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rollson

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hello all, didnt know where to post this but i would like to see what the bible and you lot have to say about having a relationship with god. A abit about me, my name is craig i would say iv been a christian a little over a year now. i dont read the bible as much as i use to but i read i try and make sure i read every week. i can talk about god and tell people how loving he is until i go blue in the face. he as change my life and the way i think, because of him i have so much love for the world and the people in it.

i feel like i dont have a relationship with jesus, i know him from what the bible says and from all the good he as done for me but i feel like my sin is holding me back, i feel like iv been able to grow in faith and knowledge with jesus but i dont know him on a 1 on 1 level. im finding it very hard to put in words how i feel. im always trying to doubt his existence even with all what he as done for me. is it my sin that is stopping me from growing to know him and feel his love. i pray to give him more of my time but im not giving him what i can im sinning rather then reading or praying. im the only christian in my family so i dont have no one to talk 2 about it, i dont go church because im to lazy. i mean come on i love jesus but i cant give him the time he wants when he gave up his life for my sin.. i just wish i could stop sinning,

the mean question is whats the bible say about getting to know god like you would know a friend or a loved one, if any of you have any advice for me or any thing. i feel like im fighting a losing battle trying to change my life around some time i think im week is turning to god as if he is not real and i just need him in my life to feel better. im sorry for the bad spelling and draging it. hope to get some good feed back on what to do thank your all
 
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kenisyes

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One of the most used Scriptures is Rev. 3:20, where Jesus wants to come into your heart and have dinner with you. Another good one is John 15:15, where Jesus defines His friends as people with whom He shares whatever the Father has told Him. The bridegroom image throughout Scripture certainly includes friendship (it's pretty hard to be married without it). Jesus wants to be our friend. If you have not asked Him, you are missing out on one of the greatest relationships you can have on this earth.

If you're wondering how to ask, just do it. "Jesus, I hear you want to be my friend. i want to be your friend. I don't know what to say or do, but I'll trust you to make it the way you want it."
 
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rollson

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thank you ken
 
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kenisyes

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Let me know how it goes.
 
Tommy4Christ

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rollson said:
hello all, didnt know where to post this but i would like to see what the bible and you lot have to say about having a relationship with god. A abit about me, my name is craig i would say iv been a christian a little over a year now. i dont read the bible as much as i use to but i read i try and make sure i read every week. i can talk about god and tell people how loving he is until i go blue in the face. he as change my life and the way i think, because of him i have so much love for the world and the people in it.

i feel like i dont have a relationship with jesus, i know him from what the bible says and from all the good he as done for me but i feel like my sin is holding me back, i feel like iv been able to grow in faith and knowledge with jesus but i dont know him on a 1 on 1 level. im finding it very hard to put in words how i feel. im always trying to doubt his existence even with all what he as done for me. is it my sin that is stopping me from growing to know him and feel his love. i pray to give him more of my time but im not giving him what i can im sinning rather then reading or praying. im the only christian in my family so i dont have no one to talk 2 about it, i dont go church because im to lazy. i mean come on i love jesus but i cant give him the time he wants when he gave up his life for my sin.. i just wish i could stop sinning,

the mean question is whats the bible say about getting to know god like you would know a friend or a loved one, if any of you have any advice for me or any thing. i feel like im fighting a losing battle trying to change my life around some time i think im week is turning to god as if he is not real and i just need him in my life to feel better. im sorry for the bad spelling and draging it. hope to get some good feed back on what to do thank your all
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You are dead to God because you have never done this!

Jas 1:21 Therefore putting aside all filthiness and overflowing of evil, receive in meekness the implanted Word, which is able to save your souls.
Jas 1:22 But become doers of the Word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.


The Good Shepherd!


1Pe 2:25 For you were as sheep going astray, but now you are turned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
We were all once going astray, following the god of this age, and all the false ways coming out of the church system today.
But now we have turned to the shepherd (Jesus Christ) who is the overseer of our souls, which comes from an obedient faith and strong commitment to stay on the narrow road that leads to life.
Our great shepherd came to do many wonderful and powerful things for those who hunger and thirst for righteousness or simply do what is right, by obeying His word, and walking a pure and upright life in the power of the spirit!
But this great privilege God has given to the truly repented soul, to follow the great shepherd and overseer of our souls, came with a very high price, that Jesus paid on our behalf, and offered Himself as a spotless, and unblemished sin offering, to take away the sins of the world, and cleanse and purge our conscience from dead works to serve the living God. Hebrews 9-14.
Now many think they are right with God, and following Jesus on the narrow road, and think they are IN Christ, but have never crucified their flesh with Christ in repentance as commanded, and have never touched the blood of Christ by pleading for mercy before the mercy seat of God, they came into the kingdom still defiled, accepting the provision that Jesus took their place, and also their wrath on the cross for them.
But in reality nothing happened, except maybe a few tears shed, and a willingness to not disobey God in the future that soon becomes a broken promise as they are still carnal sold under sin, and cannot figure out why they are still falling in and out of vile sins and rebellion to God!
Psa 23:3 He restores my soul; He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake.
Has your soul been restored? Have you come to the Lord on His terms to get your soul restored? If not then the path of righteousness will be difficult to find, and His great and Holy name will be mocked as you try and follow Him in your flesh, apart from the spirit, and be led away from the good shepherd into the hands of the wolves desperately waiting for more gullible souls they can devour with their great swelling words of emptiness, promising you liberty, while you are still a slave to sin, and your carnal ways!
Tommy
 
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sunnygurl

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Christ understands this situation He was fully human and please know brother that He loves you in your sin He gave His life on the cross for you. He and the Father know we are works in progress and as we submit to God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit God's will and desire can/will be achieved within our life.
The apostle Paul understood this exact issue Romans 7:15-20 and we all know how greatly God used this man to spread His word, be encouraged by Paul's words brother.
Spending time in prayer and chatting to God will strengthen your relationship, God wants all of us not just the best bits he sees all our ugly and loves us regardless. Also as a christian Christ starts as our Saviour and redeemer and grows into our brother and friend as well.
Lastly I suggest putting on the armour of God as we are in a battle and no soldier goes to war without armour and expects to win. Ephesians 6. The helmet will guard your mind and the breastplate will protect your heart. My prayers are with you brother on your journey with God He has great things planned.;)
 
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Nancyer

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Have you come to the Lord on His terms to get your soul restored? If not then the path of righteousness will be difficult to find, and His great and Holy name will be mocked as you try and follow Him in your flesh, apart from the spirit, and be led away from the good shepherd into the hands of the wolves desperately waiting for more gullible souls they can devour with their great swelling words of emptiness, promising you liberty, while you are still a slave to sin, and your carnal ways!
Tommy[/QUOTE]

Explain to me, please, what it means to go to the Lord on His terms. Are you talking about falling on your knees, begging forgiveness, crying out literally? Or is it selling all you have and giving the money to the poor? I'm not meaning these things to be sarcastic, I'm really trying to understand your point. Is it not enough to ask Jesus into your heart, offer yourself and your life to him, admit your a sinner and that you're repenting of your sins; assuming of course you mean this, sincerely. Anyway, if you mean or think there is more to it please explain.

Thank you and God Bless,

 
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