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New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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There are scammers here, trying to take advantage of you!!! For those of you that have been here for a while, please forgive my repetition, as I (and others) have posted these warnings before. For those of you that have NOT been here very long, please pay attention. In the last 4 days, I have received emails from 7 different scammers. In the month of November alone, I have received over a dozen. I have reported them all for abuse, but many remain. Some common signs to look for: 1. Most are widowed, the most common story is that their wife died some years ago, in a car accident. 2. Most have Masters Degrees and work in Engineering, Construction, or Self-Employed. 3. Even though they have Masters Degrees, they cannot spell correctly, form complete sentences or paragraphs, do not capitalize the letter "i", and use language common to texting, and their punctuation is terrible. 4. Most say that they live in the U.S., but their speech suggests that they are foreign. 5. They will ask you to contact them on their private email or ask to accept them as friends so they can IM you, almost immediately. All that I have found use yahoo. 6. Most tell you that after viewing your profile, they find you to be beautiful, attractive, interesting,and include a great deal of flattery. 7. Most say how honesty and trust are so important to them and get offended/angry if you question them too much. After all, you're supposed to trust them completely. 8. Shortly after meeting you, they begin to talk of financial problems, getting robbed, or becoming very sick. Beware! 9. They will try to convince you of their sincerity and will fall in love with you, within a week or two. Run away, quickly! These are only a few of the common qualities, many have refined their art of deception very well, and may be more difficult to spot. If you receive emails that reflect these qualities, hit the "Report Abuse" button, so Big Church can check them out. But, even that doesn't always work, as I have reported some, and they are still here. Verify the city they live in, their jobs, their churches and Pastors names, their drivers licenses, phone numbers, addresses. Many say they are from the US, but on a job or something, in a country in Africa, (Ghana and Nigeria the most common) and I have found a few to be in the UK. Please, please, if you have any doubts or suspicions, about anyone you have had contact with, go to scammeralert, on this site, (go to the top right of the page, to : "groups", then to "groups main", then type in "scammeralert" and search.) There is a great deal of good info there, along with testimonies from other members that have been scammed, and the screennames of some. I wish I had gone there when I first joined. I am not allowed to mention specific names here, but if you will email me, I will give you the dozen or so, most recent ones. Many are the same person, with various screen names. One guy I found, started with one name, then I exposed him, he came back a month later, with a different screen name, and I exposed him again, and he came back several weeks ago, with still a different screen name! But, guess what? He used the exact same profile, and all the same pics! Not very smart, huh? And, men, I have been told by other men on this site, that there are female scammers too. Most of the time, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. I am praying that this information is useful to someone, and that all of you will be very cautious. May God bless and protect you!! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING  I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!! |
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7/12/2009 6:10 am |
Please becareful of "theonlyway" from US
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 6/29/2009 5:08 am |
Hi to you, Thanks for the warning, I had not heard about scams on here but I am not surprised, they get everywhere. Can be hard to spot I guess and if you fall for it you get put on the MUG list which they pass around. Mind you, they wouldn't be able to get much from me, one of the good things about not having much! If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Thanks for the warning and God bless you. Reverend Stephen  Thank you for your kind words! I just felt it necessary to warn those who are vulnerable to their tactics. So many newbies here are hurting and lonely and may succumb to the scammers. If I can spare one victim, the warnings are worth the time. God bless you also! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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6/28/2009 9:04 am |
Hi to you, Thanks for the warning, I had not heard about scams on here but I am not surprised, they get everywhere. Can be hard to spot I guess and if you fall for it you get put on the MUG list which they pass around. Mind you, they wouldn't be able to get much from me, one of the good things about not having much! If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Thanks for the warning and God bless you. Reverend Stephen
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6/24/2009 3:45 pm |
 Thankyou for this info. I just joined and already have someone in question like this. Says he is a widow, car crash, 2 kids, working on a rig on the North sea. starts off very alot of flattering etc...hmmm..sounds familar eh... Ugh..how are we supposed to weed these ones out and find a true match...frustrating!
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5/18/2009 3:46 pm |
THANK you! I wondered about some of them. The ones that stood out used so many love cliches all bunched together, like they had copied and pasted things they thought were good from many profiles. ...Oh, and I have zilch for cash, so I guess I'm safe too. :LOL:
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4/25/2009 10:54 pm |
I have had several experiences with scammers...it is awful how they try to deceive people. I also support reporting these instances. Blessings, sweety
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11/29/2008 9:48 am |
I had one not long ago that was REALLY clever but after the second message, I knew it was a scammer. I'm joining you in the report abuse category. Another one of my pet peeves are the young 20 year old girls putting up questionable photos of themselves on their profile. I'm reporting those as well. Thanks for posting!  I find that they are always trying to perfect their craft, improve on the pattern, trying to deceive us. Sometimes, they're deleted even before I get to read their email. So glad someone else is reporting them for abuse. God bless you and stay safe! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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11/28/2008 5:01 am |
I had one not long ago that was REALLY clever but after the second message, I knew it was a scammer. I'm joining you in the report abuse category. Another one of my pet peeves are the young 20 year old girls putting up questionable photos of themselves on their profile. I'm reporting those as well. Thanks for posting!
