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Comments for article: Dating That Hurts
Akintobi Kayode, Aug 31, 2010.
I salute the writer's courage.This is one of the matters the Seventh-day Adventist leaders have been running away from and our youths have been learning from outsiders who have been taking advantage of them.
Comments for article: Compañerismo Matrimonial
loyda gonzales, Aug 23, 2010.
I got excellent Bible advice over marriage issues.
Comments for article: Organized Church
Bernette Callender, Aug 21, 2010.
The comments were true and timely because more and more you see members and leaders in the church acting worldly and sinful. I feel the time has come for the church leaders at every level should address such issues in sessions such as documentaries, workshops, surveys and other means to alert us all lest Christ comes and find the majority of the church in a state of decline morally and spiritually.
Comments for article: Modesty and the Bible
Curtis Williams, Aug 20, 2010.
What you said in this article is true and I hope you can meet a lot of lost young and old people out there to lead them in the right direction.
Comments for article: Closet Christian?
Rita R., Aug 14, 2010.
My 18-year-old son had a similar experience with trading his classic 68 VW Bus for a Honda Civic. The guy also said he was a Christian. I took the car for a spin to make sure it ran okay and it seemed okay (I am not a mechanic, just an experienced driver). My son said he had a mechanic look at it (which I later found out was a friend's father who only looked under the hood). After the deal was done. My son could not get the car smogged. After putting more than $1000 into it, he finally passed smog, just to be pulled over by our local police and sent to court for pollution (even though he had a very recent smog certificate). The judge socked it to him and he had to pay another $1000+ in fines. He meanwhile had tried to talk to the original owner who just brushed him off - meanwhile my son would see him driving his VW Bus around with no problem. That was a hard and expensive lesson for my son to learn. (Especially since he was unemployed and I am disabled and did not have that kind of money to waste.) I have usually found in my experience that if a person makes it a point to tell you they are a Christian right up front, they are probably trying to hide something and make you think they are on the up and up. So buyers beware. There are lions in sheep's clothing!
Comments for article: Kenny's Story
Paulien, Aug 6, 2010
Well, I read the story and I felt strange. You know, sometimes I feel the same as Kenny felt that time, although I haven´t lost my parents...but in life many things happen that make you feel that way and that is when Satan takes advantage...the truth is that the only one who can help in these times of need is Christ... so I urge every youth to trust God always. Although life is hard He is the one who can lead us to a better life which is Heaven. He has a time for everything, just trust Him, and everything will be right.
Comments for article: Worth the Pain
Darlene, Aug 1, 2010.
Beautiful. We as moms (and dads too - in a different way) get a small taste of that strong desire God has for us - stronger than any pain, any sacrifice.
Comments for article: What's the Rush?
Cristal, Jul 27, 2010.
I prove that to be so true. I know its the reason why I've never been able to gain weight.
Comments for article: Faith Like a Child
Lacie Pleasants, Jul 24, 2010.
That was great. May I have that faith in my Jesus.
Comments for article: Imitators of God
gry, Jul 23, 2010.
My little baby boy was just one years old when he started doing what his father did. His father would put away the groceries and he would also. When father would vacuum the floor he would. The way his father sat he would sit. We're so pleased to see that. I know God had something to do with that.
Comments for article: You Choose
tabitha, Jul 18, 2010.
This is what I needed to read now, thank God for the messege...most of the time I take for granted for all the blessings He has given and shown me. I'm blessed and before long I am busy asking for me even not appreciating all that the Almighty has done for me!!! Lord I am gratetful for the many blessings, many that I know of and many that I don't even know of!!!!
Comments for article: To Use, Not to Have
Godie, Jul 2, 2010.
What an inspiring article. From my childhood I learned a lot from my mother, she was very kind and always gave out something for the needs, even if what she had was small. What I realized was we never got hungry. And that reminds me of the story of a woman who had a cup of flour and a little oil which she gave to the prophet when he had nothing to eat. The woman wanted to make the last meal for the day for she and her son, but she preferred to share...God blessed them with plenty for their kindness. Blessed is the hand that giveth.
Comments for article: To Use, Not to Have
Linda Brawner, Jun 30, 2010.
