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Hi everybody!
I'm new to the forum and this is my first post. I hope I am posting this in the right place. I am fairly new to computers and the internet, about 1 1/2 years and almost all I have done on my computer so far is read bibletruths.com. No kidding, I can't get enough! Its taken over a year to read through all the articles and I'm ready to start all over again, but I get curious about the forum so I get up enough nerve to venture in here and then there is even more. You talk about spiritual over load, its overwhelming sometimes, but I am elated, soaring in the spirit.
Anyway, this is my first and only forum I've joined and I've been trying to get a feel for it, maneuvering through it for awhile and so I'm ready to introduce myself. Sorry it has taken me so long to say hi. I also needed to be sure I was in the right place. I'm sure now!
You have no idea how long I've been looking for you all and how I've longed to fellowship with Gods people. To think that I would find you in computerland, cause I sure hadn't been able to find you out there anywhere if you know what I mean.
I've been alone in the wilderness, so to speak, being taught of Gods Spirit these past 5 years. Don't get me wrong its been great and has lead me to the True Gospel of the Kingdom and to you all. Let me explain though. If you go to the testimony board I will be posting a short version of my testimony and how I was lead here and to bibletruths.com. In this way I am hoping you will get to know me a little bit better as I have come to know you a little bit by reading some of your testimony's and posts over the last month or so. I am so looking forward to fellowship with all of you and getting to know you better in the future here on the forum.
In the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, Crystal
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EKnight
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« Reply #1 on: June 14, 2009, 09:50:16 PM » |
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Hi Crystal,
So glad you found your way in. I have heard many members say that they read and lurked for over a year before ever posting. I read for a month and jumped right in but I probably should have read more first because I took what little knowledge I had obtained and just started asking question that had been asked and answered many times. I am sure you will have a lot less questions having gone about it the way you did.
Anyway, welcome and I look forward to your input here. Don't be a stranger.
Eileen
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« Reply #2 on: June 14, 2009, 10:22:52 PM » |
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Welcome Crystal,
You certainly sound excited about joining; this is a great place to be and grow.
Once more, it is great you've decided to be part of this group. I cannot wait to read a little about your "history". I haven't posted mine yet, although I've been a guest for 3 years before I ever joined the forum. Maybe some day in the near future I will write a more detailed version of how I got here.
God bless you,
Angie
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« Reply #3 on: June 14, 2009, 10:32:35 PM » |
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So, glad to have you here Crystal. I get so excited every time I see a new member join. It is so amazing to see the way God is bringing so many in .
The people on here are the best I have ever met. Looking, forward to reading your story.
In His Love,
Marlene
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« Reply #4 on: June 14, 2009, 11:10:44 PM » |
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Hi Crystal. I really enjoyed and identified with your introduction. I'm glad you've decided that this is 'the right place'. I had the same apprehensions at first as well, and came to the same conclusion. Looking forward to continued fellowship with you.
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Heb 10:32 But you must continue to remember those earlier days, how after you were enlightened you endured a hard and painful struggle.
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« Reply #5 on: June 14, 2009, 11:57:00 PM » |
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Hi Crystal, I'm glad you have joined us  When we are dragged to the truth (John 6:44) it seems that the rest of the world takes a backseat for awhile. Then the next thing we know the world is not the same to us, we are no longer "of the world" (John 15:19; 17:14, 16), we don't seem to fit in anymore. But we can have peace John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. 1 John 4:4 Little children, you are of God, and have overcome them; for he who is in you is greater than he who is in the world. We are here to share and help one another in this walk, I hope the fellowship here will help you as much as it has helped me. Here are links to the different boards to help you familiarize yourself with these different places we have here. Check out the forum rules, it will help you understand how this forum is moderated. http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/topic,3.0.htmlhttp://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/topic,4558.0.htmlhttp://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/topic,3614.0.htmlGeneral discussion board, this is to ask questions and discuss what is presented at the Bible-truths.com site. Forum Indexes & Info. http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/board,14.0.htmlRay's Videos http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/topic,8227.0.htmlRay's Audios http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/topic,2641.0.htmlRay's 2008 Audios http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/topic,8256.0.htmlTranscripts of Audios http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/board,12.0.htmlOff Topic board, this is to discuss things that do not directly relate to BT, you will find a good bit of humor here. http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/board,4.0.htmlchild boards Inspirationals, Writings, Poems, Etc. http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/board,15.0.htmlTestimonies / Prayer Requests / Fellowship board, this is mostly for personal posts. http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/board,5.0.htmlWho Am I? (members pics and other stuff) http://forums.bible-truths.com/index.php/board,16.0.htmlI am looking forward to hearing from you soon mercy, peace and love Kat |
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Jam 4:14 " whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. What is your life? For ye are a vapor, that appeareth for a little time, and then vanisheth away."
