AboutRev C.Brian Ross Expertise I am happy to offer answers to anyone with a question that refers to the Christian Faith in its widest possible sense. I believe that the Bible is the living Word of God, and seek to base all of my life on its teaching. I also have some knowledge of some of the cults, and of Islam and Judaism. Of course, my answers are just one man's thoughts, and I would always advise a questioner to check with others, and with the Word of God.
Experience Served as a full-time parish minister in Scotland for about six years, and then spent the last thirty as a teacher (now 'retired') of Religious Education in Secondary Comprehensive schools (ages 11-17) while continuing my own preaching and teaching ministry. I also believe that learning is a life-time process, and have recently completed a Master's degree in Divinity.
Organizations Former Presenter on Revival FM - a local Christian, community radio station, broadcasting in west central Scotland, and online at revival.fm Involved with a number of organisations that support Christians who are currently suffering persecution in some 70 countries around the world.
Publications Various articles in Christian magazines. I also have two blogsites - www.crazyrev.blogspot.com and (with audio messages) www.revcbross.blogspot.com
Education/Credentials Diploma of The Bible Training Institute, Glasgow;
Licentiate in Theology of the University of Glasgow;
Associateship of The Philosophical Society of England;
Bachelor of Arts Degree (Hons) in History from The Open University;
Post-grad Certificate of Education - Religious Education and History;
Post-grad Cetificate in Learning and Teaching;
Post-grad Diploma in Management and Learning in Education;
Master of Science Degree from the University of Strathclyde;
Master of Divinity Degree (Hons) from Trinity College and Seminary (accredited by the University of Liverpool)
Question Well this is what she said the Holy Spirit told her to tell me.-
My child, you want to belong to my very elite exclusive club, because it has great benefits, eternal life, eternal rewards, Heaven and all it glory,the company of saints,friends and loved ones and my loving presence. To be in my Holy city, to eat on my prepared table, to see the most unimaginable beauty that I have prepared for those who follow and love me with all their minds and souls. Yes i want you to belong, but ...BUT YOU HAVE TO FOLLOW THE RULES> MY RULES!!!! I demand a clean and praiseworthy life. I know that you will make mistakes, but i love you and try very very hard not to do it again. I will forgive when you ask with all of your heart. You definitely know if you are saved when you accept me, and hunger for me, want me in everything, don't push me aside. you will want to seek me in church and my Holy book , the book of life, the Bible. Seek me now that you are young and the rest of your days will be rewarded with blessings. I the Lord am God who made you, apart yourself from all that is evil. CHOOSE NOW. so that you will not be lost in the eternal fire that awaits those that donot want or love me. You said that you have accepted me, but you really have not, if you did you would be after me with great hunger to know me. You would want me to dwell in you, but you don't want me to. seek me now while there is still time, because I tell you we are in the last days. You still have time. when you really and truly accept me as your Lord and savior I tell you this you will not have any fear because I am not the God of fear, I am the God of love , I will give the spirit of love and of a sound mind body and soul.
Do you think that this is truly true?I don't want to miss the Holy Spirit's message so what should I do?
Answer I think that it is very unusual for the Holy Spirit to give a specific word to me with regard to someone I have never met. Perhaps this person has a deeper relationship with Him than I have - but I honestly doubt it.
My personal reaction is to totally discount such a harsh word - e.g. "CHOOSE NOW. so that you will not be lost in the eternal fire that awaits those that do not want or love me. You said that you have accepted me, but you really have not, if you did you would be after me with great hunger to know me." - when there is no possibility of pastoral follow-up and care. (As I recall, you told me that this came from another "AllExperts" person, who is dealing with your situation in the same way that I am seeking to do).
I can only keep referring you to my earlier counsel, and trust that you will be granted understanding of the love that Father God has for you, and His desire, not to scare you, but to enfold you in that love.
