My Convictions Tell Me It's Time To Go

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JoDel

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I came here a few weeks ago, looking forward to Christian fellowship. I've met some REALLY NICE PEOPLE here and all who have accepted or requested as friends, I'd love to meet in person and talk about the wonders of God and His blessings on our lives.

I know we ALL have differences of personalities, opinions, beliefs/faith, doctrine which is a good thing, because we challenge each other to search "deeper" to hold to the truth in which we live out our lives... none of us without fault somewhere, as "great are the mysteries of God". ~

I am ashamed for finding myself sarcastic, when I should have been kind... no matter what. I am ashamed for allowing myself to "take sides", when I should have tried to be a mediator with my brothers and sisters in Christ.~ It shouldn't be easy to fall into a "tit for tat" attitude, but I did, and for that I am also ashamed.

I was skimming through my bible this evening and it seemed that every place I paused to read, spoke of "lifting up one another in the love of Christ; loving one another with the Love of Christ; exhorting one another with the Word of Truth" and so on ... you know the ones to which I am referring. I was so convicted in my spirit for getting caught up in the "drama" of some of the "discussions" and realizing it was not at all of what Jesus would approve.

As I continued to read my Bible, I felt a "cleansing" if you will, and felt the Love of the Lord pouring over me and found myself repentant for having used my time foolishly "watching and engaging" in debates/arguments that seemed to be grid-locked. ~ Someone's post I had seen at some time today, flashed through my mind and it was asking "What Jesus would think of all of this"? I believe I was receiving MY answer to that question through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the scriptures to which He led me.

Staying true to my "FIRST LOVE"... Jesus... I am heeding those "Holy nudges" and am going to leave CC. I want to apologize to any and ALL I offended with sarcasm or a retaliatory "dig". ~ I don't like the "old me" resurfacing to besmirch the Name of the One Who LOVED me all the way to the cross... Jesus Christ, my Lord, my God, Lover of my soul.

Thank you for your warm welcome(s) when I first arrived. ~~ Until we meet someday in heaven... I pray the Lord bless your lives with His deepening love and the "soul peace" only He can give. ~

Kristal "JoDel"
 
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Kristal - Thank you for your testimony lifting up the Lord Jesus Christ. We will miss you, what prompted the choice to leave? Can I ask what plans you have for fellowship in your ongoing relationship with God; outside of CC? I forget your involvement in other areas of fellowship is all. How can we pray for you in the future? Anything?
 
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JoDel said:
I came here a few weeks ago, looking forward to Christian fellowship. I've met some REALLY NICE PEOPLE here and all who have accepted or requested as friends, I'd love to meet in person and talk about the wonders of God and His blessings on our lives.

I know we ALL have differences of personalities, opinions, beliefs/faith, doctrine which is a good thing, because we challenge each other to search "deeper" to hold to the truth in which we live out our lives... none of us without fault somewhere, as "great are the mysteries of God". ~

I am ashamed for finding myself sarcastic, when I should have been kind... no matter what. I am ashamed for allowing myself to "take sides", when I should have tried to be a mediator with my brothers and sisters in Christ.~ It shouldn't be easy to fall into a "tit for tat" attitude, but I did, and for that I am also ashamed.

I was skimming through my bible this evening and it seemed that every place I paused to read, spoke of "lifting up one another in the love of Christ; loving one another with the Love of Christ; exhorting one another with the Word of Truth" and so on ... you know the ones to which I am referring. I was so convicted in my spirit for getting caught up in the "drama" of some of the "discussions" and realizing it was not at all of what Jesus would approve.

As I continued to read my Bible, I felt a "cleansing" if you will, and felt the Love of the Lord pouring over me and found myself repentant for having used my time foolishly "watching and engaging" in debates/arguments that seemed to be grid-locked. ~ Someone's post I had seen at some time today, flashed through my mind and it was asking "What Jesus would think of all of this"? I believe I was receiving MY answer to that question through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the scriptures to which He led me.

