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1 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | BradK | 157737 | ||
Dear humbled..., Your words definitely strike on a point of truth. I thank you for speaking from your heart and sharing your perspective. Those of us who have been around awhile, I think realize that there are many who we don't hear from that are watching and reading. What we say matters and we should convey a Christ-like attitude and demeanor at all times. Sometimes we (and I) may fall short. From my perspective you have 3 catagories of people, in general: 1. Those who are serious and have come to seek, learn, and contribute; 2. Those who are "just passing through" so-to-speak; 3. Those who seek to disrupt and promote heresy The challenge is being able to discern, assess, and draw a quick conclusion based on only a few, if not just a single post! So, without making excuses or merely offering an apology, it is very difficult to determine who is serious and truly seeking an honest answer and who is merely playing games and being disruptive. Too often the bad outweigh the good. It is a problem inherent in a public Forum such as this. I think you'll find the heart of many, if not most of the "regulars" is to seek to honor and glorify the Lord by their participation. I'm glad to hear that you think this is "one of the best". I think it is too and that's why I strive to be a positive influence. Please, stick around and be part of the solution as well. We need others such as yourself:-) Speaking the Truth in Love, BradK |
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2 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | humbledbyhisgrace | 157738 | ||
Hey Brad, I understand and I truly understand the heart felt passion many have when it comes to our God and His word. In regards to the regulars. I thank God for them! I've learned much from many on this forum. I read this forum daily and usually several times a day. This forum is a great place for learning there is no doubt about it and there are some good teachers here. I agree the heart of most of the regulars are in the right place most of the time. I pray my post did not come across as if they were not. Something I would like everyone to consider. When someone makes a post instead of taking the defensive approach simply give them the truth in God's word. No one, including the devil can defeat the truth. Regardless of what they say, the truth will always stand out and there is no need for pride or defensive language or sarcasm to strengthen it. If someone feels the need to defend God's word then it should be done as God has instructed 1 Pet. 3:15. The word of God will stand on it's own every time. When I think about God's word and it's power I always think about Hebrews 4:12 and Isaiah 55:11. Is that not some awesome scripture! What more could we possibly do to it to improve on that? Also Brad, I don't exclude myself from any of this. Not just on the forum but in my daily life as well. I'm just as guilty. You know it's funny how easy it is to recognize something when you are so familiar with it, good or bad. |
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3 | Number 216 | Bible general Archive 3 | DocTrinsograce | 157753 | ||
Dear Humbled, Of course, the root problem is that the truth is not palatable. Our flesh resists it. You point out that the Word of God will stand on its own. That is quite true. However, we are assured by that very same Word that it will be an offense to those who hear it. We can package it as kindly, tenderly, and gently as humans can muster, yet it will still cause offense. Nevertheless, as Solomon said, "the wounds of a friend are better than the kisses of an enemy." The post-modern mind-set views cordiality as the summum bonum of human interaction. That is a notion, however, that is alien to the Scriptures. Irony, humor, and even stern rebuke are instructional tools used by our Savior. Nor did Christ set the precedent, for it is common to the prophets of old as well as the apostles. I am confident that many examples come instantly to our minds. From an experiential standpoint, I am very grateful to those who have rebuked me sternly when I have been blind, childish, or in error. Now, I do not jump into your conversation with Brother Brad in order to justify a sin. There can never be a just or reasonable excuse for sin! However, simply because something does not meet some societal standard of cordiality does not mean it is sin. Nor does it mean that it is not rooted in a genuine concern for others. On the other hand, I am reminded of a quote by Jonathan Edwards. He wrote, "Be advised to consider what others say of you and improve it to this end, to know whether you do not live in some way of sin... And though the imputