Re: lonliness
Submitted by Bach on February 12 2000 at 12:20:34
In reply to Re: lonliness Submitted by Ben on February 12 2000 at 10:21:13
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I have never before experienced what it is like to NOT be lonely until I went into the waters of baptism under a year ago. My relationship with God fills me daily and my companionship with other brothers in the body fills in the crevices (even though it isn't supposed to). I'm so glad that the Lord has transformed your life, Ben. I think that BLs make the mistake of looking for a church which is 'watered down' enough to accept everyone, even a BL. I don't know which church this might be... some churches accept homosexuals, but I don't know of a single one that would openly accept a boylover. In reality, what we need to find is a radical church which truly lives by the Word of God, and therefore lives their lives in a way that actively loves and welcomes everyone. Amen! And this is what I have experienced in the evangelical church where I have shared of my attraction to boys. My church is often opposed for being so 'fundamentalist'. I don't think that Jesus came to earth to appease everyone and to make them feel cushy and warm. Jesus was radical, and his message was radical. Again, I must shout out, Amen!! If more Christians could trust enough to be radical in the sense that Jesus wants us to love radically, then the world would be transformed! It's great to hear from you, Ben Peace of Christ, Bach |