I've had a lot of people in my lifetime kneel at my feet laying their hands upon me and asking for my forgiveness. Whether it's a group of homeless people in an ally or parents that have lost their children or just ordinary people with regret in their hearts as well as the elderly, rich and poor alike. I never know what to say to this people because they apparently see something in me that’s godly enough for them to do this. They refer to me as a Saint.
Can you imagine being in an ally, a million dollar home or some shack deep in the woods with people knelt at your feet pulling at your shirt and hands with tears in their eyes asking for your forgiveness, what would you say?
What exactly is a Saint?
2007-08-19 08:11:19 · 13 answers · asked by Sean 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
yes. because in order to be a saint, you have to be dead..for like 150 years before the canonization process is even considered..though it seems the catholic church is bending the rules for mother teresa and pope john paul II
i doubt st john of the cross knows he's a saint
2007-08-19 08:16:45 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Their are many gifts that have been given, Love and compassion are the greatest gifts, it seems you might have such gifts, all saints are required to have these two but if you have not sought out Christ then spiritually you are just a good person without the authority for any eternal ministry,..........LooK at the gifts that you have, it is a wonderful thing but how to use those gifts is where you lack,....and this is ok because I'm sure all of
God's saints were at this same point you are now at,.....seek him that is eternal, (i might have some answers for you,....just ask)
God Speed
2007-08-19 18:35:56 · answer #2 · answered by Pistol Pete 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A saint is never declared a saint in his/her life time. A saint must have lived an exemplary life with extreme devotion to God and in the process be able to perform miracles that can not be explained by any natural process. A saint is determined by Canon Law to be face to face with the beatific vision which is God and can therefore intercede for us with God if need be. If you are able to perform miracles then perhaps you are a saint. Otherwise, how would you know for sure? I can say anyone I choose is a saint, but maybe it would be an assumption or simply a bold faced lie. Saints do not have the power to forgive. God keeps that power to Himself. But of course we can forgive people who have done something unkind to us for having done that evil deed.
2007-08-19 16:40:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Saint is a set apart one chosen by YHWH (G_D) Himself.
A Saint is a specific messenger. Find your message and you will find your comfort.
I had to be shaken awake by YHWH to realize I was a Saint. My message is to be a Minister yet talk in normal, common sense, every day language to help others understand. To be the bridge if you will. As well as be a care taker of the animals. I've had countless times with wild, stray, lost animals I've lost count.
Some Saints do heal by touch. Others are Saints of grievers and the lost. Look at all that happens as it happens, as in feelings, emotions, if always bout death, etc. You will realize what messenger you are.
Then focus on that area and YHWH will sharpen your skills almost over night. He sped me from no knowledge to almost full blown in just a year. Impossible for me to learn that amount of info w/o His help, past impossible.
2007-08-19 15:24:23 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe God has recognized many more, living or not as Saints. More than those whom the Church has bestowed the title. No, I believe one who is still living this life never thinks of that at all. They just are who they are. Others living though may if they know this person realize they are blessed to know such a special person.
2007-08-19 16:52:19 · answer #5 · answered by June smiles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The word "saint" is the word ALL Christians were originally called.
The Catholic Church decided to disobey God and Jesus (Matt. 23:8-10) and labeled ones they considered better than most others as saints. And even tells their people they can pray to them. The Bible says we all will stay in the dirt, until Jesus returns. So they are praying to dead bodies in dirt.
So take your pick.
2007-08-19 15:22:50 · answer #6 · answered by geessewereabove 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A Saint is someone who has been saved and believes in Jesus as their Savior...that means all Christians....I know the Pope thinks only he can make someone a Saint....but that is just one, in a long line of errors by the Catholic Church........and why people of the Catholic Church who read their Bible and believe what it says, would believe this is beyond me...
2007-08-19 15:21:58 · answer #7 · answered by dreamdress2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think a saint is a person who has the ability to see
so that they can help guide people without judgement or harsh critisizim,
2007-08-19 19:50:01 · answer #8 · answered by Type O' 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I couldn't say it any better than Crypto the unknown has.
Make's me want to put a sweater on in honor of St. Fred of Rogers.
*hums*
It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood....."
2007-08-19 15:47:37 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A saint is anyone who has put their faith in the finished work of Jesus Christ to save them from their sins and give them eternal life. There are no further qualifications for being a saint, despite what the Catholic church says. The Bible calls all believers "saints".
2007-08-19 15:17:21 · answer #10 · answered by Craig R 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