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phil-uk

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Hi I'm Phil 32 and I'm from Somerset, England. I found this site the other day using google of course. I am a new christian, even though I was raised as a christian. My dad is actually an ordained priest. I cant really say I lost my faith as I never really had it to begin with, and to be perfectly honest looking back I actually found the whole thing embarrassing. Anyway the last few years I have been on a spiritual path where I feel the need to know the truth wherever that truth took me whether that meant God exists or didn't as long as I had the truth it didn't matter. After dabbling with new age rubbish for a while for the first time ever I have actually picked up a Bible and started to read it, so far Ive read the Gospels, the books of John, and Genesis. I can't believe I have never bothered to read them before I feel like I have changed as a person already. Gods word is good! I know it sounds crazy that my dad is a priest and here is his son who has never even read 1 page of the Bible. I think the point is if you try to false your children from a young age to believe in something it can actually be counter productive. I'm not saying this is always the case, I suppose it depends on the method the parents use. Anyway I'm rambling, its good to be here and may God bless you all!!
 
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hattiebod

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phil-uk said:
Hi I'm Phil 32 and I'm from Somerset, England. I found this site the other day using google of course. I am a new christian, even though I was raised as a christian. My dad is actually an ordained priest. I cant really say I lost my faith as I never really had it to begin with, and to be perfectly honest looking back I actually found the whole thing embarrassing. Anyway the last few years I have been on a spiritual path where I feel the need to know the truth wherever that truth took me whether that meant God exists or didn't as long as I had the truth it didn't matter. After dabbling with new age rubbish for a while for the first time ever I have actually picked up a Bible and started to read it, so far Ive read the Gospels, the books of John, and Genesis. I can't believe I have never bothered to read them before I feel like I have changed as a person already. Gods word is good! I know it sounds crazy that my dad is a priest and here is his son who has never even read 1 page of the Bible. I think the point is if you try to false your children from a young age to believe in something it can actually be counter productive. I'm not saying this is always the case, I suppose it depends on the method the parents use. Anyway I'm rambling, its good to be here and may God bless you all!!
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Thats such good news!! I can really understand what you have been going through on your walk, a bit similar to mine. My father was not a priest though but i think in the UK our stories are quite 'normal'. Brought up till early teens and then go our own way...we tend to be 'hereditary Christians' in the UK, many thinking they are Christians coz there parents say they are. Its changing now though as many do not see being a Christian is relevant at all. Anyway, glad you have found CC, it will certainly get you looking in your Bible! Just pray for discernment though...mostly all you will be is challenged to think things through for yourself in a deeper way which is great but sometimes people, although genuine, can be genuinely wrong (but thats all up to the individual and how they interpret some theology!!) Jump into the posts and enjoy! <><
 
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hello and welcome. keep reading the Word!!! God bless.
 
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nonicknametouse

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Hi phil-uk, I am so happy that you have a heart to know the truth. John 8:31-32 and John 14:6. If you can get a study bible it will help you find scriptures easily. Jesus is the truth. Because your a new Christian there is an important scripture that you may want to memorize which is the armour of God in Ephesians 6:10 thru 17. This will protect you from any attacks from the enemy. I will pray for you that the Lord will keep you strong and in His word. Once you receive the Lord there are 4 things that you need to do. Find a home church, fellowship with other Christians, read God's word daily, and pray daily. These 4 steps will help you to build a strong relationship with Jesus. God bless you and welcome to cc.
 
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nonicknametouse

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Hi again, want to add one more thing. It is important for you to find a mentor and a prayer partner. This should be a mature brother in the Lord who can teach you and keep you grounded in God's word. Ask the Lord to appoint who He wants in your life to do this. The Holy Spirit will guide you and let you know who is the right person.
 
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phil-uk

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Thankyou for your advice its very much appreciated. I just read the Armour of God from Ephesians and glad you pointed me to it. It means alot to me. Thanks and God Bless
 
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AppleEyeHis

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Hi there.
Very nice to meet you.
 
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