Satan is on the Attack. Are We A Church or Aren't We?
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Posted:May 22, 2006 9:50 am
Last Updated:May 23, 2007 7:07 am 2554 Views
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Upon returning to BC after a much needed prayer break, I am finding that this church is once again being attacked by perverts and others who are ALL BUT Christian. They are distressing our church and causing some of our members to want to leave us. People, we need the Christians to stay...IT'S THE PERVERTS THAT MUST GO! Do we not have the power to cast out devils in Jesus' name?
As a church, BC may be lacking, but I don't think there is a church anywhere, online or off that's not either been, being, or going to be attacked in the same ways that this church has been, is being, and will be attacked, as long as the world remains, until Christ comes.
People, we have to strengthen ourselves in the Lord once again and stand strong together with God. We have to do our part to hold together the Church of the Living God...we're not dead yet! Let's not act like we are.
When a church fails to be what we want it to be, we as people, want to run away, bury our heads in the sand, or otherwise find a way to NOT HAVE TO BE INVOLVED. What's wrong with this picture?
Church, we as Christians, can't do that. Are we a part of the Army of the Living God, or aren't we?
We can not say we are being a part of the army of God, if we seperate ourselves altogether from the problems that our brothers and sisters face.
We have to stand together in this fight. We have to stand with God. We have to decide which side we are on.
To not stand WITH the army, we show to be standing against it. Nobody on a battlefield (life; the earth) can sit on the sidelines and not be shot down by either one side or the other, for showing to be an enemy. We make ourselves vulnerable for attack...easy prey...non-moving targets.
When we turn our backs from the trouble we ALL face as Christians at one time or another in our lives, we turn our backs on what God needs us to do in the earth, as His ...we turn our backs on each other. Is this what we'd have others do unto us when we are the one under attack?
We have to hold each other up before God, and pray for each other's strength. We have to be willing to 'be there' when we see that one of our Christian kin is weak in the faith, or just plain tired because of what life on earth can do to & in us at times...we have to strengthen that one. We have to be willing to bare one another's burdens, as Christ bore our burdens at the cross. Doesn't the very word 'Christian' mean to be 'Christ like'?
If we always run from the tough stuff, how can we say that we have fellowship one with another? Where would we be if Christ had chosen to run from the burdens He faced because of OUR sin? And do we honestly think that we never burden or grieve our God, now? What if God turned His back on us when He gets weary because of our weaknesses and failures? What would we do without Him? How would we face life's problems alone?
Even in our earthly marriage ceremonies, we say the words, "in sickness and in health, 'til death do us part". Do we mean those words when we say them?
Are we not the bride of Christ? Should we not also be willing to stand with our brothers and sisters, for Christ's sake, whether they be 'sick' or 'well' in the faith? By doing so, we are standing with and for God, in deed; not just in word only.
Stand together as THE Church of the Living God, and be strong in the Lord. In THIS the Lord's name will be glorified.
With Love In Christ,
Karen
More Additions:
People, one day when we all come together in Heaven, we will be a part of THE one-and-only PERFECT CHURCH.
MEANWHILE:
The church is in us. WE either make it, or break it...BC is no exception.
CHRISTIANS, If YOU'RE not happy with what is going on in this, or any other church where YOU attend, do something about it:
1. choose the right; GET/BE INVOLVED
2. do your part
3. exercise YOUR PART of the body OF Christ
4. allow God to use YOU to make the church a better place to worship, and find fellowship with your Christian kin
ALL THE REST: Either conduct yourself in a way that is acceptable in any church, or we, the CHURCH, will be happy to show you the door. 
written by 1ladybabygirl (Karen) under inspiration because of concern for a brother in the Lord. This one's for you, James. God laid you on my heart. 
