Looking for Christian Friends

MissyK222 wrote: »

ronjsteele1 wrote: »

LonsyBoy wrote: »

tad confused why a religion is focused on with losing weight, not trying to instigate but curious if its a spiritual way to help lose weight/tone up
5.5kgs is an easy goal with the right motivation, so best of luck!

The bible says our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit. Many believers (including myself) believe that keeping the "temple" healthy so one is fully able to be used by God (not limited by sluggishness, ill health, etc) is very important. Probably, those that aren't Christians would either have difficulty understanding this aspect or be adverse to discussing how it relates to weight loss. I know for me, the state of my walk with God is often mirrored in how I'm eating. Probably hard to explain the aspect of fellowship with other believers that are going through the same thing, but here's a piece of it, anyway. BTW, it's a good and fair question for you to ask.

ronjsteele1..yes!! By taking care of our temples we are honoring God. I have noticed throughout years that I eat when I feel sad, anxious, mad and so on.... By doing this I was putting (junk) Food above God since I would grab that cookie, or ice cream or cake when I should be grabbing my bible (or praying) when I have troubles instead of food that is just going to hurt my health in the long run. If you haven't read Made to Crave I highly recommend it!

^^^^Dead on.^^^^ I haven't read that book but will look at getting it. This past week the Lord has really illuminated my need to shore up my walk with Him a bit. It's easy to get complacent after being saved a long time.

Fellow brother in Christ here! Rely on him and there is nothing you can't do.. it's all in gods plan not ours

Cag_a_taY wrote: »

Any religion, if you read their holy books (not just the Bible but also the others) tells you to be a "good person". Ways to be that good person is described differently but it all sums up to the same outcome.

What you need is not just Christians, but good people even if they're a different religion, who are willing to help you, motivate you and carry you to your goals when you don't feel strong enough.

I'm not a Christian, but I believe in the same power you do..You call it God, I call it Allah. So if you don't mind a non christian willing to help you out, you can always add me.

I completely agree! I would consider myself to be a very good and moral person. I try to always speak kindly - or at least think carefully before saying anything that is unkind. I believe that how you treat others will come back and haunt you sooner or later - some call that Karma, I call that justice. I try to take care of people and do for people who cant do for themselves. I teach my children to live morally, honestly, and respectfully, to work hard and to accountability for their actions.

But I am not Christian, I am Jewish. And I don't believe that makes me any less of a good person compared to a Christian or Muslim or any other religion (or lack there of). I believe that we are supposed to build bridges where ever we can, so that when we come to a crossing that is very difficult, we can use our bridge building experience to get across. Hope that's not too deep for y'all.

mrstrod1 wrote: »

Cag_a_taY wrote: »

Any religion, if you read their holy books (not just the Bible but also the others) tells you to be a "good person". Ways to be that good person is described differently but it all sums up to the same outcome.

What you need is not just Christians, but good people even if they're a different religion, who are willing to help you, motivate you and carry you to your goals when you don't feel strong enough.

I'm not a Christian, but I believe in the same power you do..You call it God, I call it Allah. So if you don't mind a non christian willing to help you out, you can always add me.

I completely agree! I would consider myself to be a very good and moral person. I try to always speak kindly - or at least think carefully before saying anything that is unkind. I believe that how you treat others will come back and haunt you sooner or later - some call that Karma, I call that justice. I try to take care of people and do for people who cant do for themselves. I teach my children to live morally, honestly, and respectfully, to work hard and to accountability for their actions.

But I am not Christian, I am Jewish. And I don't believe that makes me any less of a good person compared to a Christian or Muslim or any other religion (or lack there of). I believe that we are supposed to build bridges where ever we can, so that when we come to a crossing that is very difficult, we can use our bridge building experience to get across. Hope that's not too deep for y'all.

Anyone can add me if they wish. Just wanted to say that this is spot-on. I do not believe that a good person is determined by being Christian or not. Am I Christian? Yes. However, I think that "good" is determined by how you live your life and treat others; it is not determined by what you call God (or even if you believe in one).

Hi I'm new here and a Christian looking for some support from other Christians! Feel free to add me!!

Is there a board for non-Christians? Like a Heathen Board because I need to be on that one.

God gives us strength, why is that so hard for some to understand....

Hi! Christian mom of five here! Looking to get in shape after having the last of the babies haha