I am...

feeling: Mixed Feelings
listening to: At The Cross - Hillsong

Guess what, everyone...

I've decided to get baptised...

^^;; It's a really, really big thing for me. I've been a Christian since I can't remember... All I remember is I got introduced to Christianity when I was about 6 yrs old? And somewhere along the way I decided to become a Christian, but never got baptised.

I think many people were surprised when they found out that I haven't actually been baptised when I came to my new church here in Cov. I guess they expected me to be since I took Holy Communion too, but in my old church it was accepted that we could take it even without baptism since the Bible was not specific in stating that you had to be baptised.

Here was the same, too, but some still had the views that you should first be baptised before taking Holy Communion, but... yeah... Anyways... I always thought I'd be baptised in 2008--the year when I turn 18, because it would be the year of major change for me, and maturity, hopefully.

I made my decision last night.

A preacher/teacher... dude, came to talk to us from America, and last night, 14 people accepted Christ into their lives; almost every non-Christian who was there at the Gospel Outreach became Christian. I was so touched <3 It was just so, so wonderful to see God at work in our Chaplaincy I was in tears.

I was also taught a lot last night and the night before at Bible Study, like how, Jesus died for me, personally. It's not an 'us' thing anymore, it's personal, for everyone. Like how, if there was only one person left in the world... If it was only me left in the world, Jesus would still have come down to find me. Jesus would still have died for me, because he loves me so much.

Afterwards I spoke to the teacher... about baptism.

I'd always thought a person would have to have changed first and become a much better person before they could be baptised. Testimonys I'd heard have always been how much God has changed them so much already... I'd never felt any major, major changes in my life before so I never thought it was the time to get baptised. I always thought God would give me a sign...

There were also other aspects that kept me from being baptised, but after speaking to the teacher I realised I was wrong in my thinking: Changing for some could be immediate, but for many it is a gradual process. People are still changing even after baptism; you don't have to be perfect to be baptised; come before God as you are, and he will accept you.

Afterwards, I went home... and prayed.

Really, really prayed, like I'd never prayed before in my life, and I knew it was time... I've made my decision to be baptised. All my worries before, they were needless to be honest. I'm so happy... I'd never prayed like that before, but when I prayed last night it just felt... so wonderful! I felt him listening to me, and really spoke to him about everything and lifted up so many of my troubles...

I'm so lucky to have God in my life <3

And now, I'm ready. It's time...

L8r,

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I was baptised catholic when I was just a baby and I got as far as my first holy communion. about a year after my father passed away, I stopped going to church. and I'm not very religious anymore; I don't remember if I ever was. I do, however, support those who are. I also like the people like you, who are very into their religion, but don't try and push it onto others. it's a good thing to have in your life. so I've been told. =P
» LostSoul13 on 2008-01-06 04:05:06

thanks for the comment. the problem with my friend who's 'enjoying' giving out my msn add is an autistic guy. because of that, i'm not so harsh to him. and autistic people are slow in receiving message so that's why i have to be patient with him despite knowing him since primary school.

but i have been blocking all his friends. so that won't be a problem.

» renaye on 2008-01-06 08:17:08

Being baptised is a big thing! Congrats~

Oh and I don't think because you're 18 you have to be mature, well people assume that way but you're not 18 all the time and I think you should give yourself time to mature in your own way and not force yourself to be more matured because sometimes no matter how much we force ourselves, it just won't work.
» Nuttz on 2008-01-06 09:20:34

grats? o_O
i dunno... im just not a religion type of person :)
» crz4manga on 2008-01-06 11:17:16

Being baptised is definitely a big thing if you're religious. It's not something to be taken lightly. Unfortunately for me it was more forced. I'm glad you've thought it over so much.

Age is never something that matches your maturity. You've always been mature. Don't forget to age selfish and immature though! It's a very important thing to remember and do, even when you're old and grey like me. XD

Thanks for the offer on the yaoi! Here's a link to Baka that has the picture of the cover. XD http://www.mangaupdates.com/series.html?id=4675 I also found out that Bokudake no Ousama is licensed too, but the first volume has been released so I'll buy it sooner or later. I just can't decide to buy that or Pet on Duty first! Do I want a shounen-ai/light yaoi with beautiful artwork or a yaoi with two hotties working on their complicated relationship?!
» Katrina on 2008-01-07 02:30:59

Hmmm
I think I was baptised, back when I was verrrry young. Funny that I've never bothered to ask. I'm not religious at all these days though...don't get me wrong, I have nothing against personal faith, I just don't practice it myself.

I'll stop now, because I always end up getting really engrossed into the topic lol. Anyways, this sounds like a big decision for you to make, and I'm glad that you're completely happy with the way things turned out. Congrats :D

Cya round
» The-Muffin-Man on 2008-01-07 04:32:58

that is so cool! i'm excited for you. ^_^
yeah, it's usually surprising when people who have been Christians for a long time get baptized because most everyone just assumes they've already done that by then.

I love your reasons, too. Like my church motto this year: "Do something great in 2008." It'll be great!
» invisible on 2008-01-07 08:22:25

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