I've lived that way for thirty years--freely sharing what I have. I have never gone without what I needed and He lavishes me with a good deal of my wants. The more I give, the more I have. You just have to remember that He gave it to you in the first place and use the word "mine" gently.
Comments for article: The Spice of Life
lori, Jun 26, 2010.
What a great article about Spice, we are so blessed each day we are able to see God's grace in our lives.We should extend his blessings with others.
Comments for article: Se Fue
Georgina, Jun 16, 2010
I liked what I read, but in moments of great despair, I feel my son has surrendered to alcohol, he has yet to hit bottom.
Comments for article: I See You!
Solomon, Jun 15, 2010.
Attention has indeed been shifted to God seeing us. I think you are right to redirect our focus to the most important of all doctrines, teachings and beliefs; seeing God. The Bible is filled with people who saw God and never remained the same. We will be changed when we see Him. It's rightly put in this favourite hymn "Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful face, and the things of earth will grow strangely dim, in the light of His glory and grace."
Comments for article: Clogged Pipes
David Lekoba, Jun 4, 2010.
You have no idea how right you are. How we are often so big headed and think we know all. I think this simply shows us that God works in his own ways. Confiding in others is one of the ways we can use to hear God talk to us. When your life is CLOGGED, try talking to a friend...that is what true friendship is made of. That's the staff you will find at Tlokweng Seventh-day Adventist church...God loves you.
Comments for article: The Perfect Storm
Solomon, Jun 2, 2010.
God richly bless you for the wonderful things you are doing for Him. Thank you.
Comments for article: Love Life
jagana, Jun 1, 2010.
Hi. I liked your testimony. I want God to write my love story as well. Whatever you testified is really true. I, myself also tried to handle my love story and made a lot of mistakes which made me cry, weak, and so on. From now on I really want God to handle my life as well as my love life. Thank you for the testimony. I would love to read that book you have received on your bday.
Comments for article: An Olympic Lesson
Rob Miller, Jun 1, 2010.
I liked your site.
Comments for article: Celebrating Sabbath
Karen Johnson, May 30, 2010.
I am not a Seventh Day Adventist; still I totally believe that Saturday is the 7th day/Sabbath. The first time I heard this about 20+ years ago, I knew it made sense. The New testament doesn't change the Sabbath either. Even though the Roman Catholic church changed it to Sunday, I don't understand why other Christian churches see the Sabbath as changing to Sunday. The early followers of Jesus did eventually meet on Sunday, only to honor the resurrection, It was an extra meeting, they still kept the Sabbath on the 7th day. Why is it so obvious to me and not other Christians? I also eat Kosher, eat mostly vegetarian, except for fish, and milk products. I taught my children the Biblical Jewish holidays,and commandments. Jesus kept them, why shouldn't we? I have done all this just because it felt right. I studied Judaism, to understand the roots of Christianity, and it just made me wonder,"if we want to live like the Savior did, why don't we?" I mean animal sacrifice is the only thing that should be canceled, because of the Saviors atonement. Your church is the only one I know of that keeps the Sabbath on Saturday other than the Jews. You are also aware of how the Roman church altered so much. Why are most Christian denominations so clueless? I do have a question, Why do Seventh-day Adventists still have Christmas in December? Do you have Easter at Passover? I do, even though no one else I know does. Sorry for the long winded comment. Thank you for sharing your Sabbath with others. Respectfully, Karen
Comments for article: Angels All Around
Steven C. Brown, May 23, 2010.
I have much to say about the direct involvement of angels in my life, and of the many times that I have been revived to grow to become a teacher of the Word of God. May God Bless you in all that He asks you to do.
Comments for article: She's Gone
Emily, May 23, 2010.
Thanks for this article. I work in student affairs for a public university in the state of Georgia. We recently lost two students in a tragic, alcohol related auto accident. One died because they had been drinking and refused to wear a seat belt. The other incarcerated on a vehicular homicide, driving under the influence and other related charges. Two other passengers were treated for minor injuries. My prayer is that many will read your article and forward it to some young person who may be in the throes of a decision to abstain from alcohol and drug use.
