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I know that was not what she was referring to but that is exactly what it is. "cease striving and know that I am God" I have no clue what this verse has to do with what I am talking about?
Because you may not have done it devoutly enough and actually experienced the reality of God in your inner soul. You keep puffing yourself up with words you think you understand and expect some magic reward will save you from yourself because of your obedience to what you think you understand is required. We need to tune our minds to Jesus and God . . . that is the purpose of prayer (or meditation). Rote reading and recitation of words with our mere human minds will avail us little . . . we must sense and commune with god directly and personally so that it will become written in our hearts and we will act in accord with it . . . because that is the way WE wish to act.
Because you may not have done it devoutly enough and actually experienced the reality of God in your inner soul. You keep puffing yourself up with words you think you understand and expect some magic reward will save you from yourself because of your obedience to what you think you understand is required. We need to tune our minds to Jesus and God . . . that is the purpose of prayer (or meditation). Rote reading and recitation of words with our mere human minds will avail us little . . . we must sense and commune with god directly and personally so that it will become written in our hearts and we will act in accord with it . . . because that is the way WE wish to act.
Amen..................(can't rep you either.........)
Thanks, Shana, and you're absolutely right. There is nothing to debate.
It is too bad that some so-called Christians interpret sharing as an opportunity to argue. You would think that once in a while there could be unity in spirit. I guess that so long as some people are bound by the law and others by the spirit, that unity in spirit is too much to expect.
That is not a weakness, but one of the fruits we bear as Christians, furthermore it is scriptural. I will worry for any Christian who does not try and seek Christian fellowship or hunger for His word.
"Jesus blows His breath" What verse is that?
Rauch: Hebrew word for spirit. AKA: Breath, Wind, Moving Air.
If we focus more on religious knowledge than personal relationship with Jesus, then we take the chance of becoming like the Sanhedrin. We might know a lot of stuff, but miss Jesus when He walks (or blows) by.
This is when we get into arguments over what we consider important religious points.....while missing the whole point.
It is too bad that some so-called Christians interpret sharing as an opportunity to argue. You would think that once in a while there could be unity in spirit. I guess that so long as some people are bound by the law and others by the spirit, that unity in spirit is too much to expect.
You make a very valid point Goodpasture. Fundamentalist seems trapped by legalism, yet claims that he is not. I've been reading this board for over two years now, and reading silently for the last couple of months. Interesting what you can learn about people, and how some want to grow in their faith and some are stagnant.
I've watched DayoftheLord blossom spiritually since she came to the board in May. The story she told in this thread and the changes taking place in her can only be attributed to God and spiritual growth in and through Him. She listens, she observes, she's eager to learn, she has many faults but is very gracious in acknowledging them, apologizing for them and apologizing to others when she offends. She has all the attributes that we should all be striving for, myself included.
I've noticed this about many posters here and how they have grown. I'm not saying it's just DOTL, but this is her thread and she needs some building up. Sadly, I've also noticed the stagnation and fleshly stubborness of some posters that prevent them from growing.
Just some observations from an old timer. And I abhore the ugliness that is running rampant here, so you won't see much of me. Besides, Jesus will be returning soon and I've got work to do elsewhere. God bless.
You make a very valid point Goodpasture. Fundamentalist seems trapped by legalism, yet claims that he is not. I've been reading this board for over two years now, and reading silently for the last couple of months. Interesting what you can learn about people, and how some want to grow in their faith and some are stagnant.
I've watched DayoftheLord blossom spiritually since she came to the board in May. The story she told in this thread and the changes taking place in her can only be attributed to God and spiritual growth in and through Him. She listens, she observes, she's eager to learn, she has many faults but is very gracious in acknowledging them, apologizing for them and apologizing to others when she offends. She has all the attributes that we should all be striving for, myself included.
I've noticed this about many posters here and how they have grown. I'm not saying it's just DOTL, but this is her thread and she needs some building up. Sadly, I've also noticed the stagnation and fleshly stubborness of some posters that prevent them from growing.
Just some observations from an old timer. And I abhore the ugliness that is running rampant here, so you won't see much of me. Besides, Jesus will be returning soon and I've got work to do elsewhere. God bless.
You ever get to Tulsa-town, we should get together for a cup of coffee or a cold beer or something. I think I would like to visit with you some day. YBIC
You ever get to Tulsa-town, we should get together for a cup of coffee or a cold beer or something. I think I would like to visit with you some day. YBIC
Awww, thanks Goodpasture!!! I see you're a friend of Miss Blue, so any friend of hers is a friend of mine!!! I'll be sure to make my way to Tulsa after sittin' a spell on the porch with Blue in Kin-tucky!!
Question: If you are not praying and reading your bible while you are alone with Him, then how can you grow?
Maybe by just sitting in the silence.
And listening to that, for once.
You might be amazed what you actually hear there...
Take gentle care.
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Sadly, I've also noticed the stagnation and fleshly stubborness of some posters that prevent them from growing.
God bless.