Staying true to my "FIRST LOVE"... Jesus... I am heeding those "Holy nudges" and am going to leave CC. I want to apologize to any and ALL I offended with sarcasm or a retaliatory "dig". ~ I don't like the "old me" resurfacing to besmirch the Name of the One Who LOVED me all the way to the cross... Jesus Christ, my Lord, my God, Lover of my soul.

Thank you for your warm welcome(s) when I first arrived. ~~ Until we meet someday in heaven... I pray the Lord bless your lives with His deepening love and the "soul peace" only He can give. ~

Kristal "JoDel"
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sorry to see you are leaving , I enjoyed reading your posts. I know how depressing this site can be a times, all the ridiculous works-based garbage gets me upset at times also.

God bless you in all you do!!
 
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God bless you, sister! :D
 
shittim

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bless you and all who are in your life, be open to being sent back here from time to time to share
of your growth in Him that iron may sharpen iron. It isn't uncommon for people to be moved about
to learn and grow as we are all being conformed to the image of Christ in this life.
You will be missed and appreciated if and when you return.
 
blue_ladybug

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Take care, Kristal. I'll miss you.. :)
 
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Sorry to see you leave.

Sometimes I catch myself behaving as I should not and have to apologize to those I wound.

This site can take a lot of our time so do as God leads you.

However I have found it to be a testing ground to see if I can live what I profess to believe.

Can I speak in love?

Can I avoid the temptation to defend myself from attacks and simple allow God's love and truth to stand?

Can I forgive?

That includes forgiving myself for the mistakes i,have made.
.just want to remind you that God loves you and he forgives you your mistakes. Therefore so should all His children including you.
.have a blessed day.
 
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JoDel said:
I came here a few weeks ago, looking forward to Christian fellowship. I've met some REALLY NICE PEOPLE here and all who have accepted or requested as friends, I'd love to meet in person and talk about the wonders of God and His blessings on our lives.

I know we ALL have differences of personalities, opinions, beliefs/faith, doctrine which is a good thing, because we challenge each other to search "deeper" to hold to the truth in which we live out our lives... none of us without fault somewhere, as "great are the mysteries of God". ~

I am ashamed for finding myself sarcastic, when I should have been kind... no matter what. I am ashamed for allowing myself to "take sides", when I should have tried to be a mediator with my brothers and sisters in Christ.~ It shouldn't be easy to fall into a "tit for tat" attitude, but I did, and for that I am also ashamed.

I was skimming through my bible this evening and it seemed that every place I paused to read, spoke of "lifting up one another in the love of Christ; loving one another with the Love of Christ; exhorting one another with the Word of Truth" and so on ... you know the ones to which I am referring. I was so convicted in my spirit for getting caught up in the "drama" of some of the "discussions" and realizing it was not at all of what Jesus would approve.

As I continued to read my Bible, I felt a "cleansing" if you will, and felt the Love of the Lord pouring over me and found myself repentant for having used my time foolishly "watching and engaging" in debates/arguments that seemed to be grid-locked. ~ Someone's post I had seen at some time today, flashed through my mind and it was asking "What Jesus would think of all of this"? I believe I was receiving MY answer to that question through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the scriptures to which He led me.

Staying true to my "FIRST LOVE"... Jesus... I am heeding those "Holy nudges" and am going to leave CC. I want to apologize to any and ALL I offended with sarcasm or a retaliatory "dig". ~ I don't like the "old me" resurfacing to besmirch the Name of the One Who LOVED me all the way to the cross... Jesus Christ, my Lord, my God, Lover of my soul.

Thank you for your warm welcome(s) when I first arrived. ~~ Until we meet someday in heaven... I pray the Lord bless your lives with His deepening love and the "soul peace" only He can give. ~

Kristal "JoDel"
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I think some people come to this site hoping for enjoyable fellowship, go the the Bible Discussion Forum, and find themselves instantly caught up in heated debates. For better or worse that is the way theology seems to be, on this site, and everywhere else in the world. One really does need a thick skin if they choose to discuss theology.

