What's up? - Frank's Question/Answer thread

[frankthomson]

Well my story is not like an ON/OFF switch. It/being Saved came upon me gradually as I found it necessary to implement those traits and inherent knowledge when dealing with certain demons in my marriage. God/Jesus came to me, as it were. But there's a whole lot of back story here. I feel as if I knew Jesus when I was, like 7 years old. And I never really *discovered* Him, per se. He was, seemingly, ALWAYS with me. I just moved away and ignored His calls for a few years.

Oh, and the rock and roll was, I guess, my only outlet for the *something* I was looking for.
You see, I was going to change the world with my music, because *I had something to say*,
when in reality I had nothing to say because I am nothing without Jesus.

[Buzzardhut]

Well my story is not like an ON/OFF switch. It/being Saved came upon me gradually as I found it necessary to implement those traits and inherent knowledge when dealing with certain demons in my marriage. God/Jesus came to me, as it were. But there's a whole lot of back story here. I feel as if I knew Jesus when I was, like 7 years old. And I never really *discovered* Him, per se. He was, seemingly, ALWAYS with me. I just moved away and ignored His calls for a few years.

Oh, and the rock and roll was, I guess, my only outlet for the *something* I was looking for.
You see, I was going to change the world with my music, because *I had something to say*,
when in reality I had nothing to say because I am nothing without Jesus.

Salvation is instantaneous, religion is gradual,

[frankthomson]

Well I don't know what else to say.
Maybe, by your definition of physical proof, I'm not saved?

But in my heart, I KNOW Jesus.

And just one more time; sorry if I offended anyone with my small brain, or 21st century communication methods.
I'm NOT a troll. I just LOVE Jesus and want to hang out with others who love Jesus.

I think I also want to join, or form, a Praise band.

[Barachem]

So, how poe are you?

[frankthomson]

So, how poe are you?

hi. sorry, i'm new here. what does that ^^^ mean?


and also wanted to say thanks to the mods/owners for such an informative/interesting site

[AmazingGrace]

So, how poe are you?

[Buzzardhut]

hi. sorry, i'm new here. what does that ^^^ mean?


and also wanted to say thanks to the mods/owners for such an informative/interesting site

Just making sure you are not a pretender

[Jacinth]

Frank

I hope we get to know more about you.

Do you know for certain that you have been born again?

[frankthomson]

lol, Buzzardhut...no, i'm not a pretender

and Jacinth, what exactly is the criteria for being 'born again'? (i'd like to know because i might like to confirm/question some who claim to be.)

FOR ME; if knowing God, and spending almost every waking hour thinking about God/Jesus/HolySpirit, isn't it, then i want to know more!

[iSong6:3]

Hey frank, welcome to RR!

This is a good discussion. About salvation...what about sin?

[frankthomson]

HI ISONG63...thx

sure, lets discuss sin.

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btw, God told me to stop smoking.

(ive been wrestling with smoking for the last few years, never being able to kick it. this happened as typed below. all the words in quotes were actually said out loud by me)

[walking and muttering to myself...]
"man, this smoking stinks! i just cant...murmur....stop this ..."
"DO NOT FINISH THE PACK, FRANK."
"What?!?!?!"
"DO NOT FINISH THE PACK, FRANK."

[....silence....]


and i did EXACTLY what God told me to do. I smoked 19 of the 20 PALL MALLS i had, folded up the pack on the 20th, and stopped smoking.

THANK YOU JESUS

[Wally]

Welcome Frank.


Sounds like you are blown away by Jesus. Yes!

Salvation is simple: Believe. And you certianly have stated that clearly, PTL .

As we are regularly assaulted by pretenders or POEs, some members are cautious with new arrivals to this forum.
Do not take offense, for Jesus instructs us to test all spirits. So please bear with us as we get to know you.


You have a great verse John 14:6 for a sig, which every Christian must cling to.


So now comes the hard part: Sanctification or as it is also put, Maturity.

