Sal C: Thanks
If that is so, it means the rapture is taking place after the tribulation

Yes, Christians were not promised freedom from tribulation. The coming of Christ will end all.

On the issue of inter-faith marriage, It is a delicate topic, especially for females. However, in this our times, certain questions are simply academic for one who is true to his or her faith. Remember here guys that we are talking of mixed marriage here,(where the couple agree to pursue their different faiths with certain conditions attached). In the issue of qualities (including beliefs) of a spouse,there is perfect case and permissive case, one only has to decide within the available options open to him or her, which to go with, that is perfect or permissive, with regards to something as life influencing as marriage. Since we humans are limited in our knowledge of future, we have to take care to "fulfill all righteousness", so as to minimize the depth of our self blame in the event of the unwanted. In our clime,It is more difficult to find a non-catholic spouse who will keep to the conditions of the mixed marriage, than it is to find a catholic spouse who will allow you practice your faith all your life. We generally believe "the two shall become one" as also including the faith/church of the couple, we may theorize all we want, but in reality we know and see what we practice.

I would encourage brethren, especially females, who are true to their faith, to seek the lord closely till they find him in love. Love for the lord goes along with love for his mother, his church; with her sacraments and practices. St Teresa of Avila on her death bed declared “I am a daughter of the Church". What does this declaration mean to you? What can you give up to continue in this declaration? When we make our choices, let's be truthful to ourselves and reduce desperation due to pressure from society. Most will love to marry a "religious" spouse, but most spouses who will sustain mixed marriage will not fall into this category of "religious", since one of the responsibilities/aim of religion is conversion. How long will one who feels he/she has a responsibility towards conversion of others, allow his/her spouse to be non converted? If the one is not religious, then there are other challenges that accompany such.

All in all, let brethren spinsters and bachelors pray for a good catholic first and foremost, and believe that the lord will not give you stone when you ask for bread. I join in this prayer, for everyone here who needs it at this time.

POPE II: I have been taught that she didn't and ascended
I mean it literally , she didn't die like you and I are going to die , she's not been buried and her grave doesn't exist

Sal C: I was taught she died but her body did not see corruption.
She was assumed body and soul to heaven not ascend.

There's a difference between assumption and ascension.

The church's official position refrains from saying if she died or not, albeit "...having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed..."Its all a long story, but what seemed a general believe is that since she shares a lot with Christ, she must have died, just like him.
The most "believable" account on Our lady, for me is found in the book "City of God" by mother Mary of Agreda. It is supposed to be a revelation of her life by the Queen herself. It has expository narrations and explanations for many things in the scripture, it really gets one prepared for the surprises and great mysteries that we will come to know in the world to come. It also affirms to the reader, that the church though acts within human limitations, is invisibly guided by Divine hand. This book (which has received numerous ecclesiastical endorsements) states that the Blessed virgin died, and it was more from her choice; which is anchored on humility and imitation of her son. It was after this, she was assumed into heaven, as stated by Sal C.

Meanwhile, PopeII...how are things with the heretics?

Syncan:



The church's official position refrains from saying if she died or not, albeit "...having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed..."Its all a long story, but what seemed a general believe is that since she shares a lot with Christ, she must have died, just like him.
The most "believable" account on Our lady, for me is found in the book "City of God" by mother Mary of Agreda. It is supposed to be a revelation of her life by the Queen herself. It has expository narrations and explanations for many things in the scripture, it really gets one prepared for the surprises and great mysteries that we will come to know in the world to come. It also affirms to the reader, that the church though acts within human limitations, is invisibly guided by Divine hand. This book (which has received numerous ecclesiastical endorsements) states that the Blessed virgin died, and it was more from her choice; which is anchored on humility and imitation of her son. It was after this, she was assumed into heaven, as stated by Sal C.

Meanwhile, PopeII...how are things with the heretics?

Thank you @ Sal c and syncan
@ syncan their attacks have reduced, we destroyed the menace called uktus, tho I believe he has an alt account .

Syncan:



The church's official position refrains from saying if she died or not, albeit "...having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed..."Its all a long story, but what seemed a general believe is that since she shares a lot with Christ, she must have died, just like him.
The most "believable" account on Our lady, for me is found in the book "City of God" by mother Mary of Agreda. It is supposed to be a revelation of her life by the Queen herself. It has expository narrations and explanations for many things in the scripture, it really gets one prepared for the surprises and great mysteries that we will come to know in the world to come. It also affirms to the reader, that the church though acts within human limitations, is invisibly guided by Divine hand. This book (which has received numerous ecclesiastical endorsements) states that the Blessed virgin died, and it was more from her choice; which is anchored on humility and imitation of her son. It was after this, she was assumed into heaven, as stated by Sal C.