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Nurturing My Soul
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Posted:May 19, 2006 4:55 am
Last Updated:May 22, 2006 11:35 pm 2610 Views
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When life gets hard
And the going gets tough
The righteous get going
And prayers get rough
It's hard to see clearly
It's hard to see enough
But when God comes on the scene
He takes away the muck
Fighting is a must
When we can't see the end
We must pray for the light
That only God can send
There's a spiritual battle
That rages in the soul
But when God comes on the scene
All the clouds have to roll
Give it to God
He makes all things clear
He'll carry all my burdens
And wipe away my tears
written by oneladybabygirl (Karen)
Friday, May 19, 2006
Addition:
Though my heart be filled with sadness
And my eyes be filled with tears
My God knows all the answers
He'll relieve all my fears
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Another Opinion Please
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Posted:May 18, 2006 8:35 am
Last Updated:May 23, 2006 10:55 am 2619 Views
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I'm somewhat troubled this morning. I need the opinions of other Christians and my friends...people who care.
I was told that my picture #2 here at BC is somewhat provocative and too revealing.
I asked the man to tell me how, but haven't heard back from him as yet.
I want it understood that I am not, and was not at all offended by his opinion of me. I am always open to truth...even when it hurts...even when I disagree.
If I am in the wrong, I want to know, so I can change it...whatever needs to be changed. I don't want to be an offense to anyone, but a blessing to everyone.
I will indeed pray over the opinions you give...I won't just take the word of people.
God is the only one that I must please, but I do believe that I am my brothers' keeper, and that if I offend God's little ones that He will hold me accountable for it.
I'd rather do right before God without having to be placed under His judgment...without Him having to whip me. I am searching for His will regarding this issue that has been placed before me...I want to know the truth, so that the truth can make me free.
I also believe that if I am causing men to lust after me, and stumble because of it, then I have to stop.
I believe in taking the responsibility for my actions, even if the intentions of my heart are not wrong...and they aren't.
I would like to understand what the man is seeing in my picture, since I can't see what he's talking about...that's why it troubles me.
My intention was not, and is never, to give the impression of being seductive in the least. But if I am doing this and cannot see it, I would like to know so I can remove the picture.
I would appreciate your honest opinions.
Thank you.
Love,
Karen
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Give me your opinion...Do I need to change something?
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Posted:May 17, 2006 5:54 am
Last Updated:May 23, 2007 7:10 am 2584 Views
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Does my profile or writings give anyone the impression that I'm desperate, loose and looking for a man to ONLY (quote) "make love" to me?
Following is the most recent email I received from a man here at BC; the latest of many like this. I'll be nice this time and remove his name and handle. LADIES, if you have received the same and want this "man's" idenity, I'll be happy to share it with you...email me.
I have not responded to his constant beraying* of my mailbox...and me, I think...UNTIL NOW. Tell me how I did.
Beray: soil; to spatter with dirt or filth; esp. to defile with excrement.
Excrement: fecal matter; dung; droppings; stools; fecal pellets; refuse.
Refuse: the worthless, or useless part of something.
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> To: 1ladybabygirl
> Date: May 17, 2006 12:25 AM CDT
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> ....say you really didn't want to make love to me any way sweetheart, I like to make love all the time!!!!! ........HIS NAME
> ---------------------------------------------------My response:
One doesn't "make love" to/with a stranger...that's called "raw sex". I don't like the very idea of raw sex...it's repulsive...a turn off, with anyone> nothing personal.
Furthermore, if I wanted to tell anyone what I feel about "making love", I'd do it in my blog...and if I take a notion, and feel inspired, I'll do just that.
Karen
PS I am not 'flattered'...what I feel is leaning more toward 'insulted' in a huge way...quite a disappointment if you ask me what I think; if it matters at all. I don't think you've read anything I've written, and perhaps not even my profile...you may want to start there before proceeding. I'm being very patient with you; don't push me to cut loose...read my blog & profile; then you may know how to treat me and what I expect. If you want my respect, you have to be respectable. My blog will help you understand what I think of jerky men, in general.
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PS He did get one thing right, though...I didn't & and still don't want to "make love" to him...and sex with him is OUT OF THE QUESTION! YUCK! I'd put a 'yuck' smiley here, but I don't think they make one that shows how I feel...YET. 
Enjoy your day, ya'll. rofl
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Commune * with God upon your bed
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Posted:May 15, 2006 9:53 pm
Last Updated:May 23, 2007 7:23 am 2511 Views
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Let your light so shine before men, that they will see your good works and glorify your Father which is in Heaven.
