http://forum.anointedyouth.org/ en Thu, 17 May 2012 09:46:16 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forum.anointedyouth.org/images/misc/rss.jpg http://forum.anointedyouth.org/ http://forum.anointedyouth.org/relationships/21687-christian-public-school-teachers.html Thu, 17 May 2012 05:31:50 GMT First off, I apologize if I put this in the wrong section. I figured since this had to with a student-teacher relationship, it could go here. :confused:

There's a verse in the Bible that says "And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." While reading this, I thought about how this applies to the school teacher. For those who go or went to public schools, did you know or have any teachers who were open Christians? I know not all teachers like to reveal stuff like that, but I'm guessing there are some who show it in small ways.

For example, I used to have a history teacher who would have some scripture posters around his desk. And on his filing cabinet, he had a ton of christian bumper stickers. He didn't force his beliefs on anyone though, and wouldn't mind answering questions as long as they were in private. This year I have an awesome English teacher who's a Christian and once when I was having a really bad day spiritually, he came and talked to me about some of my problems (it wasn't during class instruction, I was in his classroom during lunch to make up some class work) and I really appreciated it. It sort of lifted up my spirits, I guess you can say, since I don't really have many adults/role models I can talk about stuff like that in real life. And it was nice to know there was a teacher like him who was glad to talk to younger brothers and sisters of Christ.

So, do you think it's okay for a teacher to be open about their faith in God? Do you wish there were more teachers like that, or would it be for the best if they kept it private and to themselves? ]]> Relationships NeonSky http://forum.anointedyouth.org/relationships/21687-christian-public-school-teachers.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/prayer-praise/21686-its-raining-i-enjoy.html Tue, 15 May 2012 22:10:40 GMT I have a comfortable home and I enjoy hearing it rain outside; it's very soothing and especially more fun when it rains harder.

Anyway, I want all who read this to pray for the people who you either know personally, or know exist, that are:

1) homeless and may not enjoy the rain as much,
2) anyone and everyone struggling in life in general,
3) give thanks and praise if your environment is enjoyable and God is blessing you.

I know this may sound very hypocritical somehow, but I just want us to slow down and pray for the more important things in life: others, and those especially who have it rough. And then for ourselves. ]]> Prayer and Praise ChristianT http://forum.anointedyouth.org/prayer-praise/21686-its-raining-i-enjoy.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/relationships/21685-kissing-how-broach-subject.html Tue, 15 May 2012 17:34:59 GMT Okay so this is sort of odd, even in Christian circles I guess :P especially in England where things are, I think, often less fundamental. Basically in my first few terms at uni I went a bit off the rails, drinking a lot etc. This lead to me kissing totally random people and on one occasion... Okay so this is sort of odd, even in Christian circles I guess :P especially in England where things are, I think, often less fundamental.

Basically in my first few terms at uni I went a bit off the rails, drinking a lot etc. This lead to me kissing totally random people and on one occasion going a bit further than kissing. Luckily nothing bad came further out of it; I remained a virgin and plan to do so until I'm married.

So because of this I want to make sure that when I start dating a Godly person in a Godly way that the kissing isn't just a thing we do. I want it to mean something every time we do it. I know that when you kiss that your whole body responds and let's be honest, we girls do want to go further. That's portrayed as a very male issue but it often isn't solely a problem for guys. We just hide it better I guess. But yeah, I want to wait until a time when those responses are appropriate.

How would you go about telling a guy this? Guys, if a girl told you this would you think it weird or disagree? ]]> Relationships Becca http://forum.anointedyouth.org/relationships/21685-kissing-how-broach-subject.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/prayer-praise/21684-important-missing-person.html Tue, 15 May 2012 02:36:32 GMT I put this in the shoutbox but wanted to post it here too...

I got a text from a close friend yesterday asking for prayers. Her aunt has gone missing and as of this morning, has still not been located. There are some complicating factors which I'm not comfortable going into details about - only know that there is reason for signifcant concern. Please pray for everyone involved, that God would comfort the family during this stressful time and prayer for a safe return.

