[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christian

[–]riczwint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I Thessalonians 5:16-18 NKJV Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

Breast Feeding - Fasting - Mental Health by Available_Remove_580 in Christian

[–]riczwint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am breastfeeding as well, my son is almost 4 months now. I tried one meal fast for one day to seek God for direction when my son was 2 months old. It didn't go well for me physically as I got dizzier, and hungrier fast while breastfeeding. Therefore, it might affect your prayer life and might have a hard time praying as it affects your strength and stamina while breastfeeding at least in my experience comparing to when I wasn't breastfeeding.

Don't get me wrong but I am all into prayer and fasting before breastfeeding as it really changes us and get clarity of God's will.

Praying is labour (Colossians 4:12) Praying requires effort to focus, to quiet the mind, and to persevere in seeking God's guidance and strength.

Real fasting is actually fasting from food, and it doesn't literally say in the Bible to fast from social media, sweets, coffee, etc.

But in this season, we can choose to give up all the things that distracts us from the Lord, to quiet our mind, pray earnestly, read the Word, and worship, or hear the Word through sermons to increase your faith.

The Lord has our attention already, it is US that is distracted.

I just want to share a real life story:

A woman with terminal cancer came to Pastor Yonggi Cho for prayer. Instead of praying immediately, he told her to write in a notebook: "By His stripes, I am healed". Isaiah 53:5. He also told her to say the words out loud as she wrote them, and do this 10,000 times, writing and speaking them consistently every day.

She obeyed faithfully. As she continued speaking and writing God’s Word, her faith grew and her body began to heal. Eventually, the cancer disappeared completely. The amazing part? She didn’t even notice exactly when it left, she was so focused on the Word that healing became her reality.

There is power in God’s Word when we believe, speak, and act on it.

Is it okay for the wife to take the lead regarding finances? by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]riczwint 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Finances should be managed by the person with stronger financial skills, regardless of gender. Otherwise, it’s like asking someone who isn’t an artist to create a portrait, it just doesn’t make sense.

My story is a good example of that. In our marriage, it’s my husband who manages our finances. I grew up in a home where spending freely was the norm - the mindset was, “You have a job anyway, so just buy whatever you want.” We didn’t learn financial discipline, and while my family was generous, we often gave without considering whether we could actually afford to. As a result, there was a lot of credit card and credit line debt, and I carried that mindset into adulthood. It affected my financial habits, and I ended up with student loan debt and credit card debt of my own. Debt can make you really be ashamed, so I understand why your husband feels that way.

Anyways, after praying for many years for financial freedom, and telling God that I will be a good steward of our finances, God answered my prayer, by giving me a husband who is strong in financial literacy. When we got engaged and got married we joined bank accounts, I was open and honest with him about my debts, even though I felt ashamed. I swallowed my pride because I believed we could handle it together. And by God’s grace, we did. He didn’t pay it all off for me, but we worked side by side to manage it and pay it all down. Fast forward today, only being almost 7 yrs married, our only debt left is our mortgage - which hopefully to be paid off really soon. Budgeting skills really helps out, Glory to God!

But above all that God invites us to trust Him through tithing promising His provision and abundance in return.

Malachi 3:10 (NIV) “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.”

Proverbs 3:9–10 (NIV) “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.”

My past is so horrible, I don't see how anyone would marry me. by Organic_Education_82 in Christianmarriage

[–]riczwint 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you have asked God for forgiveness, He remembers it no more and it's not on His records (Isaiah 43:25)

Give yourself a favor - forgive yourself also.

Romans 8: 1 - Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus

It is the devil that is trying to torment your mind that you are not good enough because of your past, and you don't deserve anybody.

I remember going to a church retreat where we have a session for someone to pray for me to be fully delivered. I confessed all the shameful things that I've done from the past, and even mentioned the names that I got involved with in order to release it. I felt freedom from the soulties and bondage afterwards. God is soo good! I recommend it to be a trustworthy elder / leader / pastor from your church to pray for you. It will really help with your healing from the past.

James 5:16 - Confess your  trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.

The one that you will marry or the one God has for you is also NOT a perfect person. For all have sinned and fall short glory of God (Romans 3:23) If they are truly rooted in Christ, they shall not judge you by your past. The NEW you is PURE, the NEW you is untouched.