When a man's ways please the Lord, He'll make even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Sometimes communing with God just simply means to speak His word back to Him.
Sometimes, it's the only thing we can say that is worth repeating.
Nurture your relationship with God...it sure beats lying in bed thinking about who you don't have beside you.
Think on good things.
1. Instead of thinking of what you don't have, think of what you do have.
2. Instead of thinking of those who are against you, think of those who stand with you...all of Heaven, for starters.
3. Instead of mourning over things lost, rejoice over things gained.
Looking back to a year ago, I can see how far we've come; how much we've gained. God's really blessed us...we have no complaints.
4. Instead of looking at what you haven't done, learn from life and move on.
Don't let mistakes and short comings hold you back and stagnate your efforts permanently.
Stale waters breed bacteria...keep the water flowing...over the ROCK for cleansing.
Look at what you CAN do better now, in the present. All things are possible to those who believe in Jesus...the Author, and the Finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him, endured the cross. Look forward to the joy that is set before you...not the sorrow of the past.
Give God praise in ALL THINGS. WOW! What a statement!
Love,
Karen
PS New albums in progress, ya'll.
COMMUNE: communicate, converse, empathize, feel at one with (I really like this one), connect, be in touch with
If we are "at one with" God, we won't feel so lonely, and the impure thoughts won't be so apt to bother us.
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UPDATE on the farm
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Posted:May 12, 2006 6:24 pm
Last Updated:May 17, 2006 5:00 am 2609 Views
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Things are settling down a bit here.
It's spring time here on the farm though, and the clean up & maintenance seems to be endless. We're lovin' it though. And now that I'm not spending all of my time on the telephone trying to please the selfish needs of a man-friend, I have time to get back to my work, and my boys. I also have time for prayer, and I'm not too tired from the lack of sleep due to the long conversations. Finally, things are getting back on track with our family schedule, as it should have been all along. Thank God for deliverance. Now we're not just dreaming of a 'new ranch' with a city man, but working our own with country people. Praise God...He definitely knows what's best for me and my boys...and I'm sure it will include a man who is genuinely interested in our family life, not just his own talk needs. Talking about it is good, but doing it is so much better.
The farm is alive this time of the year. Two clutches of chicks have hatched out just recently, and it's so nice to watch the babies peck around with their momma's.
We started our maintenance today; boy what a job! Hooves, brushing, bathing, pens, and more brushing. It's time to get the shedding winter coats combed out. Of course, my 14 year old thought he'd do a good thing and clip Cheyanne's 'bangs' again...I thought we'd done that before He looks silly now, and John feels silly. He forgot that I'd done that once, and the just plain looks better with long bangs.
The Sheltie Collie I got for my birthday is giving us a run for the money...she got out and now plays chase with us all around the neighborhood...she seems to be mad or something. I'd like my friends to pray with us that God will get ahold of that and let her stop playing games and let us catch her already. We're concerned that she's gonna get into trouble with the neighbors, or get killed on the road. Besides, I miss her in my room...she's a comfort to me.
More pray requests:
1. My German Shepherd suddenly fell ill today...we don't as yet know what is wrong with her.
2. The boys discovered a man that seemed crazed in the neighbors pasture while chasing my dog. He (the man) was doing weird things with the cows...we don't know what he's doing over there, but we contacted the owner and he says that his house had been broken into and things were stolen, and also that he has had to chase the man before.
3. My older sons: they all have moved back to my state now, and some of them seem to be trying to come back to their right thinking; pray there is no interference in their complete healing and restoration to family this time.
4. Please continue to pray for my finances; God is answering.
5. Pray that my electric business will be blessed and take off again doing well; I have handed it back to God.
6. Pray for Peter. He has been severly wounded by too much abandonment in his life, and has a very hard time accepting that anyone can love him as much as I do. I want him to be healed, and accept my love fully, and to stop denying the love he feels for me...I want desperately to hear him say it again...like he once did. He closed back up when the grief over his dad's passing away consumed him...even that is hard for him to get over; he just seems to be burying himself in his work and games.
