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::''I am having a lot of doubts. But in my heart, I just want to follow Christ. I love the Lord with all my heart but there is an issue with William Branham and his message that is causing me to have doubts. All I want is to know the truth. Would you help me find the truth? | ::''I am having a lot of doubts. But in my heart, I just want to follow Christ. I love the Lord with all my heart but there is an issue with William Branham and his message that is causing me to have doubts. All I want is to know the truth. Would you help me find the truth? | ||
This last question is difficult to say "no" to '''IF | This last question is difficult to say "no" to '''<u>IF</u> it is said in the right attitude and with sincerity'''. However, it is important that you ask the question truthfully. I think all of us want to find the truth and we all know that it is important to search for the truth. | ||
If the message follower responds with a "yes", then they are potentially on a journey towards truth. It depends on their attitude but, if they are sincerely interested in helping you find the truth, this is a big first step. | If the message follower responds with a "yes", then they are potentially on a journey towards truth. It depends on their attitude but, if they are sincerely interested in helping you find the truth, this is a big first step. | ||
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WARNING: You should generally keep this approach to family members or friends. Pastors or deacons in message churches generally do not respond well to questions. | WARNING: You should generally keep this approach to family members or friends. Pastors or deacons in message churches generally do not respond well to questions. | ||
Both of these methods should only be used after the person you are dealing with understands CLEARLY that you love and respect them. Remember, you have to speak to the elephant first. | |||
==The "Rock in the Shoe" method== | ==The "Rock in the Shoe" method== | ||