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Derek

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I just wanted to share something that has been on my heart for awhile...
I was born again just under a year ago and I have come a long way from the person I used to be. I believe it has alot to do with the guidance I received. A new christian needs alot of guidance when first saved, in my experience, I was like a baby in a whole new world. The thing is, I was saved at age 26 and haven't ever known much about God. I simply got a hold of some word, gave prayer a shot and felt the Holy Spirit move. For a person who was saved at a young age, or grew up in a christian home, it seems that it may be a somewhat easy journey to embark upon, but I come from a colorful background.:D I was able to find a church I felt comfortable in through a friend but it only took two weeks until the Lord sent me away on my first adventure. I ended up traveling to another part of the country for work and there I worked 12 hours a day, 7 days a week. So finding another church wasn't happening. Even after that job was done I continued to travel, never really settleing down somewhere long enough to become a part of a body. So there I was, a brand new child of this amazing God and having a lack of spiritual guidance. I had my bible but I could barely comprehend some of it. I had LOTS and LOTS of questions! So this is what I wanted to share, for the new believer that may be in a similar situation, I have some tips in case you find yourself with a lack of guidance. There are a few teachers out there that offer some amazing messages.
1) Pastor Duane Sheriff, Victory Life Church, Durrant OK
I came acroos this guys tape by the grace of God and loved it. He's got a real down to earth humor and backs everything up with biblical references. YOU WONT BE BORED! I promise. He's got hundreds of different teachings that you can download or they will send you them for free. http://www.dsheriff.org/
2) Chuck Smith, founder of Calvary Chapel
Chuck Smith has a more intellectual feel to his teachings and he goes through the bible chapter by chapter. If you don't understand something in your bible, he's got a message on it. http://www.twft.com/?page=c2000
3) And last but not least, I found such power from getting some worship music on my I Pod and singing along on my way to work. Worship through music is an excellent way to grow in the Lord and it is not to be overlooked. Give it a shot and see what it does to your day.
Well, I hope you were blessed.----Derek
 

grace

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Another good post....thanks for shareing. I am going to do a look up on Duane Sheriff now. :)....can never have too many good messages to listen too.
 
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oneholyfire

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I am celebrating an anniversary ! Last year, at age 45, I suffered a medical crisis in my life. My growing list of symptoms stemmed from an overuse of antibiotics nearly 30 years ago !! Medical doctors could not figure out what was wrong with me, so I turned to a former M.D. who now practices homeopathic medicine. That decision changed my life. One year later, I am stronger, healthier, and lighter. In 5 months I lost over 30 lbs. and went from a size 12 to a size 4. My journey to wellness has sparked a dramatic change in my life. I have spend endless hours researching all-natural approaches to sickness and disease. I have amassed a library of over 25 books on the subject.

What have I discovered? Throughout history, the medical community has made amazing medical breakthroughs !! But sadly, we have become far too dependant on manufactured medicine and have overlooked the vast array of resources God has placed at our fingertips. Do you or someone you know suffer from chronic illness? Nearly every sickness or disease has an all natural remedy to ease or illeviate the symptoms. For example, learn how you can treat : Asthma, Cancer, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Gout, HIV, MS, Thyroid Disease, Heart Disease.

I challenge you to explore. The internet is an amazing tool. And God's supply is endless !! And of course, consult your physician before making any drastic changes.(But don't be surprised if they question your findings). Pray about it !! And know, that if I can do it, You can too ! May you be well on your way to a happier, healthier YOU !! Blessings !!
 
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Abing

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Great testimony Derek. hehe :D i am a baby myself, and if i look at myself in the mirror, i always ask myself. why did i waste 16 years?!?! i could have done more for God. I could have tried my hardest to make Him smile.... but God has a purpose, coz if i didnt have that 16 years of wandering, i wouldnt have a testimony.. lol,
and i had LOTS and LOTS of questions too LOL. I needed to know more about our amazing God!