Just learned a life lesson...please read the whole story
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Honey6928215
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I had a friend in high school who was openly gay. He stated he was Christian and was strong in his faith. Well in high school I was VERY VERY outspoken and we often got into arguments about what the Word said about that issue. It would get to where we would go back and forth and not talk for days. Finally in about 11th grade we just let it go and remained friends. Senior year he went to prom with a guy and I just gave him a hug and let by gones be by gones. We went to each others high school going away party. Last summer was the last time I saw him. Earlier this summer he killed himself and I just found out today.
Even though we made up I feel bad because I know that throughout his life people always made fun of him being gay, being overweight at one time, and his outspoken personality. I just know that I never need to judge because you never know what people are going through.
Evagray,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. It's okay to feel bad about they way you two blew up at each other but the important thing is that you two made up and parted on good terms. Imagine how you would feel it you didn't get the chance to do that?
Did you find out how he took his own life? I'm so sorry that he went through a lot. And you are right, we can't judge because we don't know what people are going through.
Honey6928215
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Goes to show you can't go by face value. While everyone thinks that he's doing better in college, he was torn on the inside. Unfortunately, he didn't get the help he needed to get through this. In his case. he would need a professional to help deal with his issues. I wish he went ahead and get the help he needs.
Just pray for him and his family. I can imagine this is a complete shock to all who love him.
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Kurlee
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I'm sorry about ur friend. I learned the bolded early in life. It humbled me. I realize u have to responsible and always treat people with respect and kindness. U never know what someone could be going through no matter how they appear externally. People don't realize the power and weight words carry. I think the dumbest words ever taught are "stick and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me". As simplistic as it sounds, many people take words in, and if they are going thru a tough time, it can really affect them.
It was OK to have a healthy discussion with him. You were not judging him but only telling him what the word said. He probaly felt trapped by that demon and did not know how to get out of. Sucide is an escape when you have lost control. When you are a shamed of something it causes shame. Besides you and him made up but the seed was still planted in deep down inside he knew the truth but could escape the crip of satan in this area. It is called a strong hold. But, it so sad to hear when something like this happens.
Empress Yahudah
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Im sorry to hear that about what happened to ur friend and my prayers go to u and his family for comfort.
DreamLife
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Thanks so much, I know his family needs it.
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