSELF, BUT ALWAYS GRATEFUL FOR GOD'S PRESENCE IN SPITE OF IT!!

Dear Abel, I would answer your question by referring to you a book: "Disappointment with God" by Philip Yancey. I do hope it will help you to find an acceptable answer. May God bless you and make you a blessing for others. Sorin

Jack, I am a 17 year old girl who had a step-father. Ask the Holy Spirit to lead you in everything. If you depend on Him and not yourself it will be easier. Ask God to help you bond with your step-children. Remember that even though you are not there biological father they are going to need not only a spiritual leader too. They see everything you do, and they WILL analyze it to the max. It doesn't all have to be a uphill battle though. Especially if the 13 year old likes the idea of you being his step-father. Also the experience they have had with there biological father has a lot to do with how they will respond to you. Love, Your sister in Christ, Courtney

To the one seeking Joyce Meyer Ministries. The address is www@jmministries.org Isn't she annointed!

Marcy: God is able to do abundantly more than we could ever imagine. Please read Psalm37. God's promises are true and they are everlasting. "Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown
of life promised to him" ( this verse is paraphrased). I stumbled across this sight without my bible at hand. But, please know that God is faithful. thank you and God Bless!

Dear Rev., I request you to pray for me in church so that i may get financial aid or a scholarship for my University education at the United States International University - Africa. I am a saved christian. I also require Spiritual guidance. I am married with two children. I have a financial problem. I am not able to pay my fees. I am threatened with dropping out of college. Please pray for me that i may get a scholarship. My children's future depends on my ability to complete my degree. My husband is also unemployed. We actually leave by the Grace of the Lord. Yours faithfully,
NANCY M. ANDWATI. E-MAIL: nancy_andwati@hotmail.com P.O BOX 74608 NAIROBI. KENYA. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

I have a friend who is starting a new business and wants it to be a "Christian" business; that is, a vehicle for her to witness to her clients. Can anyone recommend a good CHristian book or article that addresses some of the guidelines and possible pitfalls of such a venture? Reply to pastorm@megsinet.net. Thanks! Mikechalk

Hi! I'm a Christian in recovery from an abusive childhood and depression. I feel very alone and alienated. I live in a sparsely populated area which has no support groups or people in serious recovery work. I need support people and friends. Anyone who wants to contact me, please e-mail me at: miranda@choicetech.net

Hello, I am a Christian woman who recently had a Hysterectomy... I would like to converse with any of you that have gone thru the same thing... It was a very difficult surgery but, God has proven himself faithful on all fronts... please respond.. mamaj@mci2000.com hello, I did not leave my e-mail address with my paragraph that I just typed... I am the women with a recent hysterectomy... MaMaj@mci2000.com Thanks, and please respond.. hello, I am a Christian woman of 39 and recently had a hysterectomy... Is there any of you out there that I can talk to about this... It has been a difficult transaction... God has proven himself so faithful to me and I know He will make me whole and complete in Him...MaMaj

The LORD GOD ALMIGHTY came upon me the 15, 16-17, and 26th of July. On the 15th the LORD'S presence stayed approximately 20 minutes. On the 16th the LORD again filled me, and my home and stayed until the 17th. A total of 20 hours. I have attempted to call back the LORD many times, unsecessfully. Unexpectedly on the 26th the LORD came again for approximately 6 hours. Those who have experienced this (and they are relatively few) know what I am saying. I speak not to them for they already know the TRUTH. I shall say this, take heart, you are not 'nuts' it is real and thank the LORD he has revealed himself to you. For those who have been entertained by the LORD know one another through what they say and descibe. I am reluctant messenger because it is hard for me(and impossible for some) to accept, that LORD GOD of the UNIVERSE has chosen me. Well this is no longer an issue nor a choice, I remember Lot's wife, and dare not look back. Michael