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11/23/2008 6:27 am |
When you write them back you are giving them a confirmed e-mail address. Many times they are sending out e-mails "in the dark" so to speak. Even the ones that have a link at the bottom where you can ask to be deleted from their mailings work that way. That particular entity may not send again but your e-mail then goes to a mailing list to be sold as a valid e-mail address. If I ever write back I simply ask them if they have repented yet. They don't write back. I think of this is a win win. I am quite certain that that puts a thought into the mind of the 'employee' doing the writing that they have never been exposed to. Some scammers may be individuals. However, my take on it is that the main guy has many doing the initial mailings in order to process the numbers. And that the responses are then turned over to the higher ups. I doubt if the 'employee' is as fully knowledgeable or guilty as the higher ups. Excellent info, thank you for sharing! May God help them, every one of them! They'll reap what they sow! And may God bless every BigChurch member with safety and discernment! May He bless you also! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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11/23/2008 6:24 am |
Terry, thank you for this post, you have been sent from above! Sorry that I could not make it this summer to your place, exams at the same time. I am so happy to hear that you are in love and have met the man God has planned for you! For all newbies, there are wonderful people on this site, that truly care about others! Terry, are all the male scammers living in Young America MN????? You are the best! Thank you for the kind words! Yes, there are many here that are wonderful people, yourself included! If all would stick to the bloggers, they'd be safe, cuz bloggers are not scammers. No, many of them live in Africa and the UK also, not just Youg America MN, lol.  God bless you my friend! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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11/22/2008 10:13 am |
When you write them back you are giving them a confirmed e-mail address. Many times they are sending out e-mails "in the dark" so to speak. Even the ones that have a link at the bottom where you can ask to be deleted from their mailings work that way. That particular entity may not send again but your e-mail then goes to a mailing list to be sold as a valid e-mail address. If I ever write back I simply ask them if they have repented yet. They don't write back. I think of this is a win win. I am quite certain that that puts a thought into the mind of the 'employee' doing the writing that they have never been exposed to. Some scammers may be individuals. However, my take on it is that the main guy has many doing the initial mailings in order to process the numbers. And that the responses are then turned over to the higher ups. I doubt if the 'employee' is as fully knowledgeable or guilty as the higher ups. Somehow I've learned how to listen to the sound of the sun going down. ~ R. Crowell
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11/21/2008 7:30 pm |
Terry, thank you for this post, you have been sent from above! Sorry that I could not make it this summer to your place, exams at the same time. I am so happy to hear that you are in love and have met the man God has planned for you! For all newbies, there are wonderful people on this site, that truly care about others! Terry, are all the male scammers living in Young America MN????? You are the best!
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11/21/2008 1:54 am |
Hello, thank you for the blog and no apologies necessary for repeating yourself, as there are new members joining all the time. I recently joined and sofar haven't had this problem but feel more secure being forewarned. Thank you again. Welcome to blogland!  I've been here almost 2 years and have met some wonderful people and my husband-to-be, but there have also been many scammers. Please be very cautious and verify everything! Especially those from other countries who come on strong. If you ever have any doubts, feel free to have me check them out for you. God bless you! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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11/20/2008 8:50 pm |
Hello, thank you for the blog and no apologies necessary for repeating yourself, as there are new members joining all the time. I recently joined and sofar haven't had this problem but feel more secure being forewarned. Thank you again.
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10/10/2008 6:00 pm |
Is there any advice about female scammers? I have received some emails I question.
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10/5/2008 5:05 pm |
Hi Debbie! I sent you an invite to my friends network so you can view around 50 pics taken at the 1st Annual BigChurch Bash, held at my home in Cape Coral. Many bloggers attended, you can see them in action, lol. Glad you're staying! Terrie Don't believe everything you think, God is not a cookie cutter God! Laughing at yourself is better then laughing at someone else.
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10/5/2008 5:02 pm |
Terrie, I get a lot of 20 - 29 year old woman contacting me, I just laugh, because I've stated in my profile I'm not looking for anything more then on line friends. You also know my past, so we can both laugh, ha ha ha ha! I just ignore the ones that have very limited verbal skills. - Looking for love in all the wrong places - at least if they think I'm available, - and that gullible. Don't believe everything you think, God is not a cookie cutter God! Laughing at yourself is better then laughing at someone else.
