Two distinct revelations I've had of late concerning the Christian life...
#1: The most obvious and binding points of commonality between the members of a church congregation are the things they're not willing to give up for the cause of Christ.
Think about it. Then, comment. I'd love to open that idea up to discussion. I think I stand on solid experiential ground, but I recognize that there are most assuredly exceptions. So, don't you dare accuse me of making hasty generalizations. I know this principle is not universal--but it surely seems to be a pattern worth observing.
#2: The boldest and most controversial action in the history of mankind was an act of undeserved forgiveness.
Not a mind-blowing discovery, but still a meaningful revelation for me. It hit me at a time where forgiving was the only course of action that people weren't really suggesting for me. But God dropped this 'nugget' on me while I was in the shower--I think God uses showers in my life more than he uses altar calls, now. Anyways, just let that one sink in if it's meant to hit you, or nod your head and move on if it isn't.
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#1: Yes. But not necessarily the things they are unwilling to give up... probably, they(I) don't even think about giving anything up for Christ, and if they(I) do, it's most likely meat, sugar, coffee, television, a whole meal!, dating... silliness. From my experience the church often forms a community of dualists; it's the inability to live holistically that seems so relatable. But that's another story...
ReplyDeleteWhat should the church be giving up for Jesus? And do you mean "giving up" as in a sacrifice, or as in offering... or both? Yes, both.
#2 Yes. "The wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our lord." Aren't all gifts free? I guess salvation's extra free. It's overwhelming sometimes. Why so free? Not the random "I saw this and thought of you" kind of gift, but like the "I knew you really, really needed this" kind. All the time.
You should log on to BibleShared.com in the group "test" and post your blogs alongside relevant verses ;-)
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