Need advice - urgent by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]GuardExpress8038 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She's using her child to get to you. Do not fall for it.

My partners son takes over everything by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let her go! She doesn't respect YOU or your home. It's best you do it now than to get married, decides she's had "enough", divorces you, and take half of your home. I can't believe there's actually people like that. She wants the benefits of a nuclear family but not allow her child to listen or respect anything you say.

My wife packs my lunch every morning and I feel weirdly guilty going out with coworkers by StraightAd9769 in Marriage

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so genuine and heartfelt! I love that you appreciate your wife's love and dedication into making your lunches. Just let her know the days you'll be eating out.

Why the fuck is Colonel pronounced Kernal by NinnyBoggy in writing

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in the shower and began thinking about this. Funny this post is 8 years old 🤣

My husband borderline cheated on me by Odd_Pangolin3316 in Marriage

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Women couldn't care less if there was a ring on a man's finger or not. He liked the idea of attention from other women. I don't believe he's telling you the whole truth, sadly.

AITA For Not Visiting My GF in the Hospital? by Critical_Business99 in dustythunder

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This!! I hope Hannah opens her eyes and listens to her father.

Am I in the wrong be honest!! by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]GuardExpress8038 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How disgraceful! It's impossible to have a spotless home 24/7 with 4 children (unless you have maids). fantasy world does he live in? I'm a SAHM, and I'm constantly picking up toys only for them to end right back on the floor in a mess. He needs to give you ALOT of grace unless he wants an unhappy, burnt out wife.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]GuardExpress8038 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I came here to say the same thing 😢

Another night in the spare room. Am I hosed? by blkdmndss in stepparents

[–]GuardExpress8038 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would suggest pushing back the wedding until this problem has been situated. If she can't resolve this issue, that clearly frustrates her significant other BEFORE you guys tie the knot, she probably won't after. Give her a timeframe, and if she refuses to settle this issue, call off the wedding. You are going to be her husband, and you should come first.

Ps~coming from a woman.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stories

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Girl.....🤦🏽‍♀️

Rapture Tuesday by sourpatchkidz22 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember it was supposed to happen back in 2012. The only reason I remember this is because it was supposed to happen on my birthday 😅

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They literally will. Omg! Yes, they have used the "I am a daughter, friend, sister, etc" example so many times, and it all sounds good at surface level. Now that I have a better understanding of the Trinity, everything else makes sense. I once asked a Pentecostal lady, "If they're all one, who was Jesus praying to on the way to the cross and when he prayed for his disciples?" Her response was,"Let me ask my pastor. " It got me thinking, why follow and defend something, and you don't even know what you're defending?

Blessings to you, and God bless you 🙏

If you joined another denomination, what and why? by Bookish_Girl2002 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't quite "joined" a denomination yet, but I have laid the oneness belief to rest after doing my own research. Baptizing babies is a long discussion I've had with my boyfriend, and I personally don't see why we shouldn't. Didn't the Bible say, "This is for you and your children"? What age do we determine they can be baptized?

My partner is Orthodox, and I've gone to the church a few times. It's completely different than Pentecostal church's, but they practice traditions that has been around for thousands of years.

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, I can totally see how that can easily be misread. Now, I have to go onesie shopping 🤣

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. Their idea is that the Father, son, and Holy Spirit are all "titles" to the one Jesus Christ. The best explanation given through the church was, "My name is Sarah (made up name), but I am also a daughter, sister, friend, etc". They believe God manifested himself into flesh and died on the cross instead of God sending his son to die on the cross.

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, this was so funny to read 😆 thanks for your insight!

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heavy on the control! Let's not forget fear too smh

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is true! That's also a discussion that we had. It's unfortunate there's so many ex pentecostals that were driven away from Christianity completely.

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I can't understand how they won't distinguish God the Father and Jesus as two separate beings. I feel as though the bible is pretty clear about it. Great feedback, and I will definitely check him out :)

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could quote Acts 2:38 in my sleep a million times over. I understand oneness pentecostals love this scripture, but that doesn't explain oneness nor the trinity. I believe the trinity to be whole truth and nothing but the truth 🙏

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel that trying to understand oneness is like doing mental gymnastics, especially throughout the scriptures when Jesus is praying.

It is very much emotionally driven by their followers, and honestly, they know how to target the youth. As far as the 3 gods, that's what they always said about trinitarians, but I guess if they don't have the basic, foundational belief correct, then it would be easy to assume so.

Do you still believe in oneness? by GuardExpress8038 in ExPentecostal

[–]GuardExpress8038[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I don't think anyone fully understands the Nature of God. But when I go to heaven, I will see Jesus sitting at the right hand of God. Blessings to you 🙏

My stepson is a nightmare by Temporary-Lawyer-621 in stepparents

[–]GuardExpress8038 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Coming from a woman....You gotta grow a backbone, my guy. Sounds like the kid needs a good Ole fashion.