tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post6704194821678986771..comments2024-02-13T11:35:40.926-05:00Comments on Faithwalk 365... My Journey with Jesus: Hypocrite or Woman of God?FaithWalk365http://www.blogger.com/profile/09696798026392463375noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-75789076938646796412012-06-22T10:07:57.762-04:002012-06-22T10:07:57.762-04:00My dear Carolyn:
Thank you for your very kind wor...My dear Carolyn:<br /><br />Thank you for your very kind words. I'm realizing now that I totally overreacted to the comment, but this was the first time I had encountered this type of ridicule. I shouldn't be surprised, right? How much did Jesus have to endure during his time on this earth? <br /><br />Of course, it threw me because it was another Christian, but then again, Christians are sinners too and we all do fall short of God's glory every day. <br /><br />The Lord has reaffirmed my faith through His love and the love of all my friends and family. I feel sure that I am doing His will and will keep writing for His glory.<br /><br />Thanks for being my friend for all these years, it's been an amazing journey, right?<br /><br />Love you,<br />NickiFaithWalk365https://www.blogger.com/profile/09696798026392463375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-45949488810423244402012-06-21T11:01:24.846-04:002012-06-21T11:01:24.846-04:00I've known Nicki for over 22 years and I can s...I've known Nicki for over 22 years and I can say first hand, she has an amazing love for the Lord. She is committed to growing in her faith daily. She has a special heart and is so much fun to be around. She tells it like it is and we need to hear that even when it hurts. Thanks for your reminder that we are all sinners and fall short of the glory of God. He alone is our refuge and strength. In Him we put our trust. Keep on blogging girl; you have a special gift from above!!!Carolynnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-86910637531885762102012-06-19T14:08:22.342-04:002012-06-19T14:08:22.342-04:00Dear Bonnie,
Thank you for your kind words.My fai...Dear Bonnie,<br /><br />Thank you for your kind words.My faith has been reaffirmed by the kindness of family and friends like you. I know that the Lord put me here on this earth for a reason, and I strongly believe that I am doing His work whenever I sit down to right in this blog. <br /><br />I will not cower or crumble under criticism, but as Christ didn't. I should expect it, I just got caught off guard because it was another Christian who accused me. Doesn't matter, we are all sinners, not one is us is holy, only Jesus.<br /><br />Thanks again for your encouragement. It means so much.<br /><br />Blessings,<br />NickiFaithWalk365https://www.blogger.com/profile/09696798026392463375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-80153759219062804072012-06-19T14:03:48.036-04:002012-06-19T14:03:48.036-04:00My Dearest Nicki,
I am so grateful that I can co...My Dearest Nicki,<br /> <br />I am so grateful that I can consider you as one of my friends…..we may not always see each other, but you are always in my prayers. I may not have known you as long as others. However, in the times we’ve been together; the times we went to Vamo, I would feel the Love pour out of you for the Lord.<br /><br />I consider it an HONOR and definitely a GOD THING to be included in your faithwalk365 blogs. The Lord had surely given you the inspiration to put such beautiful and thought provoking words to ‘paper’.<br /><br />As you stated in your blog…if you’re considered a ‘hypocrite’ then we all are! We have all fallen short of the glory of God…from Adam in the Garden to now…….<br />As Jesus requested us: ‘love your enemies’ and this person needs lots and LOTS OF LOVE!!!<br />I thank you Nicki for allowing me the privilege to share my thoughts with you.<br /><br />In Christ’s Love,<br />BonBonnie Loebelnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-76486494231830044782012-06-19T09:18:34.711-04:002012-06-19T09:18:34.711-04:00Dear Dorothy:
I know that everything you said is ...Dear Dorothy:<br /><br />I know that everything you said is absolutely true in Christ. Thanks for all the wonderful verses. This was the first time I've been openly accused of being a hypocrite and admittedly it hit me hard. I realize now it's just part of my Christian walk and I'm looking at it as a growing opportunity. I know that the Lord is using me in a mighty way and I will continue to honor him, regardless of what any one else says. My life belongs to him! Thanks for the reminder friend,<br /><br />Blessings,<br />NickiFaithWalk365https://www.blogger.com/profile/09696798026392463375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-3288441720236140332012-06-19T09:09:50.997-04:002012-06-19T09:09:50.997-04:00Thanks Chris. I appreciate your kind words. I know...Thanks Chris. I appreciate your kind words. I know that the Lord has given me this gift and I indeed to continue to use it for His glory! God Bless you!<br /><br />Love,NickiChris Ricemannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-61716834836689208322012-06-19T08:23:14.533-04:002012-06-19T08:23:14.533-04:00Dear Niki,