Meanwhile, PopeII...how are things with the heretics?

Thank you @ Sal c and syncan
@ syncan their attacks have reduced, we destroyed the menace called uktus, tho I believe he has an alt account .

POPE II:

Thank you @ Sal c and syncan
@ syncan their attacks have reduced, we destroyed the menace called uktus, tho I believe he has an alt account .

You're welcome bro. I see.

Syncan:



The church's official position refrains from saying if she died or not, albeit "...having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed..."Its all a long story, but what seemed a general believe is that since she shares a lot with Christ, she must have died, just like him.
The most "believable" account on Our lady, for me is found in the book "City of God" by mother Mary of Agreda. It is supposed to be a revelation of her life by the Queen herself. It has expository narrations and explanations for many things in the scripture, it really gets one prepared for the surprises and great mysteries that we will come to know in the world to come. It also affirms to the reader, that the church though acts within human limitations, is invisibly guided by Divine hand. This book (which has received numerous ecclesiastical endorsements) states that the Blessed virgin died, and it was more from her choice; which is anchored on humility and imitation of her son. It was after this, she was assumed into heaven, as stated by Sal C.

Meanwhile, PopeII...how are things with the heretics?

Thanks for the detailed explanation.

Been trying to read "City of God" seem there's a lot to be learnt therein.

POPE II:

Thank you @ Sal c and syncan
@ syncan their attacks have reduced, we destroyed the menace called uktus, tho I believe he has an alt account .

Hope we both got more insight into the issue.

May this morning wipe out any evil that survived the night.

Wonderful discussions. Peaceful thread.

Good morning brethern.

damerry: May this morning wipe out any evil that survived the night.

Wonderful discussions. Peaceful thread.

Good morning brethern.

erm, brother o, hmmm, your siggy ended with my name. abeg translate inugo?

Goodmorning

Syncan:



I'm Present, brothers and sisters!

A combination of natural factors such as location, cares and concerns hindered me briefly, but I've never been far away. There's been quite a lot here...will go through and make my contribution soon. So nice to be actively involved again. Woky got your mail, responded but it was returned undelivered.

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law". Galatians 5:22-23. It is visible here. God bless you all.

welcm bak bro

Good mornin brethren

woky: welcm bak bro

Good mornin brethren

Thanks a lot dear woky, how the viewings?

Good morning dear ones, it's a season of joyful anticipation, so I say "Rejoice evermore" 1Thess 5:16 .

Syncan:

Thanks a lot dear woky, how the viewings?

Good morning dear ones, it's a season of joyful anticipation, so I say "Rejoice evermore" 1Thess 5:16 .

lol

the viewing industry is going well


happy christmas in advance

Akpurukata pls jst fallin and say Hi


i jst dy view you

Good morning brethren. I have an issue at hand and need your advise. There is this new chuch just beside my house. They even used part of my fence s their alter. The noise is simply unbearable as me and my children most times have to move to the sitting room to sleep during their vigils. They have very heavy sound systems.

We have implored various means of resolution, since the owner a lady is my Neighbour. They even fought me at a point. I thereafter implored the assistance of a pentecostal pastor to intervene. He has tried to convince this woman to reduce the noise.
The problem is that. Ever since that guy stepped into my house and noticed we are a little above average, he keeps coming back, to my office, calling me on phone etc. my Husband always advises me to beware of these charlatans.

Right now, He came to my office to tell me he has evangelization at Zaria and I should finance his trip. I told him the organizers ought to have paid for his trip. This guy is not relenting. Calling and calling and calling. What do I do?

Your are highly welcomed Sis Okpurukata.

hmm, that your story......make i read am again b4 i talk.

okpurukata: Good morning brethren. I have an issue at hand and need your advise. There is this new chuch just beside my house. They even used part of my fence s their alter. The noise is simply unbearable as me and my children most times have to move to the sitting room to sleep during their vigils. They have very heavy sound systems.