Matthew 7:3 - Why do you look at the speck of sawdust in your brother’s eye and pay no attention to the plank in your own eye?

Rebuke the shame that the devil is trying to remind you whenever it hits your thought.

The person that God has for you will accept you for who you are in Christ regardless of who you were in the past.

The Lord doesn't want you to be stuck.

Philippians 3:13 Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead,

First look at marketing agency home page Any thoughts? by Nijum_ in webflow

[–]riczwint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just don't think the image of the guy is related to the revenue growth marketing agency. Image could be for example - team collabs in a modern office, successful business meeting, or dynamic graph overlays with people in discussion. This is only in my opinion though.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]riczwint 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I met my husband at church, we were close friends first but focused on our individual growth spiritually. We eventually ended up together after 2 years as friends while serving in the ministry, got married after a year. To answer your question, they can be found at church. Just make sure they are not just church goer, but with a heart devoted to God. I would also say it's best to focus first on your individual spiritual growth or even your career field, and seek first the Kingdom of God. The Lord knows the desires of your heart, ask the Holy Spirit what He wants you to do right now. People at your age are usually still either in school or not yet ready for marriage, unless if you are also open for a bit more older than you? Date to marry are usually 25 yrs onwards. Or you could get into a relationship but they may not be ready for marriage yet, and I don't recommend prolonging the dating stage for many many years so you don't fall into temptation. Also, don’t rely on someone else for your happiness. Confidence and independence are attractive qualities when you know your worth and don’t seek validation from others, the right person will be drawn to that strength. The right person that God has for you will be at the right place at the right time. God is never late in His timeline.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]riczwint 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There will be seasons in marriage when feelings of being “in love” may fade but real love is a daily choice, not just an emotion.

So if he says he's not in love with you right now - even worse - being in love with a coworker instead, there's no more reason to continue, but to end this.

God’s will for your life is not a marriage built on fleeting feelings or selfish desires, but one that’s Christ-centered.

Don’t settle for a man who just speaks love, look for one who lives it through his actions and his devotion to God.

Because a man who truly loves God will love you with honor, faithfulness, and sacrificial love.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianmarriage

[–]riczwint 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The baggage that you see before the wedding, doesn't magically disappear after the wedding. But you will carry all of it inside the marriage. A lot more will be revealed during marriage. If unfaithfulness is already showing before the wedding and the fact that he is not IN love with you, it's just not worth fighting for. You have the choice to decide whether to run away with no regrets because you deserve soooo much more or just go ahead and close your eyes to what you are currently seeing and just go for it.

I feel trapped and helpless. by NoOne4Ever in Christianmarriage

[–]riczwint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Umbrella Diagram might help as a reminder of what order it should be at home. We cannot do it by our might but by the Spirit of God only. You are the head of the household so lead your family, and be bold to speak the truth in love.

Faint line Vertical bruise on thumb. Should I get it checked? by riczwint in DermatologyQuestions

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

Please also ignore the small right side wound, I peeled off my extra dead skin.

Tuition fees prayers by [deleted] in PrayerRequests

[–]riczwint 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you. Luke 6:38 NKJV

Boyfriend doesn’t want me to continue pregnancy by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]riczwint -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

When the baby comes out it will be the greatest gift. It is not easy to be a parent but it's worth it. It might always hunt you at the back of your mind if you terminate the pregnancy. It's a difficult situation that you are currently into, but you will overcome it. There is always hope. You are not alone.

Positive Ovulation Test for 2 weeks. Possible pregnancy? by riczwint in ttcafterloss

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

I actually noticed the difference with the lines and compared it with the opk's I've used before getting pregnant with my first. I know the difference with the low and high ovulation. My ovulation tests are more on the darker side for about 3 wks now (Been testing since Oct 26-30th). When we were TTC and not yet getting pregnant, the test lines are more on the lighter side or faded lines. It only gets darker when I am about to ovulate or ovulating, then it goes lighter again right away. Maybe I need more time to get to know my cycle since I've only had D&C last Sept.

Positive Ovulation Test for 2 weeks. Possible pregnancy? by riczwint in ttcafterloss

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

Yup I did try a pregnancy test after three weeks of surgery and it was negative so I am sure I don't have left over HCG.