Posted by Shar on January 12, 2002, at 0:36:55
In reply to Re: Reading the bible has helped with my depression !! » Simcha, posted by Teva on January 7, 2002, at 20:52:36
> >I was introduced to God through a friend who never "pushed" anything on me, rather was there if I had any questions. I just became interested and wanted to learn more and that is how I conduct myself as well.
Teva,
I have a 2-3 friends like that, who know their Bible, are immersed in the faith, and are happy to converse without trying to convert. I believe they are a blessing in my life.They are open about their faith and very active in their respective churches, and when they talk about things it is more along the lines of "I'm doing this or that" or "I felt this way and prayed about it and some insight g-d gave me was..." Very matter-of-fact. They never expected to understand completely why things happen, or to get perfect guidance, but they did listen to the heavens (and I think many of us don't, whether it is couched in religion or not).
It seems to come down to a leap of faith; willingness to believe in the unprovable.
BTW, I encourage everybody to get on every prayer list they can; it couldn't hurt! Oh, and in Texas they are "heatherns" and must be set right.
Shar
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