Posts by Joseph Bailey41

Well, there are three of us following Jesus now. Alexander Kern58, what’s our next move?

Alexander Kern58 said:Hey there!

Everyone’s headed for eternity—live in Jesus, or die in this fake world.

I’m not here to play theologian or act like some preacher; if it’s His will, He’ll find someone else to do the witnessing.

I’m just looking for people who are truly free in Jesus. Maybe they don't even realize it yet, as long as they aren't fighting Him or stuck in some cult of personality or rigid dogma.

If God is their spirit and their truth...

And I mean actual truth, not just some intellectual theory or emotional hype (which is just a lie).

There was this one guy here before, I think his handle was Krishnamurti.
His signature said a time is coming when we'll see who follows the Spirit and who just follows the money.

So, anyone who isn't out here paying for books, expensive seminars, or data plans just to "elevate" themselves is potentially
welcome. (Seriously, if you think breathing exercises and yoga poses are "spirituality," please just skip this one):

Let's stick together and win in Jesus against this world of losers (that's what I call the miserable souls of this world—if I'm wrong, feel free to set me straight).

Alexander Kern58 said:Hey there!

Everyone’s headed for eternity—live in Jesus, or die in this fake world.

I’m not here to play theologian or act like some preacher; if it’s His will, He’ll find someone else to do the witnessing.

I’m just looking for people who are truly free in Jesus. Maybe they don't even realize it yet, as long as they aren't fighting Him or stuck in some cult of personality or rigid dogma.

If God is their spirit and their truth...

And I mean actual truth, not just some intellectual theory or emotional hype (which is just a lie).

There was this one guy here before, I think his handle was Krishnamurti.
His signature said a time is coming when we'll see who follows the Spirit and who just follows the money.

So, anyone who isn't out here paying for books, expensive seminars, or data plans just to "elevate" themselves is potentially
welcome. (Seriously, if you think breathing exercises and yoga poses are "spirituality," please just skip this one):

Let's stick together and win in Jesus against this world of losers (that's what I call the miserable souls of this world—if I'm wrong, feel free to set me straight).

You're contradicting yourself, sister. ☕

George Ward2 said:Hey everyone,
I’m really hoping I can find someone here who might be able to offer some perspective or advice.
So, my partner and I have been together for five years now, and we've been living together for about a year.
We are truly in love and get along so well; he is such an incredible partner who helps me out with everything around the house, whether it's going for long walks or planning weekend trips, and I make sure to return the favor by handling the cooking and keeping our place tidy.
We both have steady careers and aren't worried about money at all.
The real issue is that I am genuinely terrified of motherhood, while he—though he hasn't said it directly yet—has been dropping hints that he wants kids someday, and since he's 38 and I'm 34, that "someday" feels like it needs to be right now or never.
I worry that I just won't have the patience or the stamina required to raise a child, and honestly, the thought of a child potentially having developmental issues scares me deeply; plus, looking at the state of the world today, I wouldn't even want to be born in this era, let alone bring a new life into it.
I know deep down he is the person I want to spend my life with because we are so happy together, but I think what we’re actually missing is honest, open communication, especially since in five years, we haven't even had a single real argument...
I also catch myself wondering if he truly wants to be a father or if he just feels pressured to do so because of what his friends and neighbors are doing...
He is also incredibly particular about how clean and organized our apartment stays, and I know that kind of lifestyle goes out the window once you have a kid, so I just don't want to go through with this unless I am absolutely certain I'm ready to be a mom.

Are you a dog?

The whole question basically boils down to "would you rather eat hot or cold crap."

The answer is pretty obvious to me—I'll pass, thanks.

It’s gotta rain tonight. 🙂

Which one of them are we supposed to imagine being happy? 🤔

And there are four different kinds of luck. 🧐

What if Steve starts hanging out with your worst enemy?

Eric Gray2 said:So, the solstice has already come and gone.

🙂

fadedheron said:Dajla is a tiny little town in California that holds some truly wonderful memories for me.
And "Mala" because I am—well, short. 🤣

Avatar, simply because I have a thing for long hair. 🙂

Wait, isn't that an anagram for Dalai Lama?