Here is the URL to our home-made home page. [See at bottom of this message.] I would like to invite you to find out something that happened to our family. I do not mean to offend anyone, and do NOT intend to be pushy or intrusive.
Only that poor judgment on our part led to some unfortunate consequences -- and perhaps contributed to an attitude that did not do our daughter any good. If our mistake can be of any help to others, or help someone keep from repeating it, that's all I ask. Please lift us in your prayers . . .Bob Shepherd - from upper Sac'to valley
Visit our web page - A Tribute to a beautiful child - http://expage.com/page/debbieliz Visit my other page - On the witness stand: my unique theistic outlook - http://www.webspawner.com/users/debbieliz/ Email = robbi01@hotmail.com

Dear Lisa, I seem to have a little of the same situation you do. When I married my husband I was a believer. I was not saved, nor was I a servant of the Lord. My husband was brought up in the church, and we had attended church once together and we were married in a church. I received Christ as my personal savior last year,and I am serving him. Of course the
subject has come up with my husband. He informs me he does not believe. Of course this causes some problems. Especially with the bringing up of our child ( mine from a previous). I understand your situation. I will pray for you. Have you heard of the book, "Prayers that avail much"? There are intercessory prayers, salvation prayers, etc... Prayer these over your husband. Pray them everyday. God says his word will not return to him void. And when you are saved, so shall your household be saved. I'll have to look up the scriptures so I can give you exactly where they are. Pray to the Lord as if you've already
got what you are asking for. ie " Lord, Thank you so much. You are so wonderful. Thank you Lord for Jorge being saved. He is a might man of God! He follows only Your voice Lord! He is a righteous man.", etc... Have faith. Your husband will be saved. It may not happen today or tomorrow, but it will happen! Just as my husband will be saved also. Jesus loves our husbands more than we do. He died for them. Jennifer

Do you know how I might get in contact with the Full Gospel Business Men Organization? I might like to join. Thanks,
Craig Coad Carolin Coad <>< "Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousnes and all these
things shall be added unto you." Matthew 6:33 <><

Our names are Larry and Pat Downing and we have been in the ministry for 21 years. We have in the last year changed to a non-denominational status. Our Bishop and ministry cover is Dr. Mark Chironna. We are seeking to relocate to a new pastorate. We are Charismatic/Pentecostal in doctrine and believe in the five-fold ministry gifts. If you are looking or know of a church looking for a pastoral team let them know the following URL: http://www.churchsurf.com/host/nc/ilwm/index.html. This is our ministry Web Page we can be contacted from there. Resume and tapes upon request.

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight. What a lovely thought. I am facing a divorse and there is no way to make it a good thing. The pain and upset has taken years from my life as a happy person. How
can I help my self now? Thanks so much for your help, I can feel alreadyd the benefit of release,leading to peace calm and joy and new life. Marigold

I have Christian friends who experience problems they can't understand in their lives. As a believer and a learner from expeience and the Word I can say without a doubt it is our fault not God's when things go wrong in our lives. The Word says when a man's ways please the Lord, He maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him. If there is sin in our lives, not sins of omission such as not praying enough,etc., but major sin such as adultry, unbelief,etc, then our prayers cannot be answered until our Spiritual lives are in order. The devil is like a shrewd lawyer, knowing the law of God, he quoted it to Jesus on earth remember. When we break the laws of God,which we all do to some degree each day, we must call on the Blood of Jesus for cleansing or santification daily. This is the covering we must stay under to be acceptable in the eyes of the Father! Back in 1918 the Alabama Baptist had a statewide campaign against the use of tobacco in any form. Now it's hard to find a church without someone smoking on the doorsteps before service. In the 1950's as a boy, I remember when devorce was a bad word, and the churches taught you could not remarry unless your spouse was dead, else it was adultry! Now with many members divorced the modern churches teach these second,third, or more marriages is acceptable. Why the changes and if these acts were wrong for many yrs,why the acceptace now? When you marry you take a VOW to death do you part. It is better not to take a vow than to make it and break it according to the Bible. My point is, if your life is not where you feel it should be or you are suffering in flesh or soul, pray to the Father in the Name of Jesus, for there is only ONE Name under Heaven whereby we must be Saved, and One Mediator between God and Man, Jesus. And ask Him to reveal the sin in your life. And remember, unbelief is a sin, for without faith no man can please God! And faith has it's own fruits. God Bless, I pray this means something to those of you not understanding why your prayers seem to go unanswered. As Jesus said, those who love the Truth will hear Him, and the rest will believe a strong delusion. IN Christ Bro Mike Gilbreath Your comments, questions, thoughts, appreciated.