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9/5/2008 8:58 pm |
Thanks Terri I'm finally starting to meet some good people here on BC. Thanks for your encouragement. It looks like I'll be staying around for a little while longer, LOL Gods best to you, ~Debbie~ I sent you an invite to my friends network so you can view around 50 pics taken at the 1st Annual BigChurch Bash, held at my home in Cape Coral. Many bloggers attended, you can see them in action, lol. Glad you're staying! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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9/5/2008 6:00 pm |
Thanks Terri I'm finally starting to meet some good people here on BC. Thanks for your encouragement. It looks like I'll be staying around for a little while longer, LOL Gods best to you, ~Debbie~
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8/30/2008 3:23 am |
Thank you SO much for writing this blog. I just joined recently. I actually thought this site would be different and there wouldn't be as many, if any actually. Wow, that was nieve of me huh? LOL I cannot begin to tell you how many I get. I have to admit that BC is not at all like I thought it would be. I'm somewhat disappointed. As you said, you report them and they just change their name and come back again and again and again. Gets rather frustrating. Hopefully someday BC will not make it not so easy to attempt to scam unfortunate, unsuspecting people. Thanks again, ~Debbie~ Welcome to bc and welcome to my blog! I've been on several Christian sites and the scammers are everywhere. But the thing that makes bc different is the people here. I've been here for 1 1/2 years and met the most wonderful people in the blogs. They are genuine, encouraging, and sincere. That's what keeps me here. The scammers are just a mere annoyance, I get one or two a week. Now that you know what to look for, you won't fall prey to them. I pray you stay, you will be blessed by all the excellent people here. God bless you! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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8/29/2008 5:41 pm |
Thank you SO much for writing this blog. I just joined recently. I actually thought this site would be different and there wouldn't be as many, if any actually. Wow, that was nieve of me huh? LOL I cannot begin to tell you how many I get. I have to admit that BC is not at all like I thought it would be. I'm somewhat disappointed. As you said, you report them and they just change their name and come back again and again and again. Gets rather frustrating. Hopefully someday BC will not make it not so easy to attempt to scam unfortunate, unsuspecting people. Thanks again, ~Debbie~
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8/28/2008 3:59 am |
They are not as efficient as they think.So easy to spot them once you know what to look for.. Amen to that! It was the whole purpose of this post, to enlighten those who don't know what to look for. So glad you haven't fallen prey to them my friend! God bless you! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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8/26/2008 3:17 pm |
They are not as efficient as they think.So easy to spot them once you know what to look for..  GodIsMovinfByHisSpirit
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8/26/2008 3:16 pm |
They are not as efficient as they think.So easy to spot them once you know what to look for.. GodIsMovinfByHisSpirit
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8/14/2008 6:09 am |
Thank you Terrie for the reminder and warning. I've clued up a bit since reading one of your previous posts, but today got an email in my home box from a scammer. I'm stunned as to how they got it as hardly anyone knows it and I have a scanner, spyware and phishing filter on my 'puter!! It's incredible how they seem to get through the net sometimes!!!!  GBY, Pat. 
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4/24/2008 10:03 pm |
thank you for the alert.. This is a common practice I was also told that when one finishes he/she will give the same information to another (pics etc) and continue until they get what they want and give it to another. You basically have no idea who you are talking to. I have heard of personal stories where people were scammed and sent money and was hurt severly financially but it can go the other way they can send you money asking to cash checks for something and the checks are fraudulent..I always keep it simple no rushing into anything. I will say that I have met some very nice people on Big Church... and some very prayerful people.. I will always be glad to know them. Its a big world be careful and prayerful.. Thank you for putting it in print Thank you for sharing your stories! You're right, I've been here for almost a year, and have met some wonderful people, for the most part, lol. At least, in the blogs. God bless you! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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4/24/2008 10:05 am |
thank you for the alert.. This is a common practice I was also told that when one finishes he/she will give the same information to another (pics etc) and continue until they get what they want and give it to another. You basically have no idea who you are talking to. I have heard of personal stories where people were scammed and sent money and was hurt severly financially but it can go the other way they can send you money asking to cash checks for something and the checks are fraudulent..I always keep it simple no rushing into anything. I will say that I have met some very nice people on Big Church... and some very prayerful people.. I will always be glad to know them. Its a big world be careful and prayerful.. Thank you for putting it in print
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4/9/2008 5:14 am |
Thanks for the heads up. If they are looking for money from me... well  .. God knows that isn't nice to fool a child of God...Right????? My eyes and ears are peeled..  Please be very cautious, there are many who come on here roaming around like a roaring lion, seeking who they may devour. I'm praying for your discernment. Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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4/8/2008 7:03 pm |
Thanks for the heads up. If they are looking for money from me... well.. God knows that isn't nice to fool a child of God... Right????? My eyes and ears are peeled.. 'A woman's heart should be so hidden in Christ that a man should have to seek Him first to find her.' Linda Maria
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4/8/2008 4:25 am |
Terry, I got it and I replied to you, hope you'll receive it ! Let me know, will you ? blessings, Annie  I didn't get your mail,  will you please try sending it again?Abundant blessings to you my friend! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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4/7/2008 2:44 pm |
Terry, I got it and I replied to you, hope you'll receive it ! Let me know, will you ? blessings, Annie It's not a coincidence........God placed me here. A light at the end of nowhere.
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4/7/2008 6:03 am |
Terry, I would like you to check some profiles for me, you're wise enough and a great leader of this community, but I don't know if I can mention them here or if I can write down my private mail, tell me what to do please ?  I sent you an email. Let me know if you got it. God bless you! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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4/6/2008 5:29 pm |
Terry, I would like you to check some profiles for me, you're wise enough and a great leader of this community, but I don't know if I can mention them here or if I can write down my private mail, tell me what to do please ? It's not a coincidence........God placed me here. A light at the end of nowhere.
