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1 | Questions??? | Matt 27:3 | John Reformed | 74515 | ||
Brian, Yes, the maturation process that we go through is called sanctification. But we must always be aware that it is God in us who does the sanctifying and it is not we that sanctify ourselves. Of course God does not operate in a vacumn, but employs means by which He molds and shapes us into the the likeness of Christ. Prayer, obediance, self-examination, study of Scripture etc. are some of those means. He alsochanges us through trials and tribulations. The most important thing for me to remember is that: "And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Rom 8:28 John |
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2 | Questions??? | Matt 27:3 | Brian.g | 74521 | ||
John Again, I have to agree with you. The times of trials and tribulations, is one in which man's commitment and perseversance strengthens his relationship with God. Unfortunately, for some men, this is also the time in which they abandon or back away from their relationship with God - even though God will continue to reach out to them. It's not to say that these men never desired their relationship with God, it's just they didn't have enough faith, commitment and/or perseverance to help them through the rough times. These are a sample of the people to whom I was referring to initially. They are Christians who have not given 100 percent of their lives to Christ - which represents all of us - in some way, shape or form. And, Jesus will decide which of them He will accept. Thank you, I do appreciate your time and thought towards this discussion. Brian |
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3 | Questions??? | Matt 27:3 | John Reformed | 74522 | ||
Brian, Do a word search on choose. It may give you food for thought. John |
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