But I think there are ways to enjoy fellowship here, also. The Prayer Request Forum and Christian Family Forum provide fellowship while discussing people's problems. The Miscellaneous Forum is a whole lot more relaxed than the Bible Discussion Forum, and you can find fellowship there. And for that matter, you will find people in the Bible Discussion Forum who will appreciate your posts and say so.
 
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Kristal, i don't want to encourage you to disobey what you believe the Lord would have you do.

i do (selfishly :() wish you stayed... but you're right, selfishness is not the way we are to live.

so grace to you, and peace, in the name of God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Numbers 6:24-26 ♥
 
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JoDel said:
I came here a few weeks ago, looking forward to Christian fellowship. I've met some REALLY NICE PEOPLE here and all who have accepted or requested as friends, I'd love to meet in person and talk about the wonders of God and His blessings on our lives.

I know we ALL have differences of personalities, opinions, beliefs/faith, doctrine which is a good thing, because we challenge each other to search "deeper" to hold to the truth in which we live out our lives... none of us without fault somewhere, as "great are the mysteries of God". ~

I am ashamed for finding myself sarcastic, when I should have been kind... no matter what. I am ashamed for allowing myself to "take sides", when I should have tried to be a mediator with my brothers and sisters in Christ.~ It shouldn't be easy to fall into a "tit for tat" attitude, but I did, and for that I am also ashamed.

I was skimming through my bible this evening and it seemed that every place I paused to read, spoke of "lifting up one another in the love of Christ; loving one another with the Love of Christ; exhorting one another with the Word of Truth" and so on ... you know the ones to which I am referring. I was so convicted in my spirit for getting caught up in the "drama" of some of the "discussions" and realizing it was not at all of what Jesus would approve.

As I continued to read my Bible, I felt a "cleansing" if you will, and felt the Love of the Lord pouring over me and found myself repentant for having used my time foolishly "watching and engaging" in debates/arguments that seemed to be grid-locked. ~ Someone's post I had seen at some time today, flashed through my mind and it was asking "What Jesus would think of all of this"? I believe I was receiving MY answer to that question through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the scriptures to which He led me.

Staying true to my "FIRST LOVE"... Jesus... I am heeding those "Holy nudges" and am going to leave CC. I want to apologize to any and ALL I offended with sarcasm or a retaliatory "dig". ~ I don't like the "old me" resurfacing to besmirch the Name of the One Who LOVED me all the way to the cross... Jesus Christ, my Lord, my God, Lover of my soul.

Thank you for your warm welcome(s) when I first arrived. ~~ Until we meet someday in heaven... I pray the Lord bless your lives with His deepening love and the "soul peace" only He can give. ~

Kristal "JoDel"
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1. Don't ask to be removed from the user list on here. Many people have done the same thing, and yet changed their minds later. I'm one of those, and honestly? God changed my mind for me. (I'm fairly isolated from people, yet hubby had a heart attack and needed prayers. If that's not God changing my mind, I don't know what is.) The worse that happens, is if you never come back, you're user name (and avatar) stay on here so we remember you better.

2. I don't blame you for leaving. I think this site does the exact same thing to roughly 97% of the people who join. AND, I'm being conservative in my estimates. So, if God is convicting you to leave, please do. Really a tough path to resist God's conviction.

BUT... for future use or even now, something to consider...

3. God is using this site as my training field. Yupyupyup. I am the queen of sarcastic. I can trump your sarcasm and up the ante. And, half the time I don't feel bad about it. Sarcasm isn't sin. How we use it might be. BUT I used to be one of the always-arguers. I still have flareups of that. And yet God is training me to be something else. He training me to be that loving, supportive person he wants me to be, while still using my ain't-no-lady side that will tell it like it is. I'm a hard nut to crack, but he's working on me, and he's using this site as-is to hone me. Consider the possibility he might be wanting the same from you. If not today, some day in the future.

