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Old 02-28-2007, 07:24 AM
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What belongs in here

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We'd like to see in this area:

Thad's Tab
Gabby's
Dear Rhoni
Ron's
C2C
Dora's Diaries

That way, if they aren't posted in for a few days, they will always be easy to find.

Get 'em started folks!
I was told I belong in here? As does Malvaro, Barb, Thad, CC1, Dora, and the ladies Gabby thread!

Blessings, Rhoni
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Old 02-28-2007, 07:43 AM
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chosenbyone, i'd say that you're outta your league....

Rhoni and CS are perfectly capable of "speaking their minds" as their talk through their differences....

not too many "Under 10 posts" members come out the wood-work to defend Rhoni.... your timing is certainly interesting, to say the least.... you almost sound "Rhonish" a bit yourself
Don't be silly...I would not post as another on my own thread...this is a dear friend from another forum.

Blessings, Rhoni
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Old 02-28-2007, 08:10 AM
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Don't be silly...I would not post as another on my own thread...this is a dear friend from another forum.

Blessings, Rhoni
I said "you almost sound "Rhonish" a bit yourself " because it seemed that she somehow knew you before (and she did) and a hint of your flair appeared in her posting style....
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Old 02-28-2007, 08:13 AM
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Dear Rhoni,

I grew up in a pentecostal home and was called to the ministry at an early age. I had some very unfortunate incidents that occurred when I was young that never seemed to heal until just these last couple of years.

I was molested several times growing up and was rejected by my mother who sent me away at 11. I was fortunate to have some relatives take me in; although, I never had a stable home during those years, I can testify that the majority of my mother's family always showered me with love and continued to encourage me to serve the Lord.

In spite of my early years, I went on to join the military, went to college and have lived a life of security. I've enjoyed preaching and teaching and being apart of a group of young ministers. I have so many wonderful memories of those years.

Things did change when it was known that I followed the call to AIDS/Hospice ministry. Many of my young minister friends didn't understand and I was shunned by most of them. Though the loses were hard, I was even more determined to heed the call of God.

For many years, I have focused on others who were suffering and dying and gave all I had to my ministry.

The irony of it all...

I'm now 40 years old and I have AIDS. For over a year now, I've been losing my battle. I've stopped attending church, because I could no longer hide my illness.

My worse fear was that people would find out about my secret. The one thing that has devastated me the most besides my declining health was knowing that I could never find another church family who would love me. I don't share this with anyone for I know that I would be rejected.

What does someone like me do when there is no one else like me in a church? What am I to do now that I can't hide in a healthy body? Will there ever be a place for me?

Just me
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Old 02-28-2007, 08:20 AM
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Dear Just Me,

This is a multifaceted issue that you have presented here. Because I am at work I may pop in and out of this thread and I want to give utmost care when posting an answer to you. Please be patient with me.

What I understand you to tell me is that you were molested at an early age and because of this was involved in a homosexual lifestyle that you changed when you came to God. You ministered side my side with other ministers, and felt a strong call to work with those who suffer from aids.

Because others were 'turned off', for lack of a better word...by your ministry to those with aids; you found yourself alone in the struggle. While ministering you found out that you had aids, could not hide your past from the scrutiny of your church family, and chose to isolate yourself so as not to be judged.

Am I correct in my paraphrasing of your dilemma? Please notify me in another way than publically on this forum to maintain your anonymity/confidentiality. My e-mail address is: mftrrcyprus@aol.com.

I care, Rhoni
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Old 02-28-2007, 08:37 AM
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Dear Just me,

He who abides in the shadow of the almighty, shall take refuge under His wings. [Psa. 91:1, NIV]

You are hidden with Christ in God...[Col. 3:2,3 KJV].

Rest knowing God knows and he loves you no matter what.

Blessings, Rhoni

P.S. I have more to say but will prayerfully weigh my words before posting.
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Old 02-28-2007, 08:49 AM
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Coonskinner,

This dear sister was operating her ministry on this thread and you were totally out of line. Perhaps, if you'd stop and actually read many of her posts and threads on this forum and on GNC, you would have the "discernment" to recognize MINISTRY!

In fact, my dear brother, you offended not only a dear sister, but many of the saints that need this type of counseling and read it daily. I'm never this blunt with someone who I consider a child of God: Perhaps, it's something you should practice as well.

How many people did you try to set "right" with your misquided, unlearned practices of counseling? It makes me tremble to think that a man in authority would go to such extremes to damage another saint.
Perhaps, I've said too much, but I pray that enough was said to make you see that your actions were ungodly. A Shephard who would leads his sheep without wisdom and patients finds his sheep wondering off into a world that wouldn't care for them.