I’m honestly not sure how to put this. I actually got lucky when I was laid off during the pandemic—it felt like a blessing in disguise because my inner circle didn't have any choice but to back me while I pivoted into programming and explored other interests.

As for whatever chaos is happening in the world right now, if an apocalypse actually happens, I’d much rather face it solo, lost in whatever intellectual rabbit hole I've fallen down, than be stuck surrounded by zombies—which, let's be honest, sounds a lot like the crowd you're dealing with at your job.

Sarah Ross21 said:Back when I was younger, I used to think we constantly needed to "talk about us." And you know what those talks always got me? Absolutely nothing.

Now that I’ve reached an age where I actually accept people for who they are—you just have to take them as they come. If you feel like grabbing a coffee with someone and you already know their deal, fine. If not? See ya. I'm busy. 🙂

When you demand things from people that they simply aren't capable of giving, you aren't changing them; you're just stressing yourself out. You're the one suffering, not them.

You're spot on—you have to prioritize yourself and your own mental health. I refuse to let anyone walk all over me, whether they're trying to drain my wallet or my spirit.

I get it. Sometimes you just want to give someone a little reality check without totally crushing their spirit. At least, not all at once. 🕺

rapidridge27 said:Man, if life were actually that simple, right? Wouldn't that be great? But let's be real—most people just use others as emotional dumping grounds. They aren't looking for logic. You can throw the most perfectly rational solution at them, but they won't take it because they're too busy spinning in circles, trapped in their own emotional whirlpools. It's exhausting. There are times when I genuinely want to listen and be there for someone, I really do. But then there are those moments where you realize they don't actually want to fix anything. They just want to offload their stress onto you so they can feel lighter and go right back to their old, broken habits. Why bother?

So if the core issue is just pure emotion... you can't really solve it. You can only pass it on.

Harold Anderson3 said:Exactly this. That’s why I’ve always felt there’s some merit in being a believer, provided you stay within those 'normal' boundaries—you know, avoiding the whole fanaticism thing. But honestly, religion isn't the only way to escape the grind; there are plenty of other perfectly healthy ways to find that mental sanctuary.
For me, it’s getting lost in a good book, diving into music, or following sports.
My actual reality is just my job.

Just adding my two cents. 👍

Harold Anderson3 said:I’ve noticed quite a few of my "colleagues" and friends dealing with various forms of psychosis have had episodes rooted in religious experiences. While thinking you actually are Jesus Christ is a pretty extreme example, some psychiatrists tend to view any kind of belief in God—whether it's through prayer or seeking help and finding fulfillment—as nothing more than an escape from reality.

In a book I read once, 'The Road Less Traveled' by Morgan Scott Peck, it mentions

The path to holiness is paved with maturity. There are no easy shortcuts. If we try to take those "shortcuts," we are much more likely to end up facing schizophrenia rather than reaching true sanctity.

That is exactly how it's phrased in the book.

I tend to agree that it can be an escape, but I feel the same way about substances, whether they're legal or illegal. It's like opium for the masses and all that. On the other hand, reality can be so incredibly harsh sometimes that creating a little distance from it actually feels necessary. Of course, forcing anything on someone in a therapeutic setting is out of the question. At least, it shouldn't be. Anyway.

Some person who’s just looking for a free summer vacation is out here hunting for a friend with a house two blocks from the beach. Alcoholics are officially excluded.

neoncobra4 said:And honestly, philosophy is just part of your world.

Yeah, just like sewage. It stays there until someone finally decides to flush.

Seriously though, what are we all waiting for?

neoncobra4 said:We see the world exactly as we are.

Personally, I'm fine with how things are. I'm not out here looking for partiality, nor would I ever try to grant it to anyone. Not even to Clovis.

I don't have any GPS, so I can't tell if I'm actually practicing philosophy or just digging myself into a septic tank. ☕

Who do I need to lean on at JP Morgan if I want to secure that specific parcel?