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1 | Discuss "a form of godliness?" | Acts 2:17 | Hank | 30547 | ||
First-time greetings, Momma! EdB gave some fine contemporary examples of "having a form of godliness." The Pharisees and other Jewish sects of Jesus' time are a classic example also, and it is easy enough to see parallels of their hyprocrisy and legalism in our time. Jesus condemned their practices then. Is there any reason to believe He has changed His mind about these practices now? --Hank | ||||||
2 | Discuss "a form of godliness?" | Acts 2:17 | Mommapbs | 30574 | ||
Greetings Hank! I agree, these practices are still needing to be recognized and "condemned," however, I feel the need to become aware of other ways "a form of godliness" can creep into the church. I don't think our adversay will be as obvious as a wolf when he attempts to raid the flock! Recently, I was involved in a presentation of the "misapplication" or incomplete application of Scripture. It was very enlightening. How easily we can be tricked into believing we are being "godly" when in fact, we are far from it! This Forum is an excellent way for believers to interface with one another and challenge ourselves in light of God's Word. I was brought up believing certain theologies and those long held beliefs limited my ability to accept what God was trying to teach me about Himself. The process is continuing and my faith grows as I exercise it in obedience to Him. But I often wonder if it would have taken so long for God to get my attention if I wasn't so committed to MY theology instead of to MY God, Jesus! I realize that the examples I initailly suggested were perhaps stretching the envelope for some on this Forum. Please accept my apologies for any distress. I hope that participants will continue to examine their own lives for "forms of godliness" and deal with them appropriately! In Christ's love, Momma |
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