BTW, for what it's worth. I never saw you as the arguing sarcastic type. Granted, wasn't following you around, but assuming it happened, it didn't happen all the time. Kudos on that much!
 
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how does sarcasm line up with the fruit of the Spirit?
Love, joy, peace, patience,kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self control?
 
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I'm so sad, I'm going to miss my Jodel so very much!
I have thought of you for the little time I have known you as my Sister
I have no Sisters In my family, but you Jodel are my true Sister In Christ
I'm going to miss you so deeply but I know our Father In heaven has better plans for you
You have lifted my spirits and brought such joy to me
If you ever check back from time to time please PM me
I love you my sister Jodel
I'm going to go say a prayer for you and cry a little
but Ill be Happy knowing your Happy :)
Blessings to you and your family

Love your sis Tabitha
 
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There is always a certain sadness when i see people go, but as some said, u dont have to close ur account. Whatever ur experience was, u may choose to stay away a few days or weeks, then see u miss us after all, ha2. Although people talk all the time abt the sad and bad things that go on here, some do not experience much of that i guess, for lack of much time to look into all those threads! I may want to reply to a thread, but for lack of time, it passes by unanswered, and that way i dont get into trouble=).
 
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JoDel said:
I came here a few weeks ago, looking forward to Christian fellowship. I've met some REALLY NICE PEOPLE here and all who have accepted or requested as friends, I'd love to meet in person and talk about the wonders of God and His blessings on our lives.

I know we ALL have differences of personalities, opinions, beliefs/faith, doctrine which is a good thing, because we challenge each other to search "deeper" to hold to the truth in which we live out our lives... none of us without fault somewhere, as "great are the mysteries of God". ~

I am ashamed for finding myself sarcastic, when I should have been kind... no matter what. I am ashamed for allowing myself to "take sides", when I should have tried to be a mediator with my brothers and sisters in Christ.~ It shouldn't be easy to fall into a "tit for tat" attitude, but I did, and for that I am also ashamed.

I was skimming through my bible this evening and it seemed that every place I paused to read, spoke of "lifting up one another in the love of Christ; loving one another with the Love of Christ; exhorting one another with the Word of Truth" and so on ... you know the ones to which I am referring. I was so convicted in my spirit for getting caught up in the "drama" of some of the "discussions" and realizing it was not at all of what Jesus would approve.

As I continued to read my Bible, I felt a "cleansing" if you will, and felt the Love of the Lord pouring over me and found myself repentant for having used my time foolishly "watching and engaging" in debates/arguments that seemed to be grid-locked. ~ Someone's post I had seen at some time today, flashed through my mind and it was asking "What Jesus would think of all of this"? I believe I was receiving MY answer to that question through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and the scriptures to which He led me.

Staying true to my "FIRST LOVE"... Jesus... I am heeding those "Holy nudges" and am going to leave CC. I want to apologize to any and ALL I offended with sarcasm or a retaliatory "dig". ~ I don't like the "old me" resurfacing to besmirch the Name of the One Who LOVED me all the way to the cross... Jesus Christ, my Lord, my God, Lover of my soul.

Thank you for your warm welcome(s) when I first arrived. ~~ Until we meet someday in heaven... I pray the Lord bless your lives with His deepening love and the "soul peace" only He can give. ~

Kristal "JoDel"
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I'll miss you and the laughs we shared.............................
you will always have a place here and in my heart,no matter your choice....
 
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I am going to dearly miss you, until we meet again my beloved sister!
 
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JoDel

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joefizz said:
I'll miss you and the laughs we shared.............................
you will always have a place here and in my heart,no matter your choice....
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You goof Ball! I will miss you too! God bless you...
 
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I just requested robo op to delete my account. I already miss you all... truly. Thank you for all of your kind words and responses. I expected nothing, but didn't want to just disappear without explanation.

Thanks for your friendships... God bless you all.:eek:
 
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