Comments for article: Midnight Visitor
Lester, May 23, 2010.
I think that it would have been nice to at least have given some Scripture reference as where to look up on this subject.
Comments for article: Midnight Visitor
Nathaniel, May 23, 2010.
I think the article entitled Midnight Visitor was good, but it ended with a suggestion that didn't point to anything. People who are unfamiliar with the subject may not know where to look in the Bible to find out more on the subject, so including some more verses to study on their own would have been better than just telling them to go read the Bible and find out.
Comments for article: Too Much
Daaiyah Islam, May 22, 2010.
That is simply beautiful! I feel the same way. I easily get bored, but I noticed I could be consumed in the Word for hours and want more. It's awesome that you have friends who share that same love of Jesus as you do! Keep it up!
Comments for article: Surfing with God 24/7
CZA, May 22, 2010.
Thank you for this timely message! Yes, He will be everything for me.
Comments for article: White As Snow
Sony Roy, May 22, 2010.
I like your article full of candor and practical realities. I call this the ABC of salvation. Simple acceptance of our condition and confession of a humble heart. Keep up the good work, someone along the way is drifting and your message may be the last one they hear. Go for it.
Comments for article: Log in Your Eye
Shane, May 20, 2010.
Beautiful! Simply beautiful! How true it is that we know ourselves better than anyone else (other the God). We know our hidden skeletons intimately which then makes sense of the concept that we (ourselves) are the greatest sinner that we 'know'.
Comments for article: She's Gone
Glenn Hugelheim, May 15, 2010.
But for the grace of God, and for my wife accepting it, that would have been my wife! It's been almost eight years and a life time ago that she acccepted God's gift of taking Jesus' yoke instead of the world's. Since then we have adopted a little angel from Heaven. Our life is today is the direct result of the POWER of Jesus and His cleansing BLOOD. Please pass this on if it can be used to help anyone out there that thinks there is no hope!
Comments for article: Vapor Trails
chrystal, May 8, 2010.
All those trails in the pic wernt from the shuttle. They were chemtrails. The shuttle dosnt make patterns in the sky. I was just checking your website. Looking for a Seventh-day Adventist church for my mom to attend.
Comments for article: Vapor Trails
Ryan Williams, May 7, 2010.
this is very powerful
Comments for article: Lay Them Down
Vickie, May 4, 2010.
I have learned that I accomplish very little without God. As soon as I take my eyes off of him, try to take control, things fall apart. I realize I am not the person I want to be, I don't accomplish the things I want, meaning I don't have the right attitude or approach. I feel so much better when I turn things over to him, because it's his work, his accomplishments, his desires we perform each day all to his glory!
Comments for article: Tithe - a Big Deal?
Floys Edwards, May 1, 2010.
I believe tithing is important because it strengthens your trust in God.
Comments for article: Tithe - a Big Deal?
Kelesego Lethopa, Apr 30, 2010.
Thanks for this article because tithe is an act of faithfullness, it shows us that we acknowledge God as our master. What we have to do as youth is to pray for this faithfulness.
Comments for article: Aún no Llegamos al Hogar
Mirna Larenas, Apr 25, 2010.
Nice message, thanks for publishing it. It encourages our souls when we read. Thank God our Father. May God continue to bless you.
Comments for article: Frogs and Gifts!
Luke campbell, Apr 24, 2010.
I really think you're right - many people around the world would be inspired. You don't have to be many in numbers, it can even be only yourself! Just let God take control and he will make you an inspiring success! Just look at the Heritage Singers and where they are now. Do you think that they could have been where they are without God? No.
Comments for article: Step by Step
Eunice Kamia Nganda, Apr 22, 2010.
It's to have friends. Congrats for giving support to your friend. Do not give up. Keep on giving him advice which will make him change his habits and God will bless and give you wisdom to help him solve his problem. May God bless you for your concern to others.
Comments for article: Jesus Corner
Seth, Apr 20, 2010.
This morning I had a dream: I was running powerlessly with some competitors and hearing a song. And I remember part of it now. "...It's Jesus Corner (Jesus' Corner).." I thought maybe it exists somewhere and searched it in Google, then I found your note. It's good. :)
Comments for article: Step by Step
Karen Whitson, Apr 19, 2010.