Sis. Rhoni cares about the sheep of our loving and graciouis Jesus Christ of Nazareth by the guidance of His Spirit. I trust that Sister Rhoni sees that many here on this forum need to hear the wisdom of God in her counseling. I would feel a great sense of lost if Sister Rhoni would discontinue her ministry and due place on the forum.
Sister,

Since you are new here, I will do my best to use all possible care and tenderness in responding to this rebuke.

Let's examine a few points...

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Perhaps, if you'd stop and actually read many of her posts and threads on this forum and on GNC, you would have the "discernment" to recognize MINISTRY!
I have read several thousand of Rhonda's posts. We have had our debates here and there, but it has never been and is not now personal. I disagree with some of her concepts and methodologies. This is, after all, a discussion board and that is what we do--discuss things.

You post it, it is fair game.

You don't get a special "hands off" dispensation where your posts can't be questioned just because you declare it "Ministry."

As for my discernment or lack thereof, feel free to make whatever judgments along that line that you care to.

If I was open about everything I have "discerned" in the last few days around here, it would probably send you and a few others scurrying for the tissue box.


Now let's move along to the next installment...

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In fact, my dear brother, you offended not only a dear sister, but many of the saints that need this type of counseling and read it daily.
How can you say this with such certainty? Have you been contacted by "many" of these offended "saints?"

If not, how can you make such an accusation? Discernment?

How many is "many?" Can you give us a number, or is this just accusatory rhetoric?

Onward...

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I'm never this blunt with someone who I consider a child of God: Perhaps, it's something you should practice as well.
All I can say is, read your Bible more, and psuedo-Apostolic "Dear Abby" columns less. You will find a lot more bluntness from Jesus, Peter, Paul, and the prophets than what I indulged in. Go and learn what that meaneth.

Drumroll please...


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How many people did you try to set "right" with your misquided, unlearned practices of counseling?
You are once again making judgments and accusations. Being an accuser of the brethren doesn't put you in great company, but it does give us some clues, and aids in calibration.

This forum is not church, and the people here, especially Rhonda, are not coming to me for counsel. You have no clue how I deal with people who come to me for help, and I feel no obligation to defend myself or provide evidence or examples for you. You are on a crusade to defend a friend, and I understand that, so go ahead.


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It makes me tremble to think that a man in authority would go to such extremes to damage another saint.
Sheer, unadulterated hyperbolic claptrap masquerading as high drama.

I have no authority here anyway, and don't want it.


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Perhaps, I've said too much, but I pray that enough was said to make you see that your actions were ungodly.
A friendly tip...when you are trying to judge and label someone as ungodly, don't precede it by a qualifying quasi-apology. It makes you appear indecisive and lessens the impact of your proclamation.

It would have been so much more impressive had you just simply said, "I pray I have said enough to make you realize that you are one ungodly dude."


Good one here...

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A Shephard who would leads his sheep without wisdom and patients finds his sheep wondering off into a world that wouldn't care for them.
I pray daily for wisdom; I'll let Rhonda have the patients.

Finally, brethren...

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I would feel a great sense of lost if Sister Rhoni would discontinue her ministry and due place on the forum.
None of us want Rhonda to leave, including me.

Have a nice day.
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Old 02-28-2007, 08:52 AM
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I said "you almost sound "Rhonish" a bit yourself " because it seemed that she somehow knew you before (and she did) and a hint of your flair appeared in her posting style....

What makes one think ChoseninOne is a "she"!

Blessings,

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Old 02-28-2007, 08:54 AM
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I apologize if I offended Coon or anyone else here on this forum. Perhaps, I have just a few posts here on this forum, but since I first discovered GNC and now this forum, it has been a touchstone for me. I've spent countless hours reading every post and thread before joining GNC and later AFF.

Many people who are elderly, homebound and/or ill have lost contact with many friends and family and websites such as AFF represents a source of fellowship and connection that many able bodied people take for granted.

Maybe, I'm the one who needs to exit stage left and grab a Good Book to read and spend some time with my Father.

Much blessings...
Sister,

You did not even get anywhere close to offending me, so please put your mind at ease on that issue.
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Old 02-28-2007, 09:11 AM
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Finally, brethren...


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Have a nice day. CS
Thank-you both. I am waiting for a response from JUST Me. This is a very senstive issue and there is a dear person hanging in the balance. Prayer warriors...please pray right now.

Blessings, Rhoni
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