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MaryAnn
, Female
Canada
Profile Information:
- Gender
- Female
- Country (not County)
- Canada
- Occupation:
- Retired from regular work, Working for my King!
- I'm here to...
- Share with and encourage other Christ followers
- Interests:
- Spending time with God, studying HIS Word, singing, praying, worshipping, spending time with family, cooking & eating, gardening, scrapbooking, reading Christian books.
- I'm passionate about...
- My daily walk with Jesus, and discovering more and more about the pure and holy nature of God.
- My story with God
- My background is Roman Catholic. I never knew growing up that I could have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. I was living for myself, doing whatever I pleased, gambling, drinking, partying, telling off-colour stories, dabbling in the occult, yet still going to church on Sundays.
The first time I read the Bible was in 1979. For six months, I was travelling by train four hours a day to get to my job in another city. During this time, I read the New Testament over and over, and really enjoyed reading about Jesus. I found the stories amazing. Even though I was reading the Bible, the revelation of God's truth did not yet get through to me.
Then in 1997 I had another nudge, while exercising. I distinctly heard a voice say: 'Seek ye first the kingdom of God.' It was so bizarre, that I looked around to see who was talking. No one was in the house. I made a note in my journal, of what I heard that day.
Then in 2003, on April 12th, I was attending an Alpha Course where we could ask all the hard questions. We were discussing 'Who is Jesus?' and 'Why did He die?' I realized that I needed to make a choice. The facilitator said that I could be sure of where I would go when I died, and I wanted to be sure. I was at home all by myself, when I invited Jesus into my heart. He came in so lovingly and I experienced real forgiveness for the first time in my life. I was exhilarated and joyful, and I still am.
My husband, Tony did the Alpha Course with me, and said the sinners prayer the following week, but he did not have the experience of being saved until later. It happened on January 6, 2005, while he was listening to a taped message by Jack Frost, 'Hindrances to Receiving the Father's Love'. He then had the awareness: 'It's not about me, it's about Jesus'. What an amazing revelation. Now God had his attention, and his heart. You really know when God has a hold of you. We are both so thankful that we can serve our King together. We are growing in His love and knowledge. God is so Good!
The two most exciting things in my life were when my daughter, Carla, gave her heart to Jesus on October 1, 2006, after I prayed with her, and God delivered her from anxiety. My son Rob gave his heart to the Lord on July 1, 2007 while while we were visiting him. We drove 8,000 km on that journey, and it was a pleasure. All the stories are amazing. These precious ones are all on fire to spread the love of God to others. Thank You, Jesus! You are the One who saves us all. Now we are praying for household salvation. There are still a few more to come. - Other stuff about me:
- My husband and I both have a heart for mission work. Last winter we built a home in Jequetepeque, Peru. Hopefully it can be used as a respite for missionaries in need of a rest. We plan to serve God, wherever we are, here in Canada, or at our home away from home in Perú. God is great! HE is good all the time!
I choose to serve God, and day-by-day am learning to live in His will, and to trust and obey HIM. HE is my King!. I do not lose sight of the fact that I am a sinner saved by HIS grace. I am a grateful daughter and I know what I've been saved from. I plan to live in blessings from now on, and to occupy until He comes for me, or until I go to be with Him.
angie
Apr 12, 2008
Pastor Bob B
Apr 13, 2008
Moomins
Im so glad you have joined our family in Christ, its going to be great getting to know you.
blessings
Moomins
xxx
Apr 13, 2008
MaryAnn
Apr 13, 2008
Carla
I felt led to post this for you...
Proverbs 31:28-31
Her children stand and bless her.
Her husband praises her:
"There are many virtous and capable women in the world,
but you surpass them all!"
Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last;
but a women who fears the Lord will be greatly praised.
Reward her for all she has done.
Ler her deeds publicly declare her praise.