A Site has been created that answers every single verse Trinitarians use to teach trinity called the TRINITY EXPOSED WEBSITE. It is located at: http://www.thegrid.net/reason Please visit it.

Hi, I wanted to post this to the forum: You can listen to online tapes from many ministries. (Joyce Meyer, Dr. Stanley, & Many Many Others!) This is a free service & very well done! They also have a free Real Audio download on the page, in case you need it. Hope you enjoy them as much as I have http://www.wrn.org/audio.html http://www.wordbroadcasting.org/ Crystal

Looking for Andre Edward Bacaon. This is someone who attended Christ College in Irvine California around 1979-1982. He was studying to be a Lutheran pastor. He attended Shepherd of Peace Lutheran Church in Irvine. He worked for Star Crest Products located in Costa Mesa CA in the computer as a supervisor and computer operator. He knew a Mary Lou Zaring in Santa Ana, and rented a room from a man named Danny in El Toro CA He moved to Oklahoma, near Tulsa in about 1982. I would like to get in touch with him. J Barber

My name is Peter and I come from the south of England in a place called the New Forest. I am involved in a church called River of Life and I also speak in a variety of local churches. In the last couple of years I have also been to Poland and Zimbabwe speaking at meetings. At present I am looking into the possibility of marketing Christian products as a form of income. I would love to travel to other nations of the world. It has been wonderful to see people saved, healed and set free - God is good, all the time. My e-mail is nfm@globalnet.co.uk I love meeting brothers and sisters from all parts of the body of Christ. It is wonderful to hear reports of how God is moving all the over the world in these days in which we live. Every blessing.

Hello, my name is AnnMarie. This is the first time I'm sending a message. I am a stay at home mom with three kids. They are 11,4, and 3. My husband is a recovering alcoholic and I am in the middle of trying to find some sort of job I could do to bring in some extra money for my family. My grandmother is slowly dying with dimentia and I have been taking care of her too. I feel like I am at my wits end. I pray regularly and attend church too. I know God is here with me through this all, but I am having a hard time sorting through all of the responsibilities I have as a mom,wife, and grand-daughter. I'm only 30 and I still want to go back to college. I feel like I'm running a race with no finish line. If anyone could respond, I would really appreciate it. You can e-mail me at amcs1@pacbell.net. Thank you so much and God bless. AnnMarie

HI, I am Tracey. I can remember praying with my grandmother when I was all of 3 maybe 4 years old for Jesus to come into my life. When I got older, she told me I wasn't saved until I went before the church. So I did one Easter Sunday. I was raised in a dysfunctional family that knew church was important, but neglected to go because of our multitude of secrets from the world. I guess I have always felt like an outsider looking in. I was always a good kid and never got into any trouble, but
then again don't remember having a radical life changing expirience that some Christians speak of either. Again I feel insecure and incomplete. I need to feel comforted, complete and happy inside. Everytime I hear a preacher describe these lost feelings I feel like he is talking about me. So I pray the sinners prayer again and again. I know in my heart, and I would tell my own children, that once is sufficient for God. So, why do I still feel like I am on the outside looking in? What should I do?

WE ARE PRAYING FOR YOUR JAMIE. AFTER YOU PRAY DO AS THE WORD OF GOD SAYS THAT WHATSOEVER YOU SAYETH YOU SHALL HAVE START CONFESSING THAT JAMIE IS HEALED AND THANK THE LORD FOR THE HEALING. PRAISE GOD OVER AND OVER UNTIL YOU SEE HIM HEAL JAMIE. GOD IS A GOOD GOD AND HE THRIVES UPON OUR PRAISES. I HAVE JOINED YOU IN PRAISING GOD FOR JAMIES HEALING.