God knows details - I rarely use capitals on here but PLEASE PLEASE keep this in your prayers over today and the next few days.

Thank you all so much in advance. ]]> Prayer and Praise Little princess http://forum.anointedyouth.org/prayer-praise/21684-important-missing-person.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/daughter-sons-christ/21683-prayer-unanswered.html Sun, 13 May 2012 06:10:09 GMT I remember being curled up in my bed, night after night, whispering a prayer to God. The Bible tells us to give God our requests and I had taken those words to heart. There was something which I was praying for -- which I was praying a lot for because at the time it was important to me and... I remember being curled up in my bed, night after night, whispering a prayer to God. The Bible tells us to give God our requests and I had taken those words to heart. There was something which I was praying for -- which I was praying a lot for because at the time it was important to me and something (or someone ;) ) I wanted a lot -- but night after night, day after day, my prayer remained unanswered. It didn't seem to matter how many different ways I phrased it, God just wasn't answering my prayer in the way that I wanted him to do so. In fact, he didn't seem to be answering it at all and I was left confused. :102:

Sound familiar?

It's only now that I realise God did answer my prayer -- he just wasn't doing so in the way that I wanted him to do or in the time-frame I wanted. And knowing what I know now, I am oh so glad that God didn't answer that prayer as I wanted!! For he could see the big picture, which I didn't see at the time but which (in hindsight) is clearer. He knew that if I had got my prayer as I wanted then it would not have been good. (and he also knew that if he had given me a clear "no" then I probably wouldn't have been ready to hear that).

I'm pretty sure I'm not the only person who'se prayed a prayer which wasn't answered in the way that they wanted and who has later been oh so glad that God didn't answer it! Sometimes as sons and daughters of God, we focus a lot on those prayers which were answered as we want and forget that sometimes God answers them in different ways, in different times or knows better than to answer them at all!

So, I thought I'd open floor and pass the baton onto you -- anyone got some stories to share? Big things? Small things? Anything at all!! ]]> Daughter and Sons of Christ Little princess http://forum.anointedyouth.org/daughter-sons-christ/21683-prayer-unanswered.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/prayer-praise/21682-its-all-happening-so-fast.html Sat, 12 May 2012 03:03:37 GMT About three weeks ago i finally stopped the fighting and confessed to God that i wanted to becoms a youth minister to teach and lead young adults to christ. two weeks after that i was asked to create and lead a bible study for 30 teens that i never met before. Im currently writing the next... About three weeks ago i finally stopped the fighting and confessed to God that i wanted to becoms a youth minister to teach and lead young adults to christ.

two weeks after that i was asked to create and lead a bible study for 30 teens that i never met before. Im currently writing the next lesson and i didnt realize how hard this was going to be. I dont know if im ready to share God as much as i want when i trip and fall in my own faith.

I guess im asking for the strength to lead these kids in the direction God wants them to go.

Also yesterday i was in the christian book store and i saw a piece of paper to adopt a child i saw her face and knew God was telling me to take the jump and he will be there. Her name in naylin evelin and she lives in el salvador im currently financially supporting her and writing letter back and forth ( i havent recieved one yet im sure that will take a few months). But my request is that we all pray for her and her mother to be supported and to have the strength to stay strong with God. Also to know that all of us here on AY love her dearly and are praying for her.

Thank you all and God bless. ]]> Prayer and Praise Sdouglas91 http://forum.anointedyouth.org/prayer-praise/21682-its-all-happening-so-fast.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/meet-greet/21681-me.html Fri, 11 May 2012 02:31:38 GMT My name is Steven and im a fairly young christian of about 3 years now. I am looking to help people with things that i went through in my life and to be helped by other people. IM really loking foward to chatting and making lifelong connections with brothers and sisters in christ. My name is Steven and im a fairly young christian of about 3 years now. I am looking to help people with things that i went through in my life and to be helped by other people. IM really loking foward to chatting and making lifelong connections with brothers and sisters in christ. ]]> Sdouglas91 http://forum.anointedyouth.org/meet-greet/21681-me.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/testimonies/21680-perseverance-saints.html Thu, 10 May 2012 18:34:11 GMT Pre-Script: I probably maxed out on the word count ;)

Testimony

Before I was six, my memory is spotted and only supplemented by knowledge I got later in life. I'm currently 16.