Love you....~carla Delete Comment
Apr 13, 2008
AAG Netguy
Apr 14, 2008
Nica
SpiritualGraphics.com
Apr 14, 2008
Pastor Bob B
NanaIt had to be awesome to see pray with Carla and see God do such an amazing work. She is one of best people I know on this net. Nana if you know of any new believers let them know a group has been formed called, Biulding a Foundation of Christian Growth. Have a God blessed day. BobBu
Apr 15, 2008
Pastor Bob B
Apr 16, 2008
Pastor Bob B
Apr 18, 2008
Carla
Apr 18, 2008
Pastor Bob B
Apr 18, 2008
Carla
Apr 25, 2008
Carla
This is one of my favourite songs.
Your page looks really lovely! Don't forget to pause your music on your page to watch the videos, or they will play at the same time.
Thanks for the prayers tonight! God Bless....~me
Apr 25, 2008
Carla
With Love...from Joshua...
Apr 26, 2008
Leonard T
May 2, 2008
Carla
May 7, 2008
Carla
I had a lovely time today. We had a nice ride home. I can feel a 'shift' in the spirit with Craig, but i don't have any other words to describe what that might be.
How did the dentist go?
Love you, Carla
May 7, 2008
Carla
May 7, 2008
Carla
Have a great day today. I will pray for your tooth.
God Bless..carla
May 8, 2008
Carla
Proverbs 31:25-29
She is Clothed with strength and dignity,
and she laughs without fear of the future.
When she speaks, her words are wise,
and she gives instruction with kindness.
She carefully watches everything in her household
and suffers nothing from laziness.
Her children stand and bless her.
Her husband praises her:
"There are many virtuous and capalble
women in the world,
but you surpass them all."
I Love you Mom!
May 10, 2008
Carla
Each of the kids decorated a T'shirt to take home with them. It was quite a creative group of 5-8 year olds I must say.
Have a wonderful night and God Bless.
Love you.
May 10, 2008
gabby
Sorry it's taken me so long to get back to you.
Anyway, my story with God..... Well I grew up in a home where we only went to church on Easter and Christmas. Part of the reason being the church we went to whenever we did happen to go was an hour away. The other part being that my parents just never really felt like going. However, even though we didnt go to church often my parents did send me to a Christian camp since I was in about 4th grade. I think that first year I accepted Christ because I remember staying after chapel to talk to someone. Not totally sure what it was about. But I remember telling my friends parents about what the counsler and I had just talked about and they were really happy and excited. After that I still didn't go to church very often or anything but I kept going to those camps every year. Two years ago, as always I went to the same camp. We were all at the outdoor chapel. I remember Pastor Dave talking and giving his sermon. He went on about how sometimes we compartmentalize our lives and there are some compartments that we don't particularly want God to see. He talked about giving Jesus the throne of our lives. Afterwards counslers stood in the back for us to talk to. God helped me realize that I wasnt giving him the "throne of my life." I hesitated but I ended up talking to my counsler, Sarah. Sarah prayed with me. I asked Jesus to take over my life. After I prayed I had my "I'm the worst person in the world breakdown" I had no close friends there with me so I went through the breakdown by myself. I decided to actually live my life for the Lord. When I went home i was super excited. Both of my close friends are unsaved, but I still wanted to tell them. So I called my friend Kadee and told her what happened. 10 min later her mom( who i was also close to) called me back telling me that I was a good person I didn't need to do this. Of course she wasnt trying to hurt me but it did very much. That was the being of many hurts to come from her. ( but that another long story for another time) I got very confused, had another breakdown. Before I brokedown I left the house to go for a walk. The whole walk I prayed. God told me that I did do the right thing. That I shouldn't let anything or anyone get in the way of my love for him because nothing is gonna get in the way of his love for me. Ever since then I have tried to live for Him. Although at times I didn't I always loved Him the same. NOw I love God more than I did when my "God story" had just started.
wow that was really long. I could have shortened it. Sorry. Are you on the Chat? I would love to talk to you on there.
i have to go. Happy Mothers Day!
gabby
May 11, 2008
gabby
I suppose I will post it. I think the reason why I didnn't in the first place is because after my friends mom said the things she did I didnt tell anyone. now that I have told it a gillion times that sounds like a good idea.