We have implored various means of resolution, since the owner a lady is my Neighbour. They even fought me at a point. I thereafter implored the assistance of a pentecostal pastor to intervene. He has tried to convince this woman to reduce the noise.
The problem is that. Ever since that guy stepped into my house and noticed we are a little above average, he keeps coming back, to my office, calling me on phone etc. my Husband always advises me to beware of these charlatans.

Right now, He came to my office to tell me he has evangelization at Zaria and I should finance his trip. I told him the organizers ought to have paid for his trip. This guy is not relenting. Calling and calling and calling. What do I do?

Report the 'noisy neighbours' (church) to the authorities while you give that pastor the boots.

okpurukata: Good morning brethren. I have an issue at hand and need your advise. There is this new chuch just beside my house. They even used part of my fence s their alter. The noise is simply unbearable as me and my children most times have to move to the sitting room to sleep during their vigils. They have very heavy sound systems.

We have implored various means of resolution, since the owner a lady is my Neighbour. They even fought me at a point. I thereafter implored the assistance of a pentecostal pastor to intervene. He has tried to convince this woman to reduce the noise.
The problem is that. Ever since that guy stepped into my house and noticed we are a little above average, he keeps coming back, to my office, calling me on phone etc. my Husband always advises me to beware of these charlatans.

Right now, He came to my office to tell me he has evangelization at Zaria and I should finance his trip. I told him the organizers ought to have paid for his trip. This guy is not relenting. Calling and calling and calling. What do I do?

These guys never disappoint, they always live to expectation, Lol

Dear Sis, Please first and foremost, do listen to your hubby and stay clear of these guys for good. You really do not need them.

In my opinion, you got this man to do a job, and he failed in the Job he was contracted. Well, its now time to right this mistake.

Option 1. Tell him your husband is not comfortable with your dealings with him, you will appreciate his not communicating with you again...this automatically makes him an enemy of your marriage if he persists, and liable to harsh treatment.

Option 2. Form Vex. Tell him he failed in what you wanted him to do, and that it is his colleague in their business that is still disturbing your peace with noise, right now you want to be left alone by all of them.

striktlymi:

Report the 'noisy neighbours' (church) to the authorities while you give that pastor the boots.

must you say what is in my mind??

woky: lol

the viewing industry is going well


happy christmas in advance

woky: Akpurukata pls jst fallin and say Hi


i jst dy view you

Lol, I see bro, I see. Happy Christmas (in advance) to you too.

woky: must you say what is in my mind??

Morning!

Syncan:

These guys never disappoint, they always live to expectation, Lol

Dear Sis, Please first and foremost, do listen to your hubby and stay clear of these guys for good. You really do not need them.

In my opinion, you got this man to do a job, and he failed in the Job he was contracted. Well, its now time to right this mistake.

Option 1. Tell him your husband is not comfortable with your dealings with him, you will appreciate his not communicating with you again...this automatically makes him an enemy of your marriage if he persists, an liable to harsh treatment.

Option 2. Form Vex. Tell him he failed in what you wanted him to do, and that it is his colleague in their business that is still disturbing your peace with noise, right now you want to be left alone by all of them.

correct!!!

Syncan:



Lol, I see bro, I see. Happy Christmas (in advance) to you too.

*smiling*

still looking at you without glasses


God bless you bro!
Missed you!

woky: correct!!!

Guy where Sal C? Quite unlike her to be late for breakfast....may be na she send Maria G sha.

striktlymi:



Morning!

mornin bro
hw ur nyt?

@okpu I have a fear, though very unfounded...

Just be careful how you go about the ish with the pastor. Some of them are 'pastors' by day and criminals by night.

Syncan:

Guy where Sal C? Quite unlike her to be late for breakfast....may be na she send Maria G sha.

she is on her way..

Am hungry

woky: mornin bro
hw ur nyt?

My night was terrible...

Hope yours was better?

striktlymi: @okpu I have a fear, though very unfounded...

Just be careful how you go about the ish with the pastor. Some of them are 'pastors' by day and criminals by night.

bros stop to dy talk wetin i wan talk naa

striktlymi: @okpu I have a fear, though very unfounded...

Just be careful how you go about the ish with the pastor. Some of them are 'pastors' by day and criminals by night.

Two Jobs? Everything na double double!

Syncan:

Two Jobs? Everything na double double!

Lol!!!

woky: she is on her way..

Am hungry

You mean maria did not bring any food along? I didn't ask 'cos I was fasting. No its not good na.