[UntoHim]

Originally Posted by Awoken

That's the real danger of deception; it doesn't involve a lack of sincerity or the absence of good intention on the part of the deceived.

A very perceptive observation for such a young man! Welcome to the Forum Awoken. Thanks for giving your testimony.

You appear to have quite a bit on your plate, especially considering you are right in the middle of your college studies. I would advise you to take it a little slow with all the various people you want to get caught up with, maybe with the exception of the ex-roomate who you might need to spend a little time with to repair that relationship.

As far as dealing with the various saints in your locality, I would take it very slow, and pray for wisdom and grace and follow the words of the apostle Paul to the Colossians: "Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person." I know this is quite a big chore for someone in your position, but you've already come a long, long way in such a short time, and I think you will be overloading your heart and mind if you try to "save" everybody all at once!

Again, welcome to the Forum and we look forward to your participation.