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11-18-2007, 11:23 AM
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Originally Posted by The Closer
not just this one but every post i read from you makes me want to ask the question
are you ever happy
you seem like such a sad person
i do not in any way mean this as an attack i am being for real
i will pray for you today
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Funny, because soemone doesn't do the holy days of the world they are suppose to be sad?? I'm quite happy without them. True happiness comes from the Spirit not some seasonal tmepo fleshly joy.
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11-18-2007, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by simplyme
Sorry you feel that way., its your choice to decipher my words like that..not my desire to offend., but it seems that you do not understand that is how I experienced this whole issue, its WHY I do NOT do the whole xmas thing for many years now, it doesn't mean I don't appreciate family gatherings or love my neighbors either.., I can't help but see it still goin on all around me, if it makes someone happy I can't complain, better happy than not., I say., I am happy please continue bein happy2..never mind me.  |
Actually, this post explains your position better than the previous posts, and I can appreciate your attitude here.
I will continue being happy, and I hope you will too!
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11-18-2007, 11:49 AM
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Chrits-mass, the day everyone's catholic for a day.
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11-18-2007, 11:53 AM
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Ok I feel better now. lol
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Today pull up the little weeds,
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And someday master you. --Anon.
The most deadly sins do not leap upon us, they creep up on us.
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11-18-2007, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Truthseeker
Ok I feel better now. lol
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That's good, you said your piece.
However, I wouldn't go to church on Sunday, when the pagans go.
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11-18-2007, 02:05 PM
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Hey some of us are catholic for two or three months lol.Down here they start during October
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11-18-2007, 04:39 PM
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The Apostles' Creed
I believe in God the Father, Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth:
And in Jesus Christ, his only begotten Son, our Lord:
Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary:
Suffered under Pontius Pilate; was crucified, dead and buried: He descended into hell: The third day he rose again from the dead:
He ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of God the Father
Almighty: From thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead:
I believe in the Holy Ghost:
I believe in the holy catholic church: the communion of saints:
The forgiveness of sins:
The resurrection of the body:
And the life everlasting. Amen.
When I first came to the Lord, I knew nothing about prayer. Had never prayed a prayer. I found or was given a Catholic Prayer Book and, when I prayed, I would read my prayers out of that book. The prayer may have been addressed to St. Jerome, or St. Christopher, and many ended with words like , "...in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, Blessed Trinity". At the time, I diddn't know what Trinity was. Didn't know the difference between Catholic or Baptist. To me, at the time, it didn't make a difference. And, the Apostle's Creed (above) helped me in my early Christian walk. It was the foundation upon which I began to build my faith.
So, I may be catholic. To define the word "catholic" is to believe in a universial church. And I do believe God has a universal church, filled with people from all walks of life and from various cultures and even religious beliefs. But they have ONE THING in common. They are filled with the Holy Ghost. And through and by the Holy Ghost, they are a part of the Body of Christ. They may not believe that same as me, and vice versa. They may "deck the halls with fa-la-la, or they may not. Doesn't matter to me. So, label me catholic...not just on Dec 25, but everyday, because I believe His Church is founded upon His Word. Not my interpretation. Or yours. But on the Word. My interpretation... and yours...ain't worth one red cent.
If one holds to the conviction that celebrating Christmas is wrong...I can respect that. I can even support that. If one chooses to refrain from eating pork..I can respect and support that as well. But these are YOUR convictions, not mine. Hold to them... preach them... believe them. But, above all else, do it with Christian love. Do it to encourage... to bless.
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11-18-2007, 05:09 PM
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let me add, that like anything else we must have the right spirit about this and other issues as well. My church is full fledge christmassers. I just don't mess with it or partake in any of it. I don't go around condemning others or on a persoanl crusade to change them. I will explain why I don't when asked or the situation requires.
BTW Going to church on sunday is different then actually particpating win customs of worship towards pagan gods.
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Today pull up the little weeds,
The sinful thoughts subdue,
Or they will take the reins themselves
And someday master you. --Anon.
The most deadly sins do not leap upon us, they creep up on us.
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11-18-2007, 05:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Truthseeker
let me add, that like anything else we must have the right spirit about this and other issues as well. My church is full fledge christmassers. I just don't mess with it or partake in any of it. I don't go around condemning others or on a persoanl crusade to change them. I will explain why I don't when asked or the situation requires.
BTW Going to church on sunday is different then actually particpating win customs of worship towards pagan gods.
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I see. So, if I don't worship my tree, but worship Jesus, is it ok? I mean, if we want to nitpick methods, I can show you pagans who speak in tongues in worship to their gods, receive communion in worship to their gods, dance around and shout, etc.
But, having said that, I'm sure we'll never reach a consensus, but I do appreciate your spirit toward those who do celebrate Christmas.
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11-18-2007, 06:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Truthseeker
Funny, because soemone doesn't do the holy days of the world they are suppose to be sad?? I'm quite happy without them. True happiness comes from the Spirit not some seasonal tmepo fleshly joy.
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Oh yes I can agree that we don't need external promptings to tell us when we're supposed to rejoice in that a savior came to save us..true love for JESUS exists 24/7 it lives within, in fact its the only thing that keeps ME ALIVE..the duty to proclaim His gospel is also 24/7..not just during a once a year season that announces "peace and goodwill towards all men., I really don't know, nor ever heard..of anyone that came to JESUS as a result of xmastime.
Doesn't mean it hasn't happened but you'd think that with all the alleged 'witnessing' there'd be millions flocking to be baptized in JESUSname., around this time. I wish that it was so.
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