So What's up with This "Christianity" Thing, Anyway?

By LaShundra D. Thomas

The purpose of this book is to help clarify and clear up some of the most asked questions about Christianity such as: Why should I go to church, Does Satan really exist, Is God real three personalities in one (the trinity), How does God feel about gay/lesbianism and much more. It is God's desire that everyone knows the truth and make a decision about loving and serving Him with his/her own free will.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Aug 9, 2011
• ISBN: 9781449080075

LaShundra D. Thomas

I obtained my BBA from Belhaven College at the Memphis, TN satellite campus in 2007. In 2009, I obtained my MBA from Colorado Tech University, Colorado Springs, CO. I love God and want so much to share His love with others, both directly and indirectly. I currently reside in Memphis, TN with my three precious children who I have been so blessed to raise. Other books that I have published are The Book of Encouragement & Peace and Young People Can Pray Too. If you haven't already, get your copy of those for they will truly be a blessing to you as well.

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So What’s Up With This Christianity Thing, Anyway?

LaShundra D. Thomas

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First published by AuthorHouse 11/22/2010

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Contents

God – the trinity

(The Father, Son and Holy Spirit)

If God does exist then is there a Satan?

Where will your soul go when you die (Heaven and Hell)?

What do people mean when they talk about God’s presence?

Are demons real?

What about healing?

Why is it so important to love?

Does it matter whether or not you give money to the church and the pastor?

(Tithes, Offering, First Fruits)

What is the purpose of the church/membership?

Did you know that Satan liked to go to church too?

Have you graduated yet? (Babe vs Mature)

How do you truly believe in God? Is it so hard to have faith?

Is forgiveness truly important? Why does it matter anyway?

Is the Bible really from God? Does it cater to any particular race?

Does God condone homosexuality? How does He feel about it?

Author’s Comments

I have gone throughout life hearing how people discuss different topics of the Bible. Many people still have questions and are confused about a lot of Biblical issues/topics.

The purpose of this book is to help clarify and clear up some of these questions. It is God’s desire that everyone knows the truth and make a decision with his/her own free will. I praise God for using me to assist with His plan.

As you read this book, I believe God is going to reveal Himself strong as well as help you learn and study the Bible for yourself even more. I praise God that you have taken the opportunity to learn more about Him and His word, which will enable you to grow in your walk with Him.

May this book be the beginning of a new life for you. May God bless and keep you always.

Dedications

Firstly, I dedicate this book to the one and only True God and my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I thank Him for the insight and wisdom for writing this book for His sake.

I also dedicate this book to my wonderful and beautiful mother, Ruth Neomia Thomas, and three children, KJ, Ke-Ke and DJ. Thank you for always being supportive and loving throughout my endeavors. I praise God for each one of you!

Introduction

This was written because there are so many people out there that are confused, frustrated, curious and have many other feelings regarding Christianity, Christians and the church in general. My intent is to help bring clarity and understanding about some of those subjects for Proverbs 4:7 states, Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment.

It is so important to get understanding and decipher/interpret things thoroughly and carefully. For II Timothy 2:15 (AMP) states, Study and be eager and do your utmost to present yourself to God approved (tested by trial), a workman who has no cause to be ashamed, correctly analyzing and accurately dividing [rightly handling and skillfully teaching] the Word of Truth. Satan is always there to manipulate the word in some way and if you are not familiar with God’s word then it will be difficult to know what is and is not the truth. Understand, Satan knows the word of God too and uses it very sparingly to cause people to stumble (sin). Matthew 4:1-11 reveals how Satan tempted Jesus. He didn’t say just anything to Him. He actually spoke the word of God to Jesus, but Jesus was focused and would not allow Satan to distract Him from His mission. Satan also tries to confuse people and cause them to totally ignore the truth. I Corinthians 14:33 (AMP) states, "For He [Who is the source of their prophesying] is not a God of confusion and disorder but of peace and order. As [is the practice] in all the churches of the saints (God’s