Is there such thing as too much faith?

[jingster]

so i've met a christian guy online a few months ago. he seemed interested at first and offered to keep in touch. i think we have a lot in common: he's awaiting for med school while i'm pursuing nursing, and we're both very sensitive and in tune with our feelings. it seems we understand each other. anyways, i know he's not ready for a relationship probably because of med school, etc. but he has asked me to be "patient with him" (i don't really know if he's asking me to "wait for him".) we both live on opposite sides of the country!

but i've always believe that nothing is impossible with God. and i've always felt that this is a great opportunity for God to reveal Himself. i picture myself answering to "how did you guys meet?" and be able to credit it ALL back to God. sometimes i want to meet the guy so much i CHOSE to believe it will happen (God has already answered a similar request in my life: meeting a taiwanese singer in america); i even have plans to apply for a nursing program in his state - i probably wouldn't tell the guy but if God open doors, we'll meet somehow. i'm not asking God for a relationship with him.. i just want to meet him. but sometimes i feel stupid for having such determination because i don't know if i'm acting out of faith or out of foolishness.

it's embarrassing to reveal such a thought. i'll just leave it here for now.

 

[Dreamer]

Joanie, I just want to give you a hug, because you are so sweet and vulnerable. You know something? Don't be embarrassed to reveal these thoughts. They're not sinful thoughts, you know. You are asking yourself whether this belief that you and this guy may get together comes from faith...or wishful thinking, right?

He asked you to wait, so take it one day at a time. I know that is hard. It very well could be that you will meet him! But God's timing will be involved. You already know these things, I'm sure.

Sometimes, I've been a little embarrassed to ask certain questions or to leave certain prayer requests here at tJ. For instance....the one about my family's financial situation. Let me tell you something. I was at this other site where no one goes, sort of a "ghost" site, and I was in the prayer room praying my heart out the other day, praying to God about our lack of finances. I was too embarrassed to come here and let my friends know. After awhile, the Lord sort of pricked my heart, that I needed to ask my friends to pray, too. So I put the prayer request in the prayer forum.

I expect that when God answers these prayers that I've requested, that I will be able to share joyfully with my friends here who have prayed for me and given me advice. And it's the same with your situation. When God reveals His answers to you about the relationship with this guy, you will be able to share it here with other christians that care about you!

Something tells me that this relationship may lead to more than a friendship for you. I hope that is what God intends for you, but then I'm a romance freak and I love to see two christians get together and get married and live happily ever. I love mushy stuff, and so does God, or He wouldn't have made us this way.

My husband and I met online. We have been married just less than 3 years. We only were 30 miles apart in addresses, though, so it was a little less complicated than your geographical situation. Too many things about he and I meeting and other details...fit just right and worked just right. I knew within a few months of meeting him that God had destined us meeting and marrying. It's not that we've not had our problems...but everyone has problems.

I for one, hope you let me know what happens with your friendship with this guy!

Love in Christ,
Dreamer (Jan)

 

[Buddy2]

If it's right, it'll happen. Try to not force things by being in prayer. God will reveal the truth to those that diligently seek Him.

My wife and I were introduced through mutual friends. I'm from Hawaii and she's from Fiji. I saw her photo on our friend's wall and asked for her address. We were penpals for two years, dating others at the time, not knowing whether or not we'd ever meet. Then we did. She came up for a visit and we got married. It's been 15 years now. All the struggles that we have encountered over the years I can honestly say is because of selfishness on either of our parts at that time. But it has been mostly good. God has brought us this far.

My best suggestion on all aspects in life?
Remain in prayer, asking God for guidance.

 

[stephen]

Hello Jo.....Welcome to 'talkjesus'

Glad that you feel free to share with us. Dreamer has given you some good advice. Keep in touch with her, she is a good lady.

Praying for you.........that is the secret. Ask Jesus to help you....He will

 

[jingster]

hi all.. thanks so much for your encouragements. dreamer, i hope you're right that more can happen. we've begun emailing again and it just feels we're getting so much closer. i'm definitely seeing God in all of this. so i'm looking forward to see what else God has instore. he's such an amazing man! his thoughts, his values, his friendship... i'm just so grateful!

 

[SpiritLedEd]

Re: Is There Such a Thing As Too Much Faith?

Joanie,

Be careful with internet romances. Make sure that you have met this man face-to-face several times (I'd say three at least) before you decide to pursue the relationship.

As far as your question "Is there such a thing as too much faith?", my answer is a resounding "no!" However, true faith is laced through and through with patience and it is the depth of your patience that determines the height of you faith.

SLE