When I was 5, my parents got divorced. Up until second grade, I went to a Christian private school and learned biblical principles and truths alongside things like the alphabet and math.

From second grade until seventh grade, I didn't have many friends and my "faith" turned out to just be a list of facts the Bible supports and not any genuine commitment. [Thank God He didn't leave me alone ;) ] So in that time span, I didn't have many friends and didn't really know how to make any. My days in school were focused on schoolwork and not annoying other kids too much.

In seventh grade (and eighth grade), I made friends with several people who I met in band and piano class. In eighth grade, one of those friends: "B.B." and I emailed each other over that summer. And at the end of the summer, he invited me to come to his youth group. So date-wise, this was the beginning of last school year (August 2010).

Over a span of 4 visits, I realized I sinned regularly and that the Bible says I need to do nothing but repent of my sins, ask Jesus to forgive me, and to walk with God every day. Ever since, I've been saved by grace, matured in the faith and in knowledge, and better at making friends and being more open and questioning with people. Over 1+ year(s), I've learned many things, and developed a tolerance for Christians of all orthodox shapes and sizes.

I may not have an amazing testimony filled with depression, visions unto conversion, or dramatic change. But I can speak for all people of this: Christianity is a very logical, realistic belief system and the Bible is an extremely legitimate source for spiritual truth. Miracles may not be common, but only an adulterous generation seeks only miracles. ;) My testimony is one of God's persistence, His intricate orchestration of events (sovereignty), and His irresistible love.

If you are (re/)considering Christianity or a particular Christian church, or are a Christian, I recommend you study the Bible very carefully, studying: the ancient Hebrew culture, biblical history, and common answers to questions regarding the Bible and Christianity. Study the particular church, checking whether they use biblical verses (1) in context (2) , and explain them (3). If one church doesn't work for you after some effort, keep looking for one that effectively connects you to the network of saints and to God. Overall, ask questions, never give up, and have fun in your search for truth!

God bless you.
-C.T. ]]> Testimonies ChristianT http://forum.anointedyouth.org/testimonies/21680-perseverance-saints.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/meet-greet/21679-newbie-alert-hello-everyone.html Thu, 10 May 2012 03:27:05 GMT Hi there! My name is Arleen, I'm 16 for about two more weeks, and I'm from Southern California. :biggrin: I was looking for a place to discuss and help further mature my faith and to also meet new friends, and that's when I found this site which seemed like a cool place. :) I hope I can grow into this little family that's here and have fun. :) God bless!


]]> NeonSky http://forum.anointedyouth.org/meet-greet/21679-newbie-alert-hello-everyone.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/chit-chat/21676-whered-they-go-official-bbl-thread.html Thu, 10 May 2012 00:27:58 GMT Headed off the forum for a bit? Going on vacation, taking a break, having computer troubles that mean you won't be around for a week or two, or more? Make a note here to let us know so that we don't worry in your absence. :)

This thread replaces the previous BBL (Be Back Later) subforum; its threads have been transferred here. ]]> Chit Chat Damaris http://forum.anointedyouth.org/chit-chat/21676-whered-they-go-official-bbl-thread.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/chit-chat/21675-three-wishes.html Wed, 09 May 2012 10:08:46 GMT It's something which has been on my mind this afternoon after helping some little kids and I thought it could prompt some interesting (and fun) discussion on here:

If you had three wishes -- what would they be? And why?

The floor is all yours... feel free to be as light-hearted or as serious as you wish! ]]> Chit Chat Little princess http://forum.anointedyouth.org/chit-chat/21675-three-wishes.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/chit-chat/21674-happy-birthday-amanda.html Wed, 09 May 2012 07:09:42 GMT I just noticed it's your birthday! Hope you have a blessed day today and year to come. :hug:

I'm honored to know you and looking forward to what God has in store for you in the near future. :) ]]> Chit Chat Damaris http://forum.anointedyouth.org/chit-chat/21674-happy-birthday-amanda.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/literature/21672-what.html Tue, 08 May 2012 18:08:47 GMT I haven't written anything creative in a long time. This is a rhyme that I wrote yesterday, it is called What?

