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To: Natural Law
I do not doubt the sincerity of your belief or your love of God

I'm not here to prove my belief in Jesus - so feeling the NEED to comment on it shows a high and mighty mindset as you scrutinize according, again, to what you *think*.

So telling me what you *think* I do that appears wrong according to your catholic teaching falls flat. My beliefs do not line up with the Catholic Church I am blessed to say.

Thanks for the update on the newly developed thick skin. If so, you wouldn't be seeing insults where there are none.

111 posted on 04/19/2012 12:44:35 AM PDT by presently no screen name
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To: presently no screen name
"I'm not here to prove my belief in Jesus - so feeling the NEED to comment on it shows a high and mighty mindset as you scrutinize according, again, to what you *think*."

There is no need to prove anything to me. I do not sit in judgment, but like you, will be judged by how I responded to God's commandments and call to faith and beatitude. I am ready to be judged today.

I sincerely hope that you continue to proclaim the Gospel with all of your fervor and zeal. I only ask that you consider the cautions given us in Scripture and Tradition to do so with love, gentleness and respect. When we evangelize it is not we who convert hearts, it is the Holy Spirit. But our actions can assist or impede the process. In doing this it is our actions and our perceived motives that first come into play. We can only open minds, open eyes, and open hearts by gently preparing the way.

From the Cross Jesus taught us that ignorance can affect the imputability and responsibility for sin and even absolve sin when He said; "Father forgive them for they know not what they do". Whenever any of our words or actions causes anyone to recoil in anger, hatred or fear from the Word of Gos we take on a shared responsibility for their sin because, as Christians, we know better.

May the Peace and Blessings of Jesus be upon you.

112 posted on 04/19/2012 12:57:49 PM PDT by Natural Law (If you love the Catholic Church raise your hands, if not raise your standards.)
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