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3/24/2008 8:00 am |
I say a hearty amen to the above comments. My first scammer was a "missionary" from Ghana. It only took 2 emails for me to have my doubts. My first assignment in the ministry included weeding out the cons in a church in Santa Ana (the con capital of the world). I very quickly had to develop skills and discernment. With this "girl" (or guy), I played right along with "shim". I figured, why not have some fun with this. I really laid it on thickly, saying how much I was in love and wanted to spend the rest of my life with "shim". Sure enough, the plea for money surfaced, but I still wasn't done playing with shim, so I kept running with it. Finally shehe stopped writing. You're bad, lol, very bad, hahahaha. But, I have to admit, I have done the same, it was kinda fun!  Africa does seem to be the most common origin for these scammers. Be careful! And thank you for reading my blog! God bless you! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/24/2008 7:49 am |
I say a hearty amen to the above comments. My first scammer was a "missionary" from Ghana. It only took 2 emails for me to have my doubts. My first assignment in the ministry included weeding out the cons in a church in Santa Ana (the con capital of the world). I very quickly had to develop skills and discernment. With this "girl" (or guy), I played right along with "shim". I figured, why not have some fun with this. I really laid it on thickly, saying how much I was in love and wanted to spend the rest of my life with "shim". Sure enough, the plea for money surfaced, but I still wasn't done playing with shim, so I kept running with it. Finally shehe stopped writing. Eph 2:10 We are his workmanship (poiema, or poem, or work of art) created in Christ Jesus. God is an artist and you are His masterpiece!
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3/24/2008 6:53 am |
Racefan4, Thanks for the information on scammers. I am a month old in BC and this information is therefore very valuable. To be forewarned is to be fore armed. One of the scammers highlight in the comments that you have received below winked at me. Thank God for the gift of discernment i did not respond to the wink. I will therefore be more careful regarding who i disclose my contact details too. I now see why BC keeps highlighting the fact that we should not disclose any private info on your first email. God Bless Welcome to bigchurch! So glad you read the post, please be very careful! There are many coming here, roaming around like roaring lions, seeking whom they may devour. Use discernment with everyone! God's abundant blessings, I pray you find what you are seeking! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/24/2008 1:58 am |
Racefan4, Thanks for the information on scammers. I am a month old in BC and this information is therefore very valuable. To be forewarned is to be fore armed. One of the scammers highlight in the comments that you have received below winked at me. Thank God for the gift of discernment i did not respond to the wink. I will therefore be more careful regarding who i disclose my contact details too. I now see why BC keeps highlighting the fact that we should not disclose any private info on your first email. God Bless
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3/23/2008 4:27 am |
Perhaps I've been a bit naive about this subject as well and I have asked other trusted members about it. Is this implying that everyone from a foreign country is a scammer? Some I'm quite sure are and some seem legitimate. The ones who I'm old enough to be the father of or look like models or have no photo I am concerned about. At first I replied out of a sense of courtesy. But now I'm much more cautious. As dar as the American ladies I find it very difficult to know the difference and am more likely to believe the best unless I have good reason to believe otherwise. Lord help me to see. No, I don't mean to imply that those from a foreign country are all scammers, there are many I have grown to know and love, lol. This post just speaks in generalities and I'm not sure about how the women scammers operate, as they only contact men. This is only from a female perspective. It is good to think the best of everyone, until they prove otherwise, but please do so in caution. There are many here "roaming around like roaring lions, seeking who they may devour." Thank you for your comment, it's nice to meet you! May God give you discernment in every way! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/22/2008 2:15 pm |
Perhaps I've been a bit naive about this subject as well and I have asked other trusted members about it. Is this implying that everyone from a foreign country is a scammer? Some I'm quite sure are and some seem legitimate. The ones who I'm old enough to be the father of or look like models or have no photo I am concerned about. At first I replied out of a sense of courtesy. But now I'm much more cautious. As dar as the American ladies I find it very difficult to know the difference and am more likely to believe the best unless I have good reason to believe otherwise. Lord help me to see. Let your gentleness be evident to all. Philippians 4:5
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3/7/2008 3:29 pm |
Terri, I have printed out your suggestions for my future use and safety. thank you SO much. It is my pleasure, I think that's why God allowed me to be scammed for 6 months, is so that I could warn others. However, my scammer didn't steal my money, he never asked for a cent, as a matter of fact, he sent me many gifts, roses several times, Teddy Bears, etc. He stole my heart. And, I verified his passport, his job, and the hotel he was staying in Ghana, Africa. If my testimony and warnings can save just one other woman from going through what I went through, then it was worth it. God's protection my friend, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/7/2008 6:46 am |
Terri, I have printed out your suggestions for my future use and safety. thank you SO much.
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3/7/2008 6:30 am |
wow. thanks for all the info. this is exactly what has happened to me. I will be doubly careful. I have reported several and will continue to do so. Please be cautious and safe, question and verify everything! If they have these charachterisitics, report them. Never even consider sending money or your personal info! God's blessings of protection, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/7/2008 6:12 am |
wow. thanks for all the info. this is exactly what has happened to me. I will be doubly careful. I have reported several and will continue to do so.