Thanks for this reminder to walk in God's ways, not our ways. God's ways are always better. Just need to remember this when I "feel like" eating junk food or skipping my walk/jog or bike ride for the day.
Comments for article: Tithe - a Big Deal?
wilson, Apr 17, 2010.
when you give your tithe give your heart to Jesus first and tithe won't be an issue
Comments for article: A Thousand Acts
Angir, Apr 17, 2010.
Thank you for your perspective, I enjoyed reading this positive outlook on ways to be a help.
Comments for article: To Change the World
Gylian, Apr 17, 2010.
This is the time. The time we have is the best time ever to work for the Lord. When we are healthy and young.
Comments for article: Hope Deferred
Czarina, Apr 6, 2010.
Thank you for this very inspiring article. God is speaking to me with this message. Very timely.
Comments for article: Loss of a Dream
Emily Graham, Mar 30, 2010.
Wow. Thanks for posting.
Comments for article: Keep On Keeping On
Dana, Mar 23, 2010.
This was really helpful today. Thanks for sharing.
Comments for article: Going to Jail
cherry, Mar 19, 2010
I loved the article I read recently about your churches prison ministry. I am wonderring what types of supplies you can use? My parents have a lot of old Seventh-day Adventist books. I can collect Adventist magazines each week.
Comments for article: Bitterness Problem
carmen, Mar 19, 2010.
Nice to read that ; gives you a different insight. If you want it take it; if not then leave what you do not need, because that is how we grow as a person.
Comments for article: Keep On Keeping On
Ardis, Mar 19, 2010.
I really believe this. And I know Christ has been very patient with me.
Comments for article: Life Is Too Short
Alison, Mar 17, 2010.
This is beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
Comments for article: Hope for Haiti
Gervaisson Pluviose, Mar 10, 2010.
Hi everyone. Somebody was asking for the French version of the last part of this great article. I'm starting where it says Be specific.... Here is it: Nous pouvons prier. Pas seulement "S'il vous plaît bénis Haïti», mais spécifique, prières ferventes pour des choses que nous savons être dans la volonté de Dieu. Même si l'on ne connaissait pas personnellement les gens, il est toujours opportun de demander à Dieu sagesse spirituelle et de la compréhension pour eux. Nous pouvons demander que leur soit octroyé le genre de paix qui ne peut être représenté par la connaissance du Christ. Nous pouvons demander qu'il leur soit donné la force et la patience d'endurer leurs souffrances (Colossiens 1:9-11). Nous pouvons prier pour que les croyants ne se détournent pas de Dieu dans leur douleur, mais ils seront encore plus proche de Dieu. Nous pouvons poser pour le genre de foi qui est renforcée en crise. Nous pouvons demander à Dieu de leur rappeler des maisons qui les attend dans les cieux et la joie d'être unis pour toujours avec leurs proches. Et nous pouvons prier que, par cette catastrophe, les non-croyants puissent être éveillés à leur besoin de Dieu et conduit à accepter le don du salut. Je ne peux pas donner de l'argent ou d'aide pour des collectes de fonds pour Haïti, tous les jours. Mais je peux prier pour que les puissants anges de Dieu marchent au milieu de la population locale. Je peux demander à Dieu que l'espoir vienne de la cendre et la vie éternelle pour beaucoup ce sera le résultat final de cette tragédie. Thank you for helping my country. God Bless you.I'm pretty sure that He won't forget what you have done for us.
Comments for article: Hope for Haiti
Donna Helmich, Mar 6, 2010.
Could you find someone to translate the last section of your article into good French, and then e-mail it to me? I am going to Haiti, God willing, with a LLU medical team, and would like to be able to make little momentos with the picture of Christ on them and what you have written about the hope they can have, but in French. Maybe I can give them something to hold on to and pray about, even though I cannot speak their language. I leave April 2, for just a week. Thank-you, Donna Helmich, DDS
Comments for article: Hope for Haiti
Melbourne Williams, Mar 5, 2010.
