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Title: fighting my way back Post by: broken1 on December 30, 2003, 11:12:13 AM Hi I am 36 years old. I have 2 beautiful teenage daughters ::)
and 2 handsome teenage step-sons. I was saved in 1993. Since that time I have been in and out of church. I am amazed at how many "supposed" christians there are out there. I have been told to look at Christ as an example rather than man. Ive played piano have since I was 5 and yes I am pretty decent. I sing as do my daughters. I would love to teach or help with the children I love to cook. Unfortunaltely around here are only small churches that are run by certain families "know what I mean?" I just don't feel needed nor do I feel a connection with any of the churches so far. I have even tried outside my denomination but have yet to find a church that is alive and growing. I really desire to be used by God and I know that is my destiny but where do I start? Where do I go. I am enjoying this forum. I have been looking for something like this since i dont know when. Finally CHRISTIANS with whom I can grow and learn. THANK YOU!!! Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: Tibby on December 30, 2003, 12:36:37 PM Welcome to the group. 2 teenage duaghters, eh? You're going to be using the prayer forum a lot ;) I have a teenage sister... and I'm praying for all sons! Anyways, glad to have you in the forum :)
Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: Symphony on December 30, 2003, 04:04:54 PM God will show you your goodly and right path, broken1. In Jesus' Name... Welcome... :) Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: Sower on December 30, 2003, 06:33:03 PM I have been told to look at Christ as an example rather than man.... I just don't feel needed nor do I feel a connection with any of the churches so far. I have even tried outside my denomination but have yet to find a church that is alive and growing. Welcome to this Forum, Broken1 It's a joy to hear that you are so eager to serve the Lord yet very sad to hear that no Christians have taken you under their wings and encouraged you to exercise your gifts. Remind yourself daily that regardless of how others treat or mistreat you, you are precious to the Lord and He does nave a plan for your life, and that of your children. However, please don't get discouraged, but go to the Lord with your desires daily, and He will indeed open doors for you (Prov. 3:5-6). BELIEVE IT! In the meantime, enjoy your fellowship with believers on this Forum, and grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour. Many blessings! Sower Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: Tibby on December 30, 2003, 07:18:54 PM Well said, Sower. You know, for an anti-Catholic, you're not half bad ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D lol Joking! ;)
Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: nChrist on December 30, 2003, 10:04:35 PM Oklahoma Howdy to Broken1,
I sincerely hope that you enjoy Christians Unite. I'll be praying for you that God gives you guidance in finding a church for fellowship. (http://www.sirinet.net/~blkidps/welcome.gif) Jump in and have some fun. In Christ, Tom Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: ollie on December 30, 2003, 10:41:57 PM Hi I am 36 years old. I have 2 beautiful teenage daughters ::) Welcome to the site.and 2 handsome teenage step-sons. I was saved in 1993. Since that time I have been in and out of church. I am amazed at how many "supposed" christians there are out there. I have been told to look at Christ as an example rather than man. Ive played piano have since I was 5 and yes I am pretty decent. I sing as do my daughters. I would love to teach or help with the children I love to cook. Unfortunaltely around here are only small churches that are run by certain families "know what I mean?" I just don't feel needed nor do I feel a connection with any of the churches so far. I have even tried outside my denomination but have yet to find a church that is alive and growing. I really desire to be used by God and I know that is my destiny but where do I start? Where do I go. I am enjoying this forum. I have been looking for something like this since i dont know when. Finally CHRISTIANS with whom I can grow and learn. THANK YOU!!! I pray it will meet all your expectations and that you will be greatly enriched in Christ by the experience of it. Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: 2nd Timothy on December 31, 2003, 11:05:33 AM Welcome broken1,
Grace and Peace! Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: Allinall on January 02, 2004, 07:06:34 AM Howdy! Welcome to the forum! You've brought up something that God has been working on in my life for awhile now that I thought might help if I shared it.
I currently teach a singles class at my church, and am involved in other areas as well. I serve in each capacity with joy and satisfaction...but I've been asking myself lately, am I ministering in my church? To many, the answer would be "YES!" I teach! I'm on committees deciding stuff! I usher if needed, sing specials, set up furniture, clean, host, smile and pray! I even lead a bible study! But is that ministering? I'm not tooting my horn here, believe me. I don't do much really compared to others. The point I'm making is that serving isn't always teaching, singing, playing the piano, or physically doing something. Each of us is called to minister - to serve one another. The question is, how? There are many ways to be sure! Here are a few that I've been considering of late... Bearing one another's burdens. Remember, "two are better than one." When someone is in need, help them! However you can, whenever you can, serve that brother or sister in Christ. Make their load lighter. Making prayer and supplication for all men. It's often said, and less than often done. Pray for them. Be accountable, and take into account. When we face trials with sin, do we ever go to our brothers and sisters in Christ to help out? Rarely! We are to independent. But God gave us a body in which to be dependent. Make yourself accountable to someone, and let them be accountable to you. Grow in the Lord together - and help each other to do so. These are just a few things that I've been considering, and working on in my life. I'm "plugged in." You're not. You've got the power you need...just find a life in which to "plug in." :) Title: Re:fighting my way back Post by: Willowbirch on January 07, 2004, 08:27:28 PM Hello, Broken!
Amen, Allinall! |