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3/6/2008 2:59 am |
Thanks to your warnings,Terrie,I developped an inner feeling,since I am pretty new at this.I had some nice connections at first,then supernice and I had a nagging feeling inside,but proceeded with emails and IM for a while,he was from Clearwater but suddeny in London on business he was just too nice to be true,he wanted to send me things and I told him to wait til got back,then I paused for two days,and at night When I checked my email I couldn't believeit,picture of a caucasion gentleman 59yrs had turned into somebody black 39 years old from London,I checked his profile,yes a black man 39 with the same profile.So by GOD's saving grace I was saved and really hadto laugh about it ,then I reported him,it took a while to get him off, the funny thing was that he used whitesheep of God, and I always think of all the wolves in sheepclothes.So I pray that we all stay safe by HIS GRACE, so Terrie thanks again Carola I pray each day for the safety and protection of every member, and He is so awesome about answering those prayers. You're right, by His saving grace! Hallelujah! Please be very careful, I get one every day! They always say they're from the US, yet speak like their foreign. They always have Masters Degrees, yet can't spell, lol. God's abundant blessings and protection my friend! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/6/2008 12:16 am |
Thanks to your warnings,Terrie,I developped an inner feeling,since I am pretty new at this.I had some nice connections at first,then supernice and I had a nagging feeling inside,but proceeded with emails and IM for a while,he was from Clearwater but suddeny in London on business he was just too nice to be true,he wanted to send me things and I told him to wait til got back,then I paused for two days,and at night When I checked my email I couldn't believeit,picture of a caucasion gentleman 59yrs had turned into somebody black 39 years old from London,I checked his profile,yes a black man 39 with the same profile.So by GOD's saving grace I was saved and really hadto laugh about it ,then I reported him,it took a while to get him off, the funny thing was that he used whitesheep of God, and I always think of all the wolves in sheepclothes.So I pray that we all stay safe by HIS GRACE, so Terrie thanks again Carola
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3/3/2008 5:56 am |
Terry; you know I'm new in this site ,I've been caught by scammers in my mailbox many times, you know we as women have a sixth sense and very intuitive, so as soon as I get suspicious I send them away. I also want to say that I often receive mails from Asia inviting me to a business proposal, always the same, I'm the bank accountant and the client xxxx died in an air crash and they invite you to be the next of kin and that they will share 30 or 25% of the money, but you have to mention your name, bank account and all your personal details, so be aware of that too, thank you very much for your information ! Annie You're so right! There are many different scams out there and I pray each day for God's protection for every member here, as many are naive and vulnerable. Thank God for the discernment of the Holy Spirit! Thank you for coming by, God bless you my new friend! NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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3/2/2008 6:34 pm |
Terry; you know I'm new in this site ,I've been caught by scammers in my mailbox many times, you know we as women have a sixth sense and very intuitive, so as soon as I get suspicious I send them away. I also want to say that I often receive mails from Asia inviting me to a business proposal, always the same, I'm the bank accountant and the client xxxx died in an air crash and they invite you to be the next of kin and that they will share 30 or 25% of the money, but you have to mention your name, bank account and all your personal details, so be aware of that too, thank you very much for your information ! Annie It's not a coincidence........God placed me here. A light at the end of nowhere.
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2/28/2008 11:27 pm |
Hi Jo, Excellent advice! And, if someone were to be reluctant to agree to that, it surely indicates a potential problem. Thank you for offering your comment! God's very best to you! Terrie
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2/28/2008 7:51 pm |
Terrie, i think the verifing is good for everyone to check out what the minister says about them, if they have been there less than 2 years i think verify with the minister of the church they were at beforehand, i think its wise to do this with any possible friendship of the opposite gender, i would let any possibles to ask the ministers i have had in churches, if they dont they may be hiding issues, blessings Jo Excellent advice! And, if someone were to be reluctant to agree to that, it surely indicates a potential problem. Thank you for offering your comment! God's very best to you! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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2/28/2008 2:43 pm |
Terrie, i think the verifing is good for everyone to check out what the minister says about them, if they have been there less than 2 years i think verify with the minister of the church they were at beforehand, i think its wise to do this with any possible friendship of the opposite gender, i would let any possibles to ask the ministers i have had in churches, if they dont they may be hiding issues, blessings Jo
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2/12/2008 1:48 pm |
You are lovely- I've just smiled for the first time today God bless you abundantly! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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2/12/2008 11:45 am |
You are lovely- I've just smiled for the first time today
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2/10/2008 8:02 pm |
Really interesting comments, thank you. It is making me wonder though- what is wrong with me that I haven't received any messages like this?! I feel left out... Bless you all and have a great week. x Consider it a compliment that you don't get them. They know you're too beautiful to be desperate enough to believe their scam. They tend to favor older, less attractive, vulnerable types. Their deceipt works better with that scenario. God's blessings to you also! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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2/10/2008 3:44 pm |
Really interesting comments, thank you. It is making me wonder though- what is wrong with me that I haven't received any messages like this?! I feel left out... Bless you all and have a great week. x
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2/5/2008 4:12 pm |
Thank you very much for this article! You are most welcome, please be very careful! I get 4 or 5 every week! God's blessings, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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2/5/2008 2:53 pm |
Thank you very much for this article!