Sorry to read about the accusation. I c...Dear Niki,<br />Sorry to read about the accusation. I can tell it really upset you. I believe you already know about what I am going to write today, but I want to refresh your memory. This is how I see it...<br /><br />1. If you are in Christ Jesus, you are no longer a sinner, you are a saint who sometimes sins. You are a new creature, the old things have passed away 2 Cor 5:17. Niki, you are no longer a sinner! YOU ARE A SAINT!!!!<br /><br />2. Now, if you believe you have sinned, take it to God. He is your judge. If He says you have sinned, confess it and leave it at the altar. (I Jophn 1:9) Do not let another person define you. Your identity is in Christ.<br /><br />3. If God tells you you have sinned, confess it. After you have confessed your sin, there is no condemnation in Christ Jesus. (period, end of story, amen.)Rom 8:1<br /><br />4. The accusation you received is from your enemy. He is the accuser of the brethren. (Rev 12:10) He used someone else to get at you because he watches us carefully and knows all our tender spots. He wanted to put you down for a few days. Don't let him do it. Submit to God, resist the devil and he must flee. (James 4:7-8)<br /><br />5. Forgive the person who allowed Satan to use him/her against you and release them to God. <br /><br />WHEN CHRIST SETS YOU FREE, YOU ARE FREE INDEED.<br /><br />Niki, I love your blogs. Keep writing them. Have you ever thought about putting them into book form??<br /><br />I pray that our Heavenly Father will put a hedge of protection around you and keep you safe from the fiery darts of our enemy. God bless you and keep writing.<br /><br />Your sis in Christ, Dorothy Ruppert<br />www.dorothyruppert.comdorothy rupperthttp://www.dorothyruppert.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-9322167625100990082012-06-19T01:59:15.382-04:002012-06-19T01:59:15.382-04:00Nicki, I just recently began reading your blogs an...Nicki, I just recently began reading your blogs and truly enjoy them. To me you are definitely a woman of God. I agree with Don in that you shouldn't be too worried about the thoughts and emotions of one person regarding your personal walk with Christ. God has given you this gift to use for His Glory and He wants you to use it.<br />Blessings, ChrisChris Ricemannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-64371286508462316412012-06-18T21:48:38.175-04:002012-06-18T21:48:38.175-04:00Thanks Don and God Bless for the encouragement. Yo...Thanks Don and God Bless for the encouragement. You're right, the only one that matters is the Lord Jesus Christ! Sometimes it's easy to forget that when you're feeling are hurt. Take care and thanks for writing back. Blessings, NickiFaithWalk365https://www.blogger.com/profile/09696798026392463375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-46503742686297918112012-06-18T21:48:17.653-04:002012-06-18T21:48:17.653-04:00Thank you Anonymous for your kind words. I know th...Thank you Anonymous for your kind words. I know that God gave me these words to use for him, and I will continue to do that for him!FaithWalk365https://www.blogger.com/profile/09696798026392463375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-42197242021665702052012-06-18T21:42:41.973-04:002012-06-18T21:42:41.973-04:00I enjoyed your blog piece and wouldn't be too ...I enjoyed your blog piece and wouldn't be too worried about one person and their emotions regarding you and your personal, private walk. You are special in His sight. Head held high. The only one we want to hear say WELL DONE would be the Lord anyway. You do not need the praise of men or even a brother in Christ. Live for him, not others. Cheers, DonDon Fordnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2632666491571523054.post-8318232075328452062012-06-18T13:58:02.478-04:002012-06-18T13:58:02.478-04:00Nicki, I find your blogs really inspiring. Your w...Nicki, I find your blogs really inspiring. Your words are what I need for that day. God gave you an ability to put into words what we need to hear. He KNOWS what we need and you are His instrument. In my mind you are a woman of God. Thank you for being you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com