All About GOD
ERICA~
Female
Oshkosh, WI
United States
Profile Information:
- Gender
- Female
- Country (not County)
- USA
- Occupation:
- LPN
- I'm here to...
- meet friends and understand more about GOD
- Interests:
- nature, hiking, camping, fishing, working out, animals, reading, writing, drawing, cooking, being at the lake, music, being with friends and family and enjoying life!
- I'm passionate about...
- The environment, my relationship with God, spirituality, i don't know i have an opinion on just about everything.
- My story with God
- My parents didn't really take me to church. In fact i was baptised Luthernan and confirmed Methodist. They got divorced when i was younger, and my mother got remarried shortly after. My dad was an alcoholic and did drugs but he was still a great dad to me and my brother never laid a hand on us. My mom was distant and i resented her for a long time. When i was 14 i followed the same path my dad did. I started drinking and doing drugs. It was a way to escape. I dated a guy who did they same stuff and we were together for like 2 and half years. I found out he was doing cocaine and decided to end it because he starte to change and become violent. A few months later i got into trouble and got arrested for pot. I decided that i wasn't going to buy it anymore but i contiuned to use. I then met another guy who seemed to have his life together. I stopped doing drugs shortly after i met him but continued to party and drink heavily. I haven't done any drugs in four years for that i am very proud. I was happy in my relationship but after time it started to fall apart. We drank a lot together and it seemed to be a normal thing in our relationship. He became very manipulitive and would blame everything that went wrong on me. He later cheated on me numerous times and it broke my heart. I started to drink and party non-stop after we broke up and i didn't care what happened to me. I would get loaded and get behind the wheel. There are nights i don't remember driving. I know God took the wheel those nights. I started nursing school a few months later but felt like things just weren't right in my life. I met a girl in my classes and we started talking. Eventually she started talking about God and how He should be apart of my life. I have always had thoughts about God but never really had answers. I finally became and believer and cleaned up my life. I am a nurse today at a hospital and I hope to get my RN and drug and alcohol counseling degree to help others who are in the spot I used to be. I think that God has led me to do that because i can relate to the people with addictions. My dad's side of the family and all my past relationships have been alcoholics and drug addicts so i can related to the spouses and children of addicts too. God has sent me on this journey and I am so blessed to have finally taken the right path. I know now that I am here to be His earthangel to help others who were once like me.
- Other stuff about me:
- I don't know what else to say now that you know my life story! lol You can tell i like to write once i get going i can stop! Any questions just ask!
Carla
Greetings and Blessings! This is Carla, one of TheNET moderators here. Welcome to this wonderful family of Jesus followers! We're glad you are here.
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Once again, thanks for joining TheNET. I hope you make lots of good friends here and keep growing in the wisdom and knowledge of the Lord.
I look forward to getting to know you.
God Bless!
Carla/NET moderator
Jul 12, 2008
Joey Co
God bless you
Jul 13, 2008
Stew
Blessings to you.
-Stew
Jul 13, 2008
Nienie
Thanks for your testimony, all the praises for God that heal our lives and then uses us to uplift others lives!
Glad you joined our wonderful internet family, sharing the love of Christ, learning and growing in your spiritual life.And as a bonus making wonderful friends.
May you experience a wonderful fellowship and growth with all the others by joining in the groups and forums and share the love of Christ.
Blessings Nienie
Jul 13, 2008
kathleen aldea
with more health than illness,
you are more blessed than the
million who won't survive the week.
If you have never experienced
the danger of battle,
the loneliness of imprisonment,
the agony of torture or
the pangs of starvation,
you are ahead of 20 million people
around the world.
If you can attend a church meeting
without fear of harassment,
arrest, torture, or death,
you are more blessed than almost
three billion people in the world.
If you have food in your refrigerator,
clothes on your back, a roof over
your head and a place to sleep,
you are richer than 75% of this world.
If you have money in the bank,
in your wallet, and spare change
in a dish someplace, you are among
the top 8% of the world's wealthy.
If your parents are still married and alive,
you are very rare, especially in this World
today.
If you hold up your head with a smile
on your face and are truly thankful,
you are blessed because the majority can,
but most do not.
If you can hold someone's hand, hug them
or even touch them on the shoulder,
you are blessed because you can
offer God's healing touch.
If you can read this message,
you are more blessed than over
two billion people in the world
that cannot read anything at all.