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1/24/2008 5:17 am |
now there's a style of keyboarding which does not include capitalization, so that needs to be taken into account. i was a typesetter and i capitalize when i need to (formal). some people are good at using spell checker and others not so hot. but, other than that i agree with your rules... i definitely agree that it's important to be aware of what's going on and how to spot a scammer and what to do - and not to do! you were scammed, maybe not in the sense of this blog post. i guess there are lots of reasons to "court" someone... because it feels good would be a primary reason. but, i do think something happened and the person wasn't willing or able to tell you about it. i can think of three other people right off hand that this has happened to, where the relationship was going along fine and then it just abruptly ended. the major reasons (when one has been able to find out) are a new relationship or fear of going to the next step. i don't know if anyone has investigated how often this happens or how people deal with it to recover, but this has got to be a hugely painful shock and process. total absence of that nature is close to a death loss... probably much more confusing. anyway, i'm sorry that you have experienced this and i pray that your heart is full of God's healing love. blessings, shar Thank you so much for your comment and you're right, there are exceptions to every rule. I just tried to list common characteristics found in these scammers. Yes, my scammer was different, in that he wasn't looking for money, but I'd rather lose money than to have my heart torn to shreds. I did contact the police in Glasgow, after he emailed me his itinerary to return home. After he went home from Ghana, he gave me his home address and phone number. After not hearing from him, I gave the police his info and they called me back and told me it was fake. I figure he was married and just using me for companionship while out of the country. Yes, thank God He has healed my heart, and in experiencing this situation, I've been able to warn others, in hopes they will not have to go through what I did. So, He turned it all around and made it for my good and the good of others, as I have received dozens of emails from new members, appreciating the info. We serve an awesome God! Thank you for your kind wishes, God bless you! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/24/2008 12:31 am |
now there's a style of keyboarding which does not include capitalization, so that needs to be taken into account. i was a typesetter and i capitalize when i need to (formal). some people are good at using spell checker and others not so hot. but, other than that i agree with your rules... i definitely agree that it's important to be aware of what's going on and how to spot a scammer and what to do - and not to do! you were scammed, maybe not in the sense of this blog post. i guess there are lots of reasons to "court" someone... because it feels good would be a primary reason. but, i do think something happened and the person wasn't willing or able to tell you about it. i can think of three other people right off hand that this has happened to, where the relationship was going along fine and then it just abruptly ended. the major reasons (when one has been able to find out) are a new relationship or fear of going to the next step. i don't know if anyone has investigated how often this happens or how people deal with it to recover, but this has got to be a hugely painful shock and process. total absence of that nature is close to a death loss... probably much more confusing. anyway, i'm sorry that you have experienced this and i pray that your heart is full of God's healing love. blessings, shar  InHisLoveYSICsharloa
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1/18/2008 1:13 am |
hi racefan...thanks for your advise on skammers...could you please em me i may need your advise re someone...god bless rainbow556
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1/16/2008 4:30 pm |
thanks terrie i would love to chat with you re skammers jan Please be very cautious, there are many here, I get emails almost daily. If you have questions or doubts about any, please feel free to contact me. Guard your heart! God's abundant blessings, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/16/2008 3:27 pm |
thanks terrie i would love to chat with you re skammers jan
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1/14/2008 6:04 am |
Thank you. I have been a member for less than a month and am qite naive to scammers. I received an email last week that made me suspicious. I was surfing through the site when I came across the same picture of a male, same profile but from a different country. Praise God for the gift of discernment. Please be very cautious, don't give out personal info or go to their private email or IM. There are so many of them here, I get emails almost daily. If anyone emails you giving their personal info, hit the "Report Abuse" button. Pay close attention to their manner of speech, poor spelling and punctuation, and not capitalizing proper nouns. Notice that most have Masters Degrees, work in Engineering or construction, and are usually widowed. I'm praying for your safety and protection, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/14/2008 5:45 am |
Thank you. I have been a member for less than a month and am qite naive to scammers. I received an email last week that made me suspicious. I was surfing through the site when I came across the same picture of a male, same profile but from a different country. Praise God for the gift of discernment.
