I dont understand this "Christian" thing? (Women Please)?

Question

This question is for a christian, adult, women who understands teenagers and is willing to help one.

I don’t understand this whole "Christian" thing. I know it is a religion, but I don’t know what it is about. I have met a few people who are christians, and they are always so nice, never have a sour thing to say, and always seem happy. If this is what is a christian is like, happy I mean, then I want to be happy. Can anyone tell me how to do this?

When answering this question, please state your age and gender before answering. I want a girl because it is more comfortable that way, and a women because they would have more experience.

If I think it is worth it, I would like to get in contact with the woman with the best answer.

OK! OK! Wait a minute! You are all gonna have to start over!! What does sucking have to do with christianity? And what the world is this Ireal, dieing, bible thing? No!I OMG! I'm so confused!

Also, I am 16 years old.

Answer 1

Sweet 16,,,your at a great age,your whole life ahead of you,ask Jesus in your heart and life,,you' will have a great start in life if you take heed to this,,I am 50yrs old and female.
Read your bible or get one a living bible is easy to understand,and pray for understanding,the bible is our blue print for life.God has a plan and purpose for your life,you must find it,,Godspeed to you,you will do well.also start reading John Chapter1 and go from there.

Answer 2

I'm a 61 year old grandmother and tough as nails. I came out of the chute, a tomboy and I'm still climbing trees. I call myself God's little brat because that's just what I am.

If you have a good father, you'll be able to understand the things of Christianity. If you don't, you most definitely have a portrait of what you think a good father would be, in your head.

God is the epitome of fatherhood, right down to the spankings when we need it. He is not a far off deity that people idolize and build statues of. He is real and He is loving beyond anything you've ever known.

Once upon a time, God wiped out those who just wouldn't listen. Today, we have Jesus and He stands in the doorway between us and God. He is 'us' to the Father and He is 'God' to the believer. He is the door. Believe me, God is loving but as hard hearted as people are, we would have been wiped out centuries ago, if not for Jesus.

It is because of this knowledge, that the believers love Jesus so dearly. He is our life and breath.

Jesus is not an image on a wall. He is true and He lives with us. As strange as it sounds, Jesus is also the Holy Spirit and it's through that avenue (Holy Spirit) that Jesus is enabled to speak with us, guide us, teach us and (the part we especially like) comfort us.

With Jesus, it's not all study and good habits and pleasing the other members. With Jesus, is down and real. It's the private conversations in the night. The friend who is there, any time you need Him. That's what Jesus loves-being allowed to be near us. He loves us like nothing you could imagine.

We don't even understand the full meaning of love. He teaches us that too.

With Jesus, it's like taking hold of a hand and letting your lover lead you through life.

From me to you....it's great. It's peace, it's joy, it's wonder.

Allah will not answer you. Buddha cannot speak to you. They are stone and hope.

Our Jesus is life and hope and truth. If you will let Him, He will show you His way and His world. All it takes, with Him, is asking.

Answer 3

Hi! I am a lady, 50 years old, and have been a Christian since I was a small child.

I think that is wonderful that you are seeing things in Christians you have met, that are causing you to desire to find out more.

As others on here have mentioned, being a Christian is having a relationship with God, through Jesus Christ. If you are seeing Christians being happy and so nice, that is because they know Jesus. What you are seeing is the result of Jesus working in their lives and helping them become more like Him. He desires to do that for everyone.

The Bible is a collection of books that God inspired certain people to write, which tells us a lot about God and how to have this relationship. If you have a Bible, I would encourage you to start reading it, and I recommend starting with the book of John. (You can find it in the back section of the Bible, called the New Testament. It is the fourth book in that section.) The book of John tells us a lot about Jesus. (If you don't have a Bible, you can read it online at http://www.biblegateway.com )

It's kind-of hard to explain everything on here, but I would like to recommend a few websites which might help as well. The first one is a video clip about God's love for us, and the second one is a text version of what is said in the video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BKmdIdQg3Ks

http://www.fathersloveletter.com/flltextenglish.html

This website explains about how to become a Christian. Scroll down to get to the free download called, "These Are the Facts."

http://winkiepratney.com/tracts_by_winkie_pratney/index.html

Feel free to email me if you have further questions, and I'd be happy to help.