And you have certianly come to the right place, full of others engaged in their walk with Christ.

And in order to know Christ the way we need to, we need to dig into His Word, for in the Word, Christ is revealed to us.

So are you reading your Bible daily? Have you read the Whole Bible or are you struggling through parts?

[Barachem]

Anyway, welcome Frank, it seemed to me like you were a pretender and although i still am not totally convinced yet, i would like to give you a heartily welcome to RR-BB.
I hope you have good and blessed stay here and learn lots about this place and learn more about God and His word, the bible.
God bless you and keep looking onto Jesus.

[iSong6:3]

HI ISONG63...thx

sure, lets discuss sin.

Okay, good, let's do it.

How do you see yourself as you stand before God?

[frankthomson]

Welcome Frank.


Sounds like you are blown away by Jesus. Yes!
Salvation is simple: Believe. And you certianly have stated that clearly, PTL .
As we are regularly assaulted by pretenders or POEs, some members are cautious with new arrivals to this forum.
Do not take offense, for Jesus instructs us to test all spirits. So please bear with us as we get to know you.
You have a great verse John 14:6 for a sig, which every Christian must cling to.
So now comes the hard part: Sanctification or as it is also put, Maturity.
And you have certianly come to the right place, full of others engaged in their walk with Christ.
And in order to know Christ the way we need to, we need to dig into His Word, for in the Word, Christ is revealed to us.
So are you reading your Bible daily? Have you read the Whole Bible or are you struggling through parts?

HI Wally. i like that name Wally.
and YES i am BLOWN AWAY BY JESUS.
And fire away with any questions you may have. Test-on, brother!
about the signature, i came upon it, thought it was the best, quoted it, then found out it was right up there with John3:16
i may not be the sharpest tool in the shed...but i'm one of the stoutest.
and while i, unfortunately, don't read my Bible daily, it sits to my right, 12" away. i think about this/it incessantly, though
i find it much quicker to search the Bible online. thats how i found you guys! i was *preaching* on a guitar forum and
searched to provide the correct Bible scripture and happened upon RR. I'm really glad i did.
No I have not read the entire Bible.....yet. But the more I read, the MORE amazed i am at the Greatness of God.
>>>> Its almost like we shouldn't even be allowed to type His Name.
Thanx again for the welcome Wally. Feel free to rein me in when need be.

boy you guys have a lot of smileys. lol.

Anyway, welcome Frank, it seemed to me like you were a pretender and although i still am not totally convinced yet, i would like to give you a heartily welcome to RR-BB.
I hope you have good and blessed stay here and learn lots about this place and learn more about God and His word, the bible.
God bless you and keep looking onto Jesus.

Thanks Barachem
I may not get it right all the time, but I'm here to learn. ....so


TYJ

[frankthomson]

Okay, good, let's do it.

How do you see yourself as you stand before God?

sorry no comprende, amigo. que *see yourself*?

I work for HIM. He is my Master. He loves me. I love Him.

[frankthomson]

and to anyone here i missed, thank you very much for the welcome.
i'm sure we'll all meet someday

TYJ

[iSong6:3]

sorry no comprende, amigo. que *see yourself*?

I work for HIM. He is my Master. He loves me. I love Him.

/Remember what Buzz told you about English? Also, according to *'Net Etiquette* when you type in CAPS it means you're SHOUTING at the reader. If you want to emphasize words, you can bold, italicize or underline./

How can you come to God?

[frankthomson]

/Remember what Buzz told you about English? Also, according to *'Net Etiquette* when you type in CAPS it means you're SHOUTING at the reader. If you want to emphasize words, you can bold, italicize or underline./

How can you come to God?

haha...ok, sorry about that.
i've been on the internet too long. haha.

i'm really sorry, but i honestly don't understand *How can you come to God*.

*come to God*.....???.....<<<what does that mean?

I'm probably not seeing the forest for the trees.

[Wally]

It is appropriate to capitalize; Bible, Jesus, and pronouns referring to Him.