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1/8/2008 2:17 pm |
Hi, It seems to me that 'tis the season for scammers to come out to play' .... I'm very aware of what they do now (learnt the hard way though)... wish this had been around back then, but yesterday I received a very typical scammers email and what seems to be more interesting now is the photos they are using which seem to be of real people (not models) in their homes (how they have done this is anyone's guess). So yesterday I reported this guy for abuse and today he's gone... as have all those I've reported, but there does seem to be a new rush on at this time of year. The great thing is that our God is our vindicator and if we remain vigilant here and just report these people we can remain safe. Thank you Terrie for this blog and I direct any new members that I meet to either here or the group to give them the information needed. God bless you girl, - I can say that 'cause you're younger than me.. Kaye I learned the hard way too, although mine was not like the typical scammers here. For 6 months, this guy poured his time into me, 4 hours every day, on IM chatting, love letters every day, texts by the dozens, sent me flowers twice and a Build a Bear. He was so loving and caring, I've never experienced that before. Then, all of a sudden, he was gone. No warning, no explanation, just never heard another word. It broke my heart. So, I have made it my personal mission to expose all liars and deceivers, in hopes that others do not have to experience what I did. I know what you mean about this being the season for them, I got 2 mails yesterday, and at least one every day for the last week or so, but like you, I report them. Thank you for reading and for warning others, I declare that this place only be for the glory of God, in Jesus Name, Amen. God's blessings to you also, my friend! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/8/2008 1:36 pm |
Hi, It seems to me that 'tis the season for scammers to come out to play' .... I'm very aware of what they do now (learnt the hard way though)... wish this had been around back then, but yesterday I received a very typical scammers email and what seems to be more interesting now is the photos they are using which seem to be of real people (not models) in their homes (how they have done this is anyone's guess). So yesterday I reported this guy for abuse and today he's gone... as have all those I've reported, but there does seem to be a new rush on at this time of year. The great thing is that our God is our vindicator and if we remain vigilant here and just report these people we can remain safe. Thank you Terrie for this blog and I direct any new members that I meet to either here or the group to give them the information needed. God bless you girl, - I can say that 'cause you're younger than me.. Kaye One thing I have desired of the Lord, that will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in His temple. Psalm 27:4
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1/6/2008 6:24 am |
Well Golly Terri! Now you've ruined all my career aspirations. you see I had noticed a lot these female scammers in my inbox as well and have been told many times by my BC lady friends that they had been targeted. It seemed like such an easy way to make a living that I thought "If forestry ever slows down or I am no longer able to work the trees Scamming might be a profitable alternative career". But look what you've done !! Now the word is out and making a decent living bilking innocent people out of their life savings will be much harder then marking timber! Ah well...guess I'll have to buy a new pair of boots after all....sigh. Bob Thank you for your comment, I'm grinning from ear to ear, lol. , rolling on floor laughing. Forgive me for destroying your career aspirations, lol God wouldn't have honored it anyhow, however, He may bless your new boots, so that you never have to buy a new pair! That's my prayer for you, thanks for making me laugh, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/6/2008 4:14 am |
Well Golly Terri! Now you've ruined all my career aspirations. you see I had noticed a lot these female scammers in my inbox as well and have been told many times by my BC lady friends that they had been targeted. It seemed like such an easy way to make a living that I thought "If forestry ever slows down or I am no longer able to work the trees Scamming might be a profitable alternative career". But look what you've done !! Now the word is out and making a decent living bilking innocent people out of their life savings will be much harder then marking timber! Ah well...guess I'll have to buy a new pair of boots after all....sigh. Bob
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1/5/2008 2:22 pm |
It's kinda funny, I was just going thru my profile and some mail from my first day on here(BC)...There is this Chinese woman that was the 1st to contact me...She originally agreed to join my network of friends...Then when I tried to respond to a email from her, her profile(Standard) came back as removed for abuse... Well I asked her about it, and she seemed to get upset!!! She refused my friendship and refused to answer my questions about being removed!!! Excellent post today, keep preaching it! There are so many here that just seek to steal, kill, and destroy. Many that join bc are new to the internet thing and very vulnerable. Good job! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/5/2008 11:35 am |
It's kinda funny, I was just going thru my profile and some mail from my first day on here(BC)...There is this Chinese woman that was the 1st to contact me...She originally agreed to join my network of friends...Then when I tried to respond to a email from her, her profile(Standard) came back as removed for abuse... Well I asked her about it, and she seemed to get upset!!! She refused my friendship and refused to answer my questions about being removed!!!
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1/4/2008 6:49 pm |
Hi Terrie, Thanks for the Reminder!!! I have been getting those type emails myself for sometime now...Alot of them get right past my Spam box... Also, A few weeks back I was watching a special on this on MSNBC W/Chris Hansen investigating on some of these scams...Alot of these come from Nigeria and other parts of Africa...They also use some women from the UK to assist them in these cons... I had mentioned myself the first couple days on here that I had a couple scammers...From Nigeria, and also from China...I asked why their profiles were removed for abuse and they refused to reply... Thanks Again, Rich Rich There must be an epidemic going on, cuz Bill (dundeal) wrote about it today, and I got 4 mails, 2 winks, and a hotlist from scammers today too. I report them all for abuse, bc got rid of 1 today. I asked God to bring them all to me so I can get rid of them, lol. Thanks for your comment, God bless you! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/4/2008 5:53 pm |
Hi Terrie, Thanks for the Reminder!!! I have been getting those type emails myself for sometime now...Alot of them get right past my Spam box... Also, A few weeks back I was watching a special on this on MSNBC W/Chris Hansen investigating on some of these scams...Alot of these come from Nigeria and other parts of Africa...They also use some women from the UK to assist them in these cons... I had mentioned myself the first couple days on here that I had a couple scammers...From Nigeria, and also from China...I asked why their profiles were removed for abuse and they refused to reply... Thanks Again, Rich Rich
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1/1/2008 8:21 am |
I appreciate all the messages....I let my membership expire , because of the female scammers from China. They needed money for medical bills. After first week, they know I'm " The one". The other needed money to furnish her new apartment, so it would look nice when I visit. Unbelievable, God help us all.... I recently renewed membership because I did meet many sincere souls @ BC. I will remain cautious and pray for guidance. Blessings to all in the New Year. Thank you for your comment. I'm so glad the Spirit led you back to bc, I, too considered cancelling my membership, initially. But, I didn't and have been so blessed by the people I have met here. There's such a comradery, at least amongst the bloggers, lol. Do you blog?Good that you didn't let the behavior of some, keep you from the blessings of many. I'll be agreeing with you for safety and protection. Blessings in the New Year! God will be GREAT, in 2008! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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1/1/2008 7:26 am |
I appreciate all the messages....I let my membership expire , because of the female scammers from China. They needed money for medical bills. After first week, they know I'm " The one". The other needed money to furnish her new apartment, so it would look nice when I visit. Unbelievable, God help us all.... I recently renewed membership because I did meet many sincere souls @ BC. I will remain cautious and pray for guidance. Blessings to all in the New Year.
