EV and McKell... I have to admit to the two of you that I listened to someone that hasn't even posted on this thread and felt a bit defensive.

Your wonderful posts to me have humbled me. All I can do at this point is apologize deeply to the two of you.

By way of explanation, I do have to admit that I've been angry at God, there was a time I wondered if He really loved me, but through experience and perseverance, His presence in my life became more and more real to me.

If you would read my thread in this forum, "Couldn't sleep...", it would be a good starter. Another way to know who God is, is to read the book of John in the New Testament. It describes Christ's love and attitude towards those who believe in Him. He states that "The Father and I are one." If you know Christ, you know God the Father.

I would suggest a Bible translated into modern English; perhaps a study Bible. That will give you cross-references. If you have questions, you can ask me and I will answer to the best of my ability.

If you don't have a Bible at your disposal, here is a link where you can read any translation, references and commentaries, just for starters. Bible Gateway

The Old Testament is really hard to get through so I would save that for later. Just MHO. Someone else might disagree with me.

I hope that I have redeemed myself in your eyes, Ladies. One of these days I'll learn to not listen to cryptic messages.