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« Reply #6 on: June 15, 2009, 12:01:51 AM » |
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Wow, God's people are so diverse and interesting! I was another one who read and joined at the same time! I was involved in another chat room for about 5 years a while back and loved it and the friendships I made. I still am close to some of those whom I have never met in person. Now I have like-minded friends here that I hope to meet someday. Can't wait to read your testimony and get to know you better. Having read so much and been in the desert with the Lord and this knowledge for so long, you will be a wonderful addition to our family!
He always knows what is best for each of us and His timing is perfect!
Blessings, Lin
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"Christianity began as a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. When it went to Athens, it became a philosophy. When it went to Rome, it became an organization. When it went to Europe, it became a culture. When it came to America, it became a business."
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« Reply #7 on: June 15, 2009, 12:02:39 AM » |
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Hello Crystal, welcome to the forum. Marques |
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« Reply #8 on: June 15, 2009, 12:27:06 AM » |
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Hi Crystal, Welcome to the forum, looking forward to your comments when you are ready. george.  |
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Galatian: 3 28-There is no Jew or Greek, servant or free, male or female: because you are all one in Jesus Christ. 29-And if you are Christ's, then you are Abraham's seed, and yours is the heritage by the right of God's undertaking given to Abraham.
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« Reply #9 on: June 15, 2009, 12:40:19 AM » |
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Thank you all for your welcome. I know this is a safe place to be! Can't wait to know you all better. I have missed fellowship with the flock. Crystal
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« Reply #10 on: June 15, 2009, 02:50:27 AM » |
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welcome home crystal. no need to look into any other forum, this is the only one worth joining. worth its' weight in gold. i enjoyed reading your post. your enthusiasm is inspiring. i look forward to reading your intro testimony. again, welcome to our family. we have been waiting for you.
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« Reply #11 on: June 15, 2009, 06:44:57 AM » |
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Hey Crystal,
Welcome to the forum. So glad you were led to join in. As Claudia said, "We have been waiting for you".
Looking forward to hearing more from you.
Suzie
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« Reply #12 on: June 15, 2009, 06:51:08 AM » |
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May GOD bless you and keep you
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« Reply #13 on: June 15, 2009, 10:07:07 AM » |
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Hello Crystal. Welcome. May God bless you in all things of the Truth and Spirit.
Peace...Mark
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2Pe 3:16 as also in all the epistles, speaking in them concerning these things, in which are some things hard to apprehend, which the unlearned and unstable are twisting, as the rest of the scriptures also, to their own destruction."
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« Reply #14 on: June 15, 2009, 05:53:38 PM » |
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Hi Crystal, and welcome. No need to be sorry, your timing was/is perfect.  G.Driggs |
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« Reply #15 on: June 15, 2009, 11:49:29 PM » |
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Crystal
welcome to forum, i personaly wear my scuba gear when i jump in, the water is very deep and fast moving
kenny
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« Reply #16 on: June 16, 2009, 04:39:06 AM » |
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Hi Crystal...a welcome from me also.You will find it an interesting and wonderful journey......peace.....Ellie......
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crystal
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« Reply #17 on: June 16, 2009, 02:41:09 PM » |
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Thanks again everybody for all the warm welcomes. You guys/gals are great! Thanks Kenny for the good tip. I know what you mean. Deep and refreshing! Its all good. I don't own any scuba gear though, maybe I should keep my head above water until I get some.
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« Reply #18 on: June 16, 2009, 08:37:12 PM » |
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maybe I should keep my head above water
hi crystal, as i read the above phrase from your post, i thought, the only way to keep our heads above the water is to stand on the Rock that is Jesus Christ. His strength and His stature will help us keep our heads up so we don't drown in the fast moving waters of the world. claudia |
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« Reply #19 on: June 17, 2009, 01:33:33 PM » |
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Hi Claudia All I have to say is a Big Amen to that my sister! Crystal |
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