May 12, 2008
Carla
May 13, 2008
Pastor Bob B
May 15, 2008
Carla
May 15, 2008
Pastor Bob B
May 16, 2008
Pastor Bob B
Thanks for the information about Alpha. I am glad that you have found a wonderful church to grow in. If you read my story in the group; Healing those who have been spiritually abused you will understand that I am so grateful to God for leading me to a wonderful church also. It is called the Brick Church, it is an old church built in the early 1800s, We have a new fellowship hall and it is one of the greatest joys in my life. It is a mazing to think it was almost dead 13 years ago. God brought a wonderful man and his wife from Long Island and they retired last july and we have a new wonderful Pastor and the church is so full of the Lord. I will leave a picture of it for you. Blessings BobMay 16, 2008
Pastor Bob B
May 17, 2008
candy
May 19, 2008
candy
May 20, 2008
Carla
Just wanted to stop by to say thanks for tonight! LT posted a discussion on grace that was an answer to my prayers. Love you, Carla
May 20, 2008
Pastor Bob B
Hi Mary Anne, Thank you for your words of incouragement. To Join a group go to top of your page and locate the group then go to group and at the top of page it will ask if you wish to join group, click it and you are joined. You are already such a blessing to this net. Thanks for sharing your heart and the Lord with all of us. God bless.Bob
May 21, 2008
candy
May 22, 2008
Carla
I love you. Have a wonderul night. Tonight we started a new tradition in our family. We are going to have quiet reading time for 30 minutes..each of us with our own books. Then we will take the time to talk about what we read for 5 minutes at the end of our quiet reading time. Craig did not ask me what I read about--but all in due time. Love you muchly! ~Carla
May 22, 2008
candy
.......I LIVED MY LIFE IN A DIFFERENT WAY ,IT WAS SO BAD WAS SCARY THAT MUCH I CAN SAY.BUT UNTILL YOU STEPpED IN AND MADE MY LIVING FINE'.AND I KNOW YEAH OOO YEAH YOU WILL BE MINE .;COZ WHEN IM DOWN I FEEL IM HAPPY SUDDENLY ;I WEPT ALL MY HAPPY DAYS AWAY SILLY ME...OH I THINK ONCE AND TWICE AGAIN AND AGAIN ...WHAT LOVE CAN BE WITHOUT ANY PAIN ...OH YEAH ...I NEVER KNEW UNTILL I SAY YOU....WALK INTO MY HEART TURN MY WORLD AROUND...OH MY GOD ...I HAD A WIMP ( a thought or desire ) I THOUGHT I MUST HAVE BEN IN A WONDERLAND, ..SO MUCH I FELT SO GLAD ...AND THIS MUCH I KNOW IT IS TRUE ...COZ IM NEVA SAD BECOZ I KNOW YOU:) ......howz it
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May 23, 2008
candy
May 23, 2008
Nica
Christian Myspace Comments @ DazzleJunction.com
May 23, 2008
Carla
May 23, 2008
candy
May 23, 2008
Trimmedlamp
SpiritualGraphics.com
May 24, 2008
Carla
I'm getting so sick of my own humanness...Come quickly Lord JEsus come!
May 24, 2008
Carla
Love you...
May 26, 2008
Carla
May 29, 2008
Leonard T
Thanks for the positive word. My desire is to be helpful wherever I can and to learn along the way. I am glad you are benefitting from the forums.
Lord Bless,
LT
May 30, 2008
Carla
May 31, 2008
Carla
May 31, 2008
Ratan
God Bless
Ratan
May 31, 2008
Yoel charan
May 31, 2008