What does it mean?
The One I want to know
My eyes haven’t seen
But I’m willing to go

What about you?
He loves you too
He hung on that tree
For you and for me

What about grace?
How sweet that sound
We no longer are bound
We will see Him face-to-face

What can I give?
That He didn’t give me
Not even the life I live
Still in me it is He they should see

What? ]]> Literature justified http://forum.anointedyouth.org/literature/21672-what.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/literature/21671-two-poems-one-prayer.html Tue, 08 May 2012 01:41:18 GMT Here, I will post a couple poems I wrote several months ago. The first one doubles as a prayer (directed to God, obviously), whereas the second one doubles as a letter or poem narrated by God. I hope you enjoy these, I know I sure did!

You set the stars in the sky,
You separated "low" from "high."
In the beginning, a split instant of creation.
A minute earlier, you planned my salvation.
Who am I, but a working of your hands,
Yet you love me and really understand.
What have I ever done to deserve your favor?
In the blink of an eye you became my Savior.
Poverty, death-the ultimate sacrifice,
You experienced because nothing I could do would suffice.
Created by You, I have breath, life, and existence.
Deformed by Satan, I have guilt, death, and defiance.
Redeemed by Jesus, I have new life, hope, and persistence.
Please guide, protect, and challenge me, Oh God.
Test my heart and cleanse me, Lord.
Teach my brothers and sisters your ways,
Allow me to teach them for all of my days.
To teach and point towards you is my dream,
I desire to inform others about your offer to redeem.
My prayers are with the hurting people of this world
And the people who have yet to come to you, Father.
Awaken my heart everyday while I shield my heart from sin.
I know I can't resist forever, but by your grace may I win.
Finally God, awaken the church from her slumber,
Rebuke then forgive her for any spiritual growth encumbered.
As you have lived for me,
So will I live for you.
Amen.


You study my Words, you follow my commands.
I feed you, clothe you, I raise you with my hands.
All I ask is for you to obey,
How do you respond? You wander; you stray.
My word is clear regarding my intention,
My Word declares it from Genesis to Revelation.
I shall not prove unfaithful, I love you still.
Justice is a value, in you, I will instill.
Death is the judgement—your sentence in the Grave.
However through me, there is a Way-
A way out of the pain from the sin you earn.
For My love, my favor, once again you will yearn.
Forever we shall live in harmony,
Songs from you directed at me, sweet hymns of poetry.
Worship, power, and fame-
Men want it, fight for it, kill for it with no shame.
The very things that they crave, I gave
So that you may come to know my name.
In the darkness you fled to,
I came and it appeared impromptu.
For me to see you, you thought it was random.
For your sin I was made ransom.
Your friends, your family, neighbors and such-
I love them too, just as much!
Tell them about me every chance you get,
So along with you they won't forget-
That I made them, and you as well,
For the greatest love that conquers evil and hell.
God is the name of that love,
It was declared yours from above.
Now that you have heard from me,
Repent! Go, teach, and baptize in the name of the Trinity.

]]> Literature ChristianT http://forum.anointedyouth.org/literature/21671-two-poems-one-prayer.html http://forum.anointedyouth.org/meet-greet/21670-greetings.html Tue, 08 May 2012 01:28:48 GMT Hello everyone, my name is Christian (obviously), and you may realize this, but I'm a Christian! :biggrin: Well, my reasons for joining these forums are fellowship, discussions, maybe debates, and overall fun! I hope that I may be a brother in the faith to some, and the some of you may act as bigger siblings in the faith for me. If I failed to include anything, inquire of it, and I'll be happy to answer.

God bless you,
-C.T. ]]> ChristianT http://forum.anointedyouth.org/meet-greet/21670-greetings.html