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Thank you so much, each and every one of you, for your love and support!
Carol, I just read your article online in the PTM. You said everything I have thought at one time or another!! Thank you, thank you, thank you! I, too, want to be the kind of Christian you describe in the last 3 paragraphs [It's Just Another Day].
S Dunker, Jackson, MN
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Dear friends at PTM weekly update,
Thank you so much for publishing some of the writings by Carol Harper. Each time I read one I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed her article, but never got around to it. I just finished reading her response to the person who criticized her last writing and this time I have to respond. I praise God for people doing his work patiently with the same love He showed and is still showing to all of us sinners willing to listen. Like you at PMT, Carol is not afraid to write and warn over and over with the same message that Jesus proclaimed 2000 years ago. It must be repeated again and again because many have not heard yet. I am looking forward to her next and her next article, may they be many.
Your friend in Edmonton Alberta Canada
Hi Carol,
I was surprised to read in my PTM update that you received such unpleasant responses to that Nov. 17 article. I, too, was greatly relieved when all the campaigning and chatter was finally over. I did go vote, but mainly because there were some state and local issues on the ballot that I was interested in. Anyway, I just wanted to drop you a note and say, "I agree" and "You go, girl!"
God Bless,
A J Garner
Hi Carol,
I'm a PTM supporter and I read both of your recent articles. I'm writing this email to you to let you know that, for what it's worth, I support you and your actions concerning the recent presidential election. I'm African-American and did not vote either because I was determined this time not to vote for the "lesser of two evils". Voting for one would still have constituted voting for evil. I don't want to imply that John McCain and Barack Obama are evil men, but as a Christian I just couldn't vote for either of them.
As an African-American I wanted to vote for Barack Obama, but I am aware of some of his beliefs and about some of the things he does not oppose as an individual. And, I just don't believe John McCain is a Christian. I've stopped believing that Republicans are Conservative Christians and that Democrats are Liberal non-Christians. George Bush healed me of that belief.
I don't know what those people said to and about you, but rest assured, there are many Christians out here who are like you. We try to love all people without judging or condemning them, and we model Jesus Christ every day of our lives. We actually do love our enemies and pray for them often. We are sick of war, which is the dumbest thing humans do to each other, and we eargerly await the return of our Lord to call us to a much better place.
May God bless you and strengthen you against all attacks. And may you stand stedfast in what you believe is God's calling for your life.
A brother in Christ,
C.W. Hamlett
You go, girl! You are a good Christian and a good person.
I found myself thinking the other day that most of the Christians I meet or read about are not very good people. I had been reading about what the various Catholic Bishops and priests were saying and doing to Biden and Obama. (Apparently Biden, a Catholic, won't be allowed to take communion in some of the churches in the country). And then there was all that money spent in the election so that gays can't marry. I would have thought that a Christian church would have spent that money helping sick children or other people in need (e.g. two clinics for the mentally retarded in Sacramento are closing next week). I see the good work now being done by non-Christian groups and the Christians focusing on secular activities. I see Christians focusing on taking rights away from other people and telling other people how to live. I see Christians hurting other people and doing it in the name of Christ. I see Christians putting Church doctrine ahead of what is said in the Bible. Most of the Christians I meet are not good people. There are exceptions, and you are a star among them.
Kathy in California
Carol,
Very good and profound. You are a great writer and please never give it up. You are the inspiration that many people look for and look up to when they ask themselves WHY.
LG in California
Wowsa. Brave soul with the gift of words - we stand behind you!
With love,
LP in California
Yep, I don't remember seeing anything in the Bible that says, 'Preach the gospel of truth and you will be agreed with 100%.' Quite the opposite, my friend (obviously). It does, however, command us (to coin a song we once sang) to always be "Loving God, Loving Each Other". Even if that love we have must be tough love at times. I admire you for your consistency. Preach it, sister!
KB in California
As a recent reader of your column [Do Something Different This Christmas], I find myself continually amazed at your ability to take life's events and strip them of the worldly glitter and see the events for what they are (if you can speak as well as you write, you might consider a career in talk radio!) I agree with your assessment. The world has exchanged human love and life for "stupid" plastic toys on "stupid" plastic shelves. Having realize this myself, I swore off Black Friday shopping. I won't do it.
Thank you for your Christian insights and keep them coming...
PE, Phoenix, AZ
Carol,
I read your article on the PTM website about a "prophetic minister" who was way off the beam spiritually. I am so glad there are Christians who will speak out using God's Word like you do.
May God continue to bless your writing.
A.G.
Dear Ms Harper
I came across your above article and I think it is very good. I wish to forward it to a number of people. Some are Catholics, some Pentecostals and others who believe everything they hear from a pulpit. May I have your permission? I am a 62 year old Christian who lives in Singapore.
Thank you for the work you are doing for the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ and the extension of His Kingdom.
A. Wong, Singapore
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I passed a clearance table filled seasonal novelty items, and I suddenly had this ironic, overwhelming urge to take the tablecloth and pull it off onto the floor. However, I resisted the urge and scurried out the door—but not before I bought a chocolate bar for $1.95 that reads: “Be still and know that I am God”. Okay, okay…message received...[read more]
