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[Nathaniel]

Hi, I'm Nathaniel, I'm not the best as words and its possible I may say to much or too little so please bear with me. I'm a relatively new believer, I accepted Jesus Christ as my savior about two months ago. He has helped me tremendously and has brought lots of joy into my life. I'm doing my best to walk in the path of righteousness as he would want me to do; Before I thought but now wouldn't classify my self as saved. I wasn't doing the will of God and I don't think i ever asked to be saved. I always believed in Jesus i think but he certainly wasn't my priority. It is kind of hard to explain but I think these verses can pretty much sum up the previous me. Luke 6:46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? and Matthew 7:21 Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. I've been studying the bible for the most part daily I'm Joshua Chapter Two i think. I've also dont lots of topical study and have listened to many sermons about one a day. I'm a christian first and foremost and believe the bible literally. If i had to categorize my beliefs I'd say I'm Fundamental Baptist; I didn't say i was a Independent Fundamental Baptist when i joined as i haven't exactly found a definition for that and i wasn't sure if it was any different. I found you all through The Fundamental Top 500 and have been reading your site for a few weeks. I'm shy and I worry way too much (which i struggle with daily and is one of the things I'm trying very hard to work on) and that is why i didn't join sooner. I have quite a few questions which I am a tad stuck on. I have a forming opinion but, I want to hear other like minded believers opinions before I decide. Some of them might be a tad controversial but from what I've seen on your site over the past few weeks is that you all are very mature about your debates but, nevertheless i wanted to ask permission and introduce myself before i posted. I hope i said enough for my introduction and yet not too much. I look forward to chatting with you all.

Edited October 25, 2010 by Nathaniel

[Saved IFB]

Welcome to the message board, Nathaniel. I am pleased to make your acquaintance. I am also very happy you decided to register and tell us about your life. We, I think have all been there, sitting in your place, wondering about things in life. I would encouage you to ask as many questions as you can, so that the believers in Christ can guide you in the right direction.

Welcome!!!!

[irishman]

Hi Nathan, glad to hear that you are reading the Bible daily, there are a lot of Christians around who have never read it from cover to cover yet. Keep up the good work, and, by the way, welcome to Online Baptist. Can we call you "Nate"?

[John81]

Howdy! It's good to have you join us. If you have questions it's good to seek answers. Always remember to compare the answers you receive to the Word of God.

[Pastor Matt]

Nathaniel, thanks for joining. Praise the Lord about your salvation, that is the best decision that you can ever make. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. We try and discuss things in a mature manner rather than debate and argue with each other. We do not always succeed, but we try.


Ask away...

[Brother Rick]

Welcome aboard!

[JerryNumbers]

Welcome Nathaniel, I to was shy, God can change that.

[Nathaniel]

Thank you all for the great welcome! It's nice to meet you all I'll prepare my questions soon and do my best to post them in the correct areas

irishman : Sure if you want , Nathaniel, Nate or Nath are fine.

John81 : I'll be sure to compare! ^.^

[sfspurlock]

Welcome Nate! Congratulations on your salvation too!

[Nathaniel]

Thanks ^^!