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12/30/2007 5:59 am |
Steve,  You're so silly! What he said! lol PS Where's your hair brush? NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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12/30/2007 5:40 am |
What she said! And be particularly careful to avoid soaringwithchris. He is a "Wild and Crazy Guy." Besides I heard that he is having a Bad HARE day! Elmer says "I'll get that scwuwey wabbit!" Christians are like Timex watches. We take a lickin', but We keep on tickin'! Steve 
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12/29/2007 2:52 am |
Terrie, thanks so much for this post. I,too, seem to get all or 90 percent scammers. I got one today that had a profile that was half and half. One part seemed legitimate and the other wasn't. Then, of course, there are the pictures they get from no telling where. I don't respond to any of these, but I didn't know I could just report them. Appreciate you. Nancy Please be careful here, there are so many. I don't know why, unless they think Christian women are an easy mark, maybe we are? God bless you, have a blessed New Year! God will be GREAT, in 2008! Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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12/28/2007 6:49 pm |
Terrie, thanks so much for this post. I,too, seem to get all or 90 percent scammers. I got one today that had a profile that was half and half. One part seemed legitimate and the other wasn't. Then, of course, there are the pictures they get from no telling where. I don't respond to any of these, but I didn't know I could just report them. Appreciate you. Nancy
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12/23/2007 4:32 am |
Hi! I have been a member on BC now for a year, and I can't even start to tell you how many times I have received winks, emails from these scammers!! It's like its all I get lol. I actually posted a Note on my profile to the scammers, and since then its settled down. I just wanted to add to, that these men also claim to have parents who were killed when they were young, or their wife died in childbirth but don't mention if they have a child!!!! The biggest give a way is that they can't spell! For having a masters degree, don't you think they would know how to spell, let alone compose proper sentences lol. I pray that all of us women and men be careful on this site, and be still to hear the Lord's voice as he guides us through our journey of what we are seeking from this site. Merry Christmas to all of you!!! Thank you so much for your comment and insight. That's an excellent idea, putting a note to the scammers on your profile. I am in agreement with your prayers for safety and protection for all bc members, I pray it every day. Thanks for the valuable info, and Merry Christmas to you also, Terrie NOTHING that happens, happens for NOTHING I Am Truly Blessed By Each Of You Here At BC, Yes, Even You!!! What's In YOUR Past? Hey BigChurch! We're Back From Our Honeymoon! Does God REALLY Promise Not To Allow More Than We Can Bear? New Members at BigChurch, WATCH OUT!!!
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12/22/2007 11:38 pm |
Hi! I have been a member on BC now for a year, and I can't even start to tell you how many times I have received winks, emails from these scammers!! It's like its all I get lol. I actually posted a Note on my profile to the scammers, and since then its settled down. I just wanted to add to, that these men also claim to have parents who were killed when they were young, or their wife died in childbirth but don't mention if they have a child!!!! The biggest give a way is that they can't spell! For having a masters degree, don't you think they would know how to spell, let alone compose proper sentences lol. I pray that all of us women and men be careful on this site, and be still to hear the Lord's voice as he guides us through our journey of what we are seeking from this site. Merry Christmas to all of you!!!
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11/24/2007 5:47 pm |
Terrie, Thank you for your caring and wise post. -Annie
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11/24/2007 4:57 pm |
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11/24/2007 3:40 pm |
Another thing to beware of, is they automatically give you their IM (Yahoo or other)name and ask that you IM them. God is Good
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11/24/2007 3:36 pm |
I can pick em a mile away!    PENELOPE "For I know the Plans I have for you, declares the Lord" Jer 29:11
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11/24/2007 2:43 pm |
amen ,, ive been here awhile n havent been scammed but i am very thankful for this info... they do need to be exxxxxxposed..for what they are,,i tend not to be tricked so easily but some may have alot of misfortune if they do fall... ty n God bless rejoice REJOICE IN TODAY,, FOR NO ONE KNOWS WHAT TOMORROW BRINGS!!
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11/24/2007 2:38 pm |
Thank you for the tip about the groups scammeralert...i had never heard of it...and i have been on bc for a year now... There are some ppl going through a legitimate hard time however, and not trying to scamm anyone..only asking for prayer for the relief of the burdens that are so great.. Be blessed..
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11/24/2007 2:30 pm |
You have totally right,, there is many and specially from africa, russia. In the end they want money to airtickets, clothes, passports, and they are scilled to use even the bible.They have a tounge of lyings. Some say they are women, but they are men and steal picture that is not theself... Always ask to show themself on webcamera several times and ask to see the whole body and not only the face.. And always follow the regulations and the law and the EMBASSY to get WISA. Don't listen to them that they have their own agents, and ways to get WISA and tickets.. Be aware of these wolfes in sheepclothes..
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11/24/2007 2:28 pm |
Thank u Terrie appriecaite that messages.I get it all the time also. JERRY PETTY AKA MRAUTHOR2000
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