Today I got briefed that my tenure of employment was soon to end because my degree no longer met the requirements for retention. As I mulled over my financial obligations and a myriad other concerns,a range of emotions began to flood my mind, until I stumbled on your article that jolted me back into the reality of my limited focus, my many blessings and my awesome responsibility. I have prayed, we have solicited contributions at Church as well as at school but... Our entire population is estimated to be at about 60-80,000! At a loss for words. Keep shining. It works.
Comments for article: Hope for Haiti
Katie, Mar 3, 2010.
Beautifully written and so true. We all can pray for Haiti and now Chili as well. Thank you.
Comments for article: Bitter or Thankful?
Grace, Feb 27, 2010.
I was very touched to see how much people suffer. It may not be you, but your neighbor. Knowing that we are all human and are living in this wretched world, we are not exempt, only God's mercy leads us through. The Bible is clear, in this world we'll have no peace but trials and temptations and truly that is what is happening around us. But among all these, we should not forget our Creator, who had a purpose for each and everyone and in every thing, says give thanks for all things, they happen together for good to those who believe in the Son, Jesus Christ. That lets us know that there is hope even beyond the grave. One day we will rest from all these with our Saviour Jesus Christ in His eternal home.
Comments for article: Kenny's Story
King Moshesh, Feb 22, 2010.
It is such a sad thing that we young people look at things for the short term period. A family is a circle that one does not choose, and you belong to it. Friends you choose, place you choose, death you choose sometimes. The story of Kenny is really touching me is a special way. The reason being that, I sometimes feel so useless especially coming to the relationship with my father especially after my mum passed away. He is suffering from diabetes and is loosing sight almost completely. When I can't give him what he requires or asks, I feel like a failure and that distance between my thoughts on this just hit's me very hard. I try to be stronger but sometimes I fail. But thanks to God who saved the life of Kenny, I believe that, He can save the life of my father. This father whom one day, I would like him to see my children who are his grandkids. Sometimes it kills me when I think what's going on through his mind. Loosing wife, sick without someone who really cares as his wife, depending on someone to do things for him after many years of hard work. It is where I just can't break through. But once again, thanks to God who is in control May God be with Kenny and bless him abundantly in his endeavours of life. Be a blessing to someone.
Comments for article: Know Not What They Do
Potential Teacher, Feb 21, 2010.
I am a potential resident/teacher to Valdosta school system. I went into teaching especially to help at risk kids. Looking for a local church to worship, I came upon your appropriate comment. Which school is this, I would love to work there. The next 1/2 of my life has been dedicated to service: educational ministry.
Comments for article: Food for Thought
Mary William, Feb 21, 2010.
Thanks for sharing excellent information. Yes we do have brain dead or feel tired with unhealthy eating. Thanks once again.
Comments for article: Bitter or Thankful?
Jean Jeantinor, Feb 19, 2010.
I am Haitian and I really appreciate your article. You should publish it in a major Newspaper. May God bless you!
Comments for article: Passed Over
denise, Feb 11, 2010.
To any one feeling passed over, you are more than welcome to come to our church. Our church is mostly elderly, and I seem to be having trouble getting across to them, that you are never, ever to old to do God's work. I get strength when I'm doing work for Him, yes I get tired, but oh how sweet the tiredness is!
Comments for article: Who Are You?
Jerry, Feb 7, 2010.
I am very impressed and pleased with your web site. The article, "Who are you?"--Reminds me of a dream I had a few years back. I'd been in a car accident in my dream, and stood on the side of a riverbank, knowing I'd died. Then, I was in Heaven, and God was sitting at a desk, his back to me, and he communicated: "God is Love, Love God, Love is all there is." I then saw men in a square, sitting on leather couches, talking/consulting with each other. I had an intense desire to join them, but knew I was to go back to earth. God said: "Tell as many people as you can, the exact wording I'm giving you: "God is Love, Love God, Love is all there is." When I read this article, this came to my mind, and I wanted to share.
Comments for article: Walled-In Hearts
abiola patricia massay, Feb 6, 2010.
It is true we ourselves don't know about love in our hearts until we know God, when we have God we love unconditionally.
Comments for article: Who Are You?
Mary Ann Benford, Feb 6, 2010.
