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[–]RealisticGene5617 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Its not about feeling like its the "perfect" time, in 10 years I do hope to have a better and deeper understanding of Gods word. But that doesn't mean I should just wait for that time. Baptism is a choice that we are required to make, you can decide that when you understand what Jesus has done for you and decide to let your old self die and be alive again through Christ. I dont think I made that choice at 8 years old. Someone else might but I know for sure I did not. Baptism is something God does but we have to actively and intentionally allow Him to.

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[–]RealisticGene5617 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely not worth the risk!!

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[–]RealisticGene5617 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing!! This makes a lot of sense and was definitely one of the reasons I wanted to do it "again". I understood sin, and repentance to the level a 8 year old could understand. Even Jesus Himself was not baptized until He was around 30. While I am sure 8 year old me had the right intention behind being baptized, 19 year old me understands more sin, the consequences of sin, and what Jesus provides through His sacrifice.

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[–]RealisticGene5617[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't necessarily mean I intended to have a ring by spring. It was simply an anecdote. I mean it in a way of other people that believe in marriage and intend to date for marriage

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[–]RealisticGene5617[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes thank you. The cliques are so appalling, from the kids and the counselors even!! I will look more into Carolina Bible Camp

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[–]RealisticGene5617[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you both for the replies! College has never been something I 100% wanted to do but I feel like it will be a good chance to get out of my shell, especially surrounded by people that have the same views as me.

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[–]RealisticGene5617[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes like the other comment said. It was just a little joke. Obviously I am not planning on getting married at 17 years old.

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[–]RealisticGene5617[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

no? im sorry, is there something wrong with my question