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    Hello to everyone.

    Hi Tony. I'm from the other side of the Great South Land.... down in southern WA. And I ride :cool: Great to have you onboard.
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    Why

    Yes, predestination is there, as a corporate 'spiritual' blessing through Abraham: "The Lord said, “Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do, seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth shall be blessed in him?" (Gen 18:18)...
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    TONGUES is a precious gift from God

    "For consider your calling, brothers: not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; God chose what is low and...
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    Why

    He called. I followed.
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    Why

    I was raised in a Christian home. Went my own way as a teenager. Later, married , and then faced a couple of major challenges... Looked into some other religions: No answers. Purchased a Bible and started reading. One day, the Lord 'spoke' to me through His word. I could hear His...
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    Greetings from Downunder

    Thanks for the welcome. :)
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    Greetings from Downunder

    I'm an old returning member (can't believe its been 6 years :oops:), just doing a quick drive by to see if anything interesting is going on. I'm interested in some friendly discussions on any numbers of Christian subjects. The main issue I typically find online, is the timezone difference...
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    Parting Comments...

    Just three weeks ago, I found this site while searching for Christian websites that offered friendly discussion and mutual encouragement.... with the intent (hope) of finding fellowship or even friendship? While I have enjoyed some of the interactions, and I sincerely thank those who have...
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    A Light Like You

    Fire Bright, bright as the Son. Go through the door, you are the one. Hold fast, My hand, will guide you through. Trust in me, I do love you. Stretch out your hand, take hold of Mine, Don't count the hours, I'll give you time. Open your heart, pour out your love. A special portion...
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    The Traveler

    Along the road he came, A winding road, wind and rain. A Traveler, . . . no name. Valleys low, mountains steep, On he trudged, he did not sleep. A rocky path, a narrow way, Where he would go? He could not say. Days of blazing sun. Nights, . . . icy cold. A voice he heard inside: 'Be...
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    Taming the Tongue (James 3:1-5)

    1Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. 2 For we all stumble in many ways, and if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle his whole body. 3 If we put bits into the...
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    what if your spouse died tomorrow?

    As it happens, our 29th anniversary is the day after tomorrow.... January 14th. Any regrets? Not at all. We've had a few uncomfortable 'moments', as every couple does. We both suffer from the same ailment: Humanity! I loved her the first time I noticed her, 32 years ago, and love her now...
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    Settling Accounts

    Do I have a debt to pay You: Is there something that I owe? How can I make amends now: Is there somewhere I must go? What should I use for payment: Is there something that You need? With a humble heart I'm asking, Is there something I can't see? No, My son there really isn't. There is...
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    The King is Coming.

    His horsemen are approaching. His chariots, prepared for battle. The horses snort and stamp their hoofs, In eager anticipation. His glory goes before Him. His majesty is seen by all. The very clouds are stirred, By the power of His coming. The hosts of heaven are with Him. They line the way...
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    The Oasis

    A pool of Living water, has been set aside for you. Stoop down and drink. Remember the things I have done for you: Don't take them all for granted. Life's road will sometimes lead you through a desert waste land. The springs you found have often been bitter. But I am the Oasis you...