We are in need of a miracle. My father, Gerry, was diagnosed with a brain tumor a year ago and is almost at the end of this options. We have prayed time and again for my father to be healed. Nothing has seemed to work so far, but we haven't given up yet. Please say a prayer for him. He is only 55 and has much to live for. Thank you very much, Brian Peck

I NEED SOME INFORMATION ON HOW TO CONTACT CHRISTIAN FAMILIES WHO REACH OUT TO MINISTER TO YOUTHS, INCLUDING A ROOM FOR RENT OR INEXCHANGE FOR WORK. MY 17YR OLD SON HAS WITHDRAWN FROM GOD. HE FIRST RAN AWAY FROM HOME LOOKING FOR A BETTER PLACE WITHOUT PARENTS. AT ONE POINT WE THOUGHT HE HAD LEARNED WHAT THE WORLD HAS TO OFFER, SO MY HUSBAND AND I TOOK HIM BACK HOME, HOPING AND PRAYING ALL WAS WELL. HE HAD LEFT AGAIN AND I HAVE SPOKE TO HIM SEVERAL TIMES AND HE DOES NOT SOUND VERY HAPPY. HE KNOWS HE HAS MADE MISTAKES AND HE FEELS LONELY AND SCARED AND IS SEEMINGLY WILLING TO JUST ACCEPT THE TORMENT AND PAIN OF THE CONDITIONS HE IS CURRENTLY LIVING WITH. I THOUGHT IF I COULD PERHAPS FIND SOME PLACES AVAILABLE HE
COULD WORK THIS OUT IN HIS HEART AND FOR HIS WELL BEING, SURVIVAL IS ALL CONSUMING HIM WITHOUT REST AT NIGHT FROM VAROUS THOUGHTS THAT CONSUME HIS TIME AND KEEP HIM MORE CONFUSED. HE APPEARS TO FEEL ALONE AND DIFFERENT FROM THE REST OF THE WORLD. I DO NOT KNOW HOW OR WHAT TO DO, SEEING MY SON GOING THROUGH THIS HAS ME FEELING HELPLESS. ANY SUGGESTIONS OR INFO AND LOTS OF PRAYER FOR OUR WHOLE FAMILY IS GREATLY NEEDED

Hello, I am the administrater at http://www.hesaves.com/, a website dedicated to telling the good news of Jesus Christ to people all over the world. I have worked hard on it, but I am stumped for new ideas. If you would please check out the site, and send me comments about things you would like to see on the page, please do, and I will take them all into consideration.
Also, I have been trying to get a CGI WWWBoard put together for the site, but I am not very good with CGI yet, and have failed to figure out how to make the modifications I would like made. I have the WWWBoard code w/the things I would like done in stufiwant.txt inside the zip file at the address www.HeSaves.com/files/wwwboard.zip! If you know CGI well enough that you think you could help me, please download the board and see what you can do. I would appriciate it.
Thank you, Admin@HeSaves.Com ICQ -- 1152025

Hello All, I am about to become the step dad of two teenage boys in June. Would Like to know if anybody out there has been in a similar situation and how did you handle it. The boys have been spoiled by there mom and she admits it.
the younger(13) one has ADHD and is pretty happy with the idea. The old(15) is still in a power struggle with me. Tests me everytime I am there. Any advice would be appricaited. Thans in advance, Jack In Jesus Name Jack Gallagher
http://home.ptd.net/~jack510/ Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed; for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Hi Tom! In regards to your posting: First pray for wisdom, understanding and direction. Pray for strength to listen to the Holly Sprit that resides inside you. Then read 2 Thessalonians, Chapter 2, verse 1-4. Also, read Revelation 1:7. Listen to the Holly Spirit as you read and it will direct you; maybe to other scripture. Take Care!! Rod

I just thought I would place this here and see what sort of response I would get. I am looking into forming a ministry team to plant a church or something close to that nature in the future. These people need to be sold out to Jesus, and willing to uproot and go where God calls us. I know this is extremly general, but if you would be interested in any way email me at gregsublett@hotmail.com I would like to know where you generally stand theologically, and if
you prefer a Vineyard style of worship or traditional styles. Hope to hear from you. Thanks Greg

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