I'll miss you, ILH. You were a good member and it was nice to have another believer around. "Be happy if you are insulted for being a Christian, for then the glorious spirit of God will come upon you... It is no shame to suffer for being a Christian. Praise God for the privelage of being called by his onderful name!" 1 Peter, vs 14 and 16.
Being a Christian isn't easy, nor is passing the message on to others. I hope you don't leave. Sometimes the best way to show God's love and power is to be an example for others. I hope you learn something from whats happened, but at the same time don't give up on other people. "Don't lord over people assigned to your care, but lead them by your good example." 1 Peter, 5 vs 3.
Remember God's forgiveness. He loves non-believers, too. Remember when Jesus was on the cross he prayed for his persecutors. "Jesus said, "Father, forgive these people, for they do not know what they are doing."" Luke, 23 vs 34.
Whether you stay or go, I pray your faith stays strong and continues to grow.
Splat.
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