Hi all, Just thought of joining this discussion on Suicide.
I think it is good to discuss such topics in this group. Knowing the christian teachings on such topics will help us and we can help others too. Also, knowing the word of God is important. But we need to see that the Bible interpretations are done according to the church teachings. I think there are many people in our JOYnet who can guide us in this matter. Whenever the discussions go away from the church teachings, I hope these friends will interfere and correct the joynetters. Let's not be ashamed of the Word of God. In these discussions many different opinions will come. But let's discern the right things and accept it. Mathew Joseph Bangalore, India. ----- Original Message ----- From: "divine_luv" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Tuesday, July 23, 2002 5:15 PM Subject: RE: [JOYnet] SUICIDE > Dear JYs > > I have been following some of the mails on Suicide and I wish to share my views as under: > > I remember the time when my aunt (mom's sister) had committed suicide when I was very small. I didnt know then what Suicide was. I remember when I asked around why a person commits suicide I was given to understand that 'suicide' was another form of 'being a coward', a person unable to stand up to the challenges of life. For me the word 'coward' was very strong. Because no one likes being called a 'coward' or a 'darpok'. > > It was only later as I grew up did I realise what actually facing life and it challenges meant. That how easy it was to think of suicide when things didnt go ur way as Welchy had mentioned in her mail. > > For me I guess Committing a sin is like betraying Jesus. And we do read in the gospels there were two Apostles who betrayed Jesus. Both were aware that what they did was wrong. One repented and the other committed Suicide. The one who repented became a great apostle and the other we know his fate when he committed suicide. There is still hope in repentance and I guess if we commit suicide we lose out on this this hope. > > Now I have read the other mails and I do agree that in light of some facts we should share it with our spiritual fathers. I also do agree that we should not misinterpret the Holy Scripture. > > However I totally disagree that this should prevent us from sharing any such topics out here. It may deter some. But on the flip side we can gain valuable knowledge and experience from those whose faith are strong in Christ and have gone through such experience as Father Thomas has mentioned. I remember my brother telling me how useful the discussion of "taking prasad" which was shared out here was. On quoting scriptures. I do personally disagree with the fact that we should not quote them at all. How would we know what we are quoting is in the wrong context if we dont quote them at all. And I do see that we have so many wonderful Word ministers here that should we falter they are there to correct us. Right Ravi :) > > in prayers, > > Jefferson > Mumbai > > > "Bonny Thomas" wrote: > > > > I'm giving my full support to Baiju on his note.....now its time to close this chapter as this is getting out of focus....moreover i would repeat as Baiju advised that we should get advise before we come to conclusions on topics like this and putting it over joynet. > > regards, bonny **************************************************************** This mail is generated from JOYnet, a Jesus Youth mailing list. To unsubscribe, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To subscribe to this mailing list, visit http://www.jesusyouth.org/joynet For automatic help, send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In case of any issue related to the mailing list contact [EMAIL PROTECTED] ****************************************************************