I read your article. It makes so much sense to me now, instead of me trying to solve a problem, I must pray to God and allow Him to work it out. Glory be the Name of The Almighty God, Honor be his name. Amen.
Comments for article: Obesity and Cancer
Carol Sylvester, Jan 30, 2010.
I need to loose about three stones for health reasons (mainly heart disease and high blood pressure runs in the family). What is the best way to do this? There are so many diets out there. I need to keep the weight off permanently.
Comments for article: Amazing Grace
Vickie, Jan 30, 2010.
My ultimate praise to God is Thank you, actually more than Thank you. We can take every single mess, big or small, that we seem to continually get ourselves into or we live with because of others. I know that the pain and suffering will only get worse. The messes are going to get bigger because that is Satan's mission. Our mission in 2010 and until Jesus comes again is to believe is words. We can not falter in continually praying and turning all of the ugly things in our lives to him. He will rescue us, protect us, guide us, help us to survive. Our survival is in him and him alone. We can not beat ourselves up but keep going. That is what our Lord expects and desires and we must choose his direction no matter what is going on around us! "Trust and obey, for there's no other way!" Peace and love to us all!
Comments for article: He'll Carry You
Roshanna Barnes, Jan 29, 2010.
Thank you for that encouraging story. I am not a single parent but my husband is in the military and has to be gone quite a bit. Sometimes when he is gone I feel like a single parent and I feel overwhelmed by everything that needs to be done. Thank you for sharing your story. It was very encouraging.
Comments for article: Mind, Heart, Spirit
byekwaso lilian, Jan 26, 2010.
It's true!, we have to be tender in everything just as the (Sabbath School) lesson for this quarter tells us to be patient, which I think it encompasses all this. If you're long tempered you keep your spirit not to sin, leaving God to take control. With that, you keep your mind clear and your heart with joy that we find in Jesus our Savior.
Comments for article: He'll Carry You
Julie Ewell, Jan 23, 2010.
I am a recent single mom for 9 months now. I have struggled for the entire time to make ends meet, and upon all laws and principles of basic mathematics, should have gone under and lost everything time and time again. But the Lord has blessed me with generous strangers, and has put it upon me to tithe on the nothing that I have to offer, and somehow has turned Malachi 3:8-16 into a great truth for me. My daughter and are not wealthy in a monetary way by any means, but the Lord has made us rich in spirit, and I see his blessings and miracles daily. Thank you for edifying the souls of others with your story of hope. It touched my heart and brought peace to some of my ache. May God's blessings be upon you.
Comments for article: Passed Over
Eric Wingrove, Jan 17, 2010.
This article was well written and timely. The writer of this article hears from God no doubt about it.
Comments for article: Passed Over
J. Peet, Jan 15, 2010.
I do not understand why anyone - whatever age - needs to "step down." Isn't there room for all in the Lord's work??? There can be "old" leaders and "young" leaders and "middle-aged" leaders and all can be workers.
Comments for article: Passed Over
Linda Brawner, Jan 15, 2010.
This is really depressing. I've never gotten to use my gifts in church and now I'm supposedly too old for the opportunities. Since when does church have to be the center of ministry? When the church doors closed to my service, God swung open doors in the community and I do far more good there. Doing things in church is nice, but it isn't all there is to the Christian life.
Comments for article: Testimonio en Motocicleta
Josse, Jan 11, 2010.
Hello, I live in Mexicale, Mexico. My husband belongs to a motorcycle club and he has a birthday coming up soon. I would like to give him a prayer he can post in his motorcycle repair shop and he can take with him too. Can you help me with that? Thank you.
Comments for article: Borrador Celestial
Norma Yañez, Jan 9, 2010.
Thank you so much for this article. I really needed to read about God’s precious promises. Please pray for my family.. Many blessings…
Comments for article: La Provisión de Dios
Yolanda, Jan 4, 2010.
Yes God always provides when we most need it. We need to trust that everything will be provided for. Our God is great.
Comments for article: Vida Después de Nacer
Misael, Jan 3, 2010.
This article really caught my attention. I think that if in other parts of the world there’s unfortunate events happening, one cannot stop doing what we needs to be done around us. If we can do both things, better yet.
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