I hope I haven't lost anyone's confidence or friendship by delaying with the emails that have come in, but I needed a prayer break, and now it's busy-busy-busy. I am working on them now as I can. If I haven't written back yet, I will. Sorry for my neglect. Also for the neglect to my groups. Sometimes we just need time away with God I think...it's all that really works.
Well, I guess I'll get back to chasing the and then get to bed...more hooves tomorrow, & goat grooming, and pen cleanups.
I hope you all know how much you mean to me. Just knowing you're here for me has been & is a great comfort to me. I hope I can also be a comfort to all of you.
God Bless & Keep you all in His will.
Karen
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Hinds Feet and High Places...Let Me Walk Where You Walk
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Posted:May 9, 2006 6:43 pm
Last Updated:May 23, 2007 7:27 am 2459 Views
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Life is too hard for me it seems.
The hopes and the let downs.
The dreams lost.
No one to share the rest of my life with.
All of the despairs.
The griefs, the pain, the disappointments I bare.
Dear God,
Let my life reflect You and Your ways in every part of it.
Let me not be a burden to You...a frustration to Your heart...a grievious burden to bare.
Help me to never go on about my life as if You don't exist...You have always existed, even before the earth was formed.
Let me be nothing but a blessing to those around me, and those who are just passing through. Let me be remembered by this when my life on earth ends.
Let me not toil and struggle when you chisle on me, and mold me into something more beautiful than my parents made me to be.
Nothing of myself, Lord...but all of You.
Nothing by myself, but let everything in my life be directed by You, and You alone...nothing by me, for I fail Lord...still You never let me down.
For You alone are God, and You alone can do all things without asking me if it's okay, or informing me of Your intent or purpose for my life.
You made me; not the opposite way around...and I am fearfully and wonderfully made for Your glory, and your pleasure...oh please make me a pleasure to you, and a joy to have around Lord.
Let me be Your wholly, and forever...I only want to be Yours. Cleanse me of all unrighteousness and make me a that You can be pleased with...help me to never grieve Your heart.
Let Your glory surround me, and comfort me in my distress.
Protect me from my enemies, and those who would cause me pain, or grieve my heart. Let my eyes stay fixed on You.
Let Your peace abound in my life, in my heart, and upon the people that you send to me.
I pray it all in Jesus name.
Amen.
Love,
Karen
This is the day that the Lord hath made; I will rejoice and be glad in it.
I will sing a new song, for the Lord only maketh me to dwell in safety.
He will give me hinds feet so that I may walk upon the places that are too high for me.
I will be free, for who the Lord hath made free is free indeed.
I believe...help Thou mine unbelief.
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Announcement - New Group - Karen's Place :)
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Posted:May 8, 2006 7:02 am
Last Updated:May 9, 2006 5:04 pm 2318 Views
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Ladies, I thought it was time for a woman's group, so I formed one just for us. I hope you all will join.
I just created it, so it's pending as of this morning.
"Karen's Place"...where women can be who they are...what/who God made them to be.
Let's have fun!
Love ya'll,
Karen
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"Aint He Cool" :)
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Posted:May 8, 2006 6:29 am
Last Updated:May 19, 2006 8:42 pm 2420 Views
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God is so cool, ya'll! He never ceases to amaze me.
Remember my bills for May? What looks impossible to us, is NOT impossible for God! Read on.
UPDATE on bills for May, 2006:
1. Five bills are paid, 9 to go.
2. Three of the 5 highest bills are paid.
3. Nothing's turned off.
4. Almost 1/2 of the total of my bills for May is paid.
The worst is over for the month of May.
Keep praying people. Prayer changes things, and the fervent prayer of the righteous man availeth much. There's nothing God can't do.
Love ya'll,
Karen
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MY BLOGS ARE BACK! Praise God! Have a party! :))
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Posted:May 5, 2006 10:34 pm
Last Updated:May 6, 2006 10:22 pm 2493 Views
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Hey ya'll, I just looked! My blog entries I wrote on April 20th are back! SO COOL! God is awesome indeed!
Hey, now I think I'll go back and see if the first one that disappeared is there.
Take care,
Karen
And the blessings kept on coming...the flour & oil never ran out during the famine because God saw her need, and blessed her. YES!
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