I Had Lunch With Timmy - Page 3

notofworks · #21 04-20-2010, 04:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoovie

I love practical jokes... But I am not sure GOD would think this is funny. Sorry but thats my thoughts about teasing when eternal destination is in question.

.....and that's the kind of reaction I didn't want!

And I'm not sure I'd disagree with you. That "Do unto others" thing kinda got me!

Hoovie · #22 04-20-2010, 04:56 PM

About meeting the Great One Timmy or anyone else - I LOVE meeting AFFERS. I guess I have met about 20 or 25 - always a fabulous experience.

notofworks · #23 04-20-2010, 04:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Hoovie

About meeting the Great One Timmy or anyone else - I LOVE meeting AFFERS. I guess I have met about 20 or 25 - always a fabulous experience.

Twenty to twenty-five??? Holy smoke. Well, my count is 2!

Fiyahstarter · #24 04-20-2010, 05:03 PM

So tell me, tell me. What did everyone eat for lunch????

Never mind, don't tell me.

I'm going to repent and go back over to the Wanna Lose 10 Lbs. Thread.

rgcraig · #25 04-20-2010, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by notofworks

.....and that's the kind of reaction I didn't want!

And I'm not sure I'd disagree with you. That "Do unto others" thing kinda got me!

Wise decision.

notofworks · #26 04-20-2010, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by rgcraig

Wise decision.

Well, I'm often told how wise I am!

You know, I used to be told I was wise beyond my years. No one ever says that anymore. Wonder why?

Tina · #27 04-20-2010, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by notofworks

.....and that's the kind of reaction I didn't want!

And I'm not sure I'd disagree with you. That "Do unto others" thing kinda got me!

It's funny how things like that get to us.

I was talking to someone on Yahoo messenger the other day. I was very upset and feeling taken advantage of because on a day when I felt really physically ill, I kept my word to someone and kept children for them. Three of them. It wasn't an easy thing considering how I felt that day- and those three kids were all under the age of 4. Well, anyway, to make a long story short... the mother told me in the beginning she was only going to be gone a couple of hours, and it turned into an all day thing with no contact from her until late in the afternoon-- only for her to tell me that she was out of gas and sending someone else to get them and they'd be here a couple of hours later.

I kind of vented a bit to the friend I was talking to. He said just a few simple words to me. He said, "When you've done it for the least of these..........." Those words hit me between the eyes like a brick.

Boy, did that ever send me a message. I've been trying to better watch MY attitude since then... and my reaction to things.

Cindy · #28 04-20-2010, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by notofworks

Since there's a lot being said about Timmy right now, I suppose this is as good a time as any other to tell you that my family and I had lunch, recently, with Timmy.

Much has been made about Timmy's "beliefs" or lack thereof, as called by some. I have maintained that Timmy is a wonderful person and I've defended him relentlessly. I've maintained that Timmy displays more of the characteristics of "Christ-likeness" than most who claim a "walk with God."

Not long ago, I faced a crisis with my son who was facing almost certain death. In sheer panic, I jumped on my laptop and emailed a few friends. Then I got on AFF and PMed 5 people that I trusted. One of them was Timmy. I wasn't even sure what to ask him to do...wasn't sure if he would pray...but I said, "whatever it is you can do, I need you right now." His response to my desperation PM was moving.

But of course, I hadn't actually met him in person, only on the phone. So recently, circumstances brought him close to where I live and we met for lunch, the four of us, and Timmy.

My family has now joined me as "Timmy fans". He was as considerate, kind, and pleasant, as he is on The Forum. The place was pretty crowded so we were only able to be there for a couple of hours, but it was enough time to know that he's one of my best friends. The bottom line is, if I ever needed help, he'd be one of the first...maybe the first....I'd call.

Even though he's from an AG background, and UPC for me, we have a LOT in common with things that have led us where we are. We may have reached different conclusions, but it clearly wasn't that big of a deal.

So Timmy, thanks for your friendship and kindness to my family. They adore you and are excited to see you again soon. As far as I'm concerned, Timmy is a good man. I'll avoid getting too personal, but he's also a great dad who cares greatly for and treats his children like every father should.

notofworks · #29 04-20-2010, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Timmy

BTW, NoW is the very first AFFer to meet me, far as I know.

WooHoo!!! I'm the winner!!!

Sam · #30 04-20-2010, 07:49 PM

I've never met anyone from AFF in person.