You are so blessed in ways
you may never even know.
Jul 13, 2008
Moomins
Jul 14, 2008
nirmal
bless you thanks for your testimony your not alone christ
is with you he will never forsake you
may god bless you
in christ
pastor nirmal from india
Jul 14, 2008
Kayode Yinka Olufemi
Jul 15, 2008
Kayode Yinka Olufemi
Jul 15, 2008
kathleen aldea
I asked God to take away my pain
God said, No
-it is not for me to take away,
But for you to give up.
I asked God to make my handicapped child whole
God said, No
-Her spirit was whole, her body was only temporary.
I asked God to grant me patience
God said, No
-patience is a by-product of tribulations,
It isn’t granted, it is earned.
I asked God to give me happiness
God said, No
-I give you blessings, happiness is up to you.
I asked God to make my spirit grow
God said, No
-you must grow on your own
but I will prune you to make you fruitful.
I asked for all things that I might enjoy life
God said, No
-I will give you life so that you may enjoy all things
I asked God to helped me LOVE others,
as much as He loves me
God said…..
Ahhh, finally you have the idea.
God loves You!
Jul 16, 2008
Chiranjib Chatterjee
I am from India. I would liketo be your friend for prayer and exchange of ideas and views. I am serving Lord through India Campus Crusade for Christ. Hope to get your early reply.
Thank you.
Yours in Him
Chiranjib Chatterjee
Jul 19, 2008
kathleen aldea
THAT IF WE ASK ANYTHING ACCORDING TO HIS WILL, HE
HEARS US. AND IF WE KNOW THAT HE HEARS US,
WHATEVER WE ASK, WE KNOW THAT WE HAVE THE
PETITIONS THAT WE HAVE ASKED OF HIM.
( 1 JOHN 5:14-15 *NKJV )
We often find ourselves to busy to stop and say a prayer
when we have a rough day. In this life everything seems like
it has to be accomplished A.S.A.P. So we often forget to
speak to God in prayer about it before we react.
Therefore one must remember that; THE PRAYER OF A
RIGHTEOUS MAN IS POWERFUL AND EFFECTIVE!.
( JAMES 5:16 *NIV ) More powerful and more effective than
anything else on this Earth, even when we must react
As Soon As Possible.
Now friend, have you ever wondered about the
abbreviation A.S.A.P.? Generally we think of it in terms
of even more hurry and stress in our lives. Maybe if we
think of this abbreviation in a different manner, we will
begin to find a new way to deal with those rough days
along the way...
So when.......
There's work to do, deadlines to meet;
You've got no time to spare,
But as you hurry and scurry-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER
In the midst of family chaos,
"Quality time" is rare.
Do your best; let God do the rest-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.
It may seem like your worries
Are more than you can bear.
Slow down and take a breather-
ASAP - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER
God knows how stressful life is;
He wants to ease our cares,
And He'll respond to all your needs
A.S.A.P. - ALWAYS SAY A PRAYER.
Jul 22, 2008
Chiranjib Chatterjee
Wecan be good friends by sharing our joys and sorrows.
With love and prayer.
Yours friend
Chiranjib
Jul 22, 2008
kathleen aldea
imikimi - Customize Your World
Jul 25, 2008
nirmal
Greetings from India
I am Bless to know about you and to have you as a friend and a sister in Christ
it is my prayer that we would encourage each other and build a close friendship but above all worship God for reaching out to the Lost
Have you been to India ? which church you attend back home?
I am currently leading a church Planting ministry with the people group in our state mainly focusing in the rural Parts of India by the grace of God we have house churches in different villages in Maharasthra the churches are called King of Kings fellowship its non- denomination work reaching to the unreached
If you like to know more about the Ministry Please let me know I will send you
please uphold us in your prayers
Iam looking forward to hear from you and what God is doing in your life
May God bless you
Nirmal India
Jul 28, 2008
kathleen aldea
Long time ago, there was an Emperor who told his horseman that if he could ride on his horse and cover as much land area as he likes, then the Emperor would give him the area of land he has covered.
Sure enough, the horseman quickly jumped onto his horse and rode as fast as possible to cover as much land area as he could. He kept on riding and riding, whipping the horse to go as fast as possible. When he was hungry or tired, he did not stop because he wanted to cover as much area as possible.
Came to a point when he had covered a substantial area and he was exhausted and was dying. Then he asked himself, "Why did I push myself so hard to cover so much land area? Now I am dying and I only need a very small area to bury myself."
The above story is similar with the journey of our Life. We push very hard everyday to make more money, to gain power and recognition. We neglect our health , time with our family and to appreciate the surrounding beauty and the hobbies we love.
One day when we look back , we will realize that we don't really need that much , but then we cannot turn back time for what we have missed.
Life is not about making money, acquiring power or recognition.
______________________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _____
Life is definitely
not about work!
Work is only necessary to keep us living so as to enjoy the beauty and pleasures of life.. Life is a balance of Work and Play, Family and Personal time.
You have to decide how you want to balance your Life. Define your priorities, realize what you are able to compromise but always let some of your decisions be based on your instincts. Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of Life, the whole aim of human existence. So, take it easy, do what you want to do and appreciate nature. Life is fragile , Life is short. Do not take Life for granted. Live a balanced lifestyle and enjoy Life!
Watch your thoughts ; they become words.
Watch your words ; they become actions.
Watch your actions ; they become habits..
Watch your habits; they become character .
Watch your character; it becomes your destiny
So enjoy every day as yours.........
Jul 30, 2008
kathleen aldea
RECEIVED ONE BLESSING AFTER ANOTHER.
( JOHN 1:16 *NIV )
Always remember to count our blessings each day, and to
thank God for them! For no matter what we have, when we
look around us, we find others who have less! So never feel
sorry for ourself, instead start counting our blessings, for that
should cheer u up indeed.
Now we know that when things disappoint us, we are sad and
often depressed. However it is written that we should: BE
JOYFUL ALWAYS; PRAY CONTINUALLY; GIVE THANKS IN
ALL CIRCUMSTANCES, FOR THIS IS GOD'S WILL FOR YOU
IN JESUS CHRIST. ( 1 THESSALONIANS 5:16-18 )
Therefore, never feel that God doesn't hear our prayers
because a prayer isn't answered the way we want, or something
goes wrong in our life. For our Heavenly Father always knows
what is best for us, and: HE WILL NOT LEAVE YOU NOR
FORSAKE YOU. ( DEUTERONOMY 31:6 )
So my friend, remember to always: GIVE THANKS TO THE
LORD, CALL ON HIS NAME; MAKE KNOWN AMONG THE
NATIONS WHAT HE HAS DONE for you!
( 1 CHRONICLES 16:8 )
In closing, MAY THE GRACE OF THE LORD JESUS
CHRIST, AND THE LOVE OF GOD, AND THE
FELLOWSHIP OF THE HOLY SPIRIT BE WITH YOU ALL,
now and always! Amen! ( 2 CORINTHIANS 13:14 )
Aug 1, 2008
kathleen aldea
'Keep your heart with all diligence,
for out of it spring the issues of life..'
Proverbs 4:23
Today's Scripture reading emphasizes the importance of caring for our heart.
Are we keeping spiritually fit?
WEIGHT: Do we need to lose the weight of unnecessary burdens and cares?
PULSE: Are we maintaining a steady rhythm of gratitude and praise?
BLOOD PRESSURE: Is our trust greater than our anxiety?
DIET: Are we enjoying the life-giving nutrients of the Word of God?
Have you checked your heart lately?
To keep spiritually fit,Consult with the Great Physician...
O Lord, You see what's in the heart...
There's nothing hid from You;
So help us live the kind of life..
that's filled with love for You...Amen...
Aug 14, 2008
uday bhaskar
Dec 18, 2008
kathleen aldea
Soul food for the Day: The CENTER...
The center chapter of the BIBLE is Psalm 118.. there are 594 chapters before and after Psalm 118
And if we will add this we will get 1188... in which the center verse of the BIBLE is PSALM 118:8
What is the significant of Psalm 118:8 in God's perfect will for our lives?
It is better to trust in the LORD, than to put confidence in man.-- Psalm 118:8
When things get tough, always remember faith doesn't get you around trouble..
it gets you through it!
When you relinquish the desire to control your future you obtain happiness...
Prayer:
Father God, bless my friend in whatever it is that you know he/she may be needing this day....
May their life be full of your peace, prosperity and power as they seek to have closer relationship with you. Amen...
Apr 3, 2009
kathleen aldea
Dec 18, 2009