Answer 4

I am a 21 year old woman. I do not think you should attribute this particular quality of happiness to just Christian women. Women who believe in a higher power generally are more happy than others, regardless of their religion. This is because they feel they are being guided through life, so they have less to worry about, they are just along for the ride. A lot of stress is taken off this way.

Answer 5

I am 20 years old & female.

The Christian life is different because we have a hope that passes even our own understanding. We won't be happy just because everything is going right - no, when bad or difficult things happen thats when we trust in the Lord God that He knows and cares deeply about each of us individually. We can trust Him with everything in our lives. So we can have hope and joy no matter our troubles (that can still trouble us, but we don't lose hope). The Christian life, if true, is the only true and absolutely the greatest path anyone can take. But don't choose it if you want an easy life.

Answer 6

I am a 49 year old woman, that loves Jesus Christ.
what a great question. Christianity is not just a religion, my friend- it is a relationship with Jesus. Let me explain. We are all sinners that fall short of the glory of God. And God is holy and just- so there has to be payment for sin- however God in His infinite love and mercy sent His son to come down to earth to die on the cross so that we can have eternal life - and that means much more then just a "free ticket to heaven". Jesus deserves to be your Savior, your Friend, your comforter, and your Lord. Being happy however only is connected with "happenings"- however Jesus can give you joy even when things are not making you happy. How do you become a Christian- in simple terms here it is-
1- admit that you are a sinner
2- confess your sin and repent- turn from your sin to God
3- accept Christ as FULL payment for your sin
4- then allow the Holy Spirit to fill you completely and live for Him- and He will give you eternal life, freedom from sin, and joy unspeakable and full of glory.

Even if you do not select me as best answer- I would love to hear from you- if you can email me- God is calling you to Himself or you would not ask this question.
I hope that you get some other people who take your question seriously. God bless

edit- please do not take seriously the ones that are not helping you understand Christianity- you do have a choice, but God is calling you-

Answer 7

Ignorance is bliss... thats why the Christians you see are smiling. Please do yourself a favor go out and love nature, it has no harmful doctrine or dogma. Believe in god/s if you want but don't get caught in religion...

Those who dwell...among the beauties and mysteries of the earth are never alone or weary of life. . . Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. The more clearly we can focus our attention on
the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.
Rachel Carson

I believe in God only I spell it NATURE... Frank Lloyd Wright

Answer 8

I'm a 56 year old Christian woman. Christianity is based on the person of Jesus Christ, and He is written about in the bible. He was the son of God who came to earth for one reason; to go to the cross to pay the price for every single sin each of us has ever committed. There is one thing God asks; that we repent of our sins and believe in His son.

But this of course, is just the beginning. So much more is taught through the bible. Who God is, His character, how He loves us. The nation of Israel, and their history; how some followed and believed Jesus was their Messiah, but many did not. How Jesus died, rose again, and the promises we have, those who believe in Him.

I pray that God show you who His son is, that you can come to know Him. There is nothing more fine than having a life, seen through the eyes of knowing Jesus Christ.

Answer 9

Christianity is a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Chrsit,start off by asking him to come into your heart and to forgive all your sins then ask him to show you how to live for him,develop a prayer Life ,read the bible ,spend time with jesus one on one,and ask him what church he wants you to go to to grow spiritually I would Like to talk to you to you can e-mail me or get me on yahoo messanger I am a woman 46 who has been walking with the Lord over 10 years its not hard its all about him not us and our relationship with him Be blessed Lisa

Answer 10

girl .... teens .....

i guess maybe you can go to a church and listen to the sermon maybe it will enlighten you .... if you email me the area you live in i can tell you a good church in our fellowship were a woman will pray with you .... christianity is not only about being happy it's about knowing that when you die you will go to heaven and that God is waiting for you ... but while we're on earth we have to share the Gospel with others so they won't die and end up in hell .... if you know a church in you area called The Door... The Potter's House ... Victory Chapel ... or Lighthouse ... i suggest you go to one of those churches ..... most people judge christians by catholics but that's totally wrong .... we're not perfect all the time ... we all have bad days ... and we aren't like holy and stuff that doesn't mean you can't have fun ... we have like friday nights fellowship were we bring food and games and stuff .... being a christian you have friends that all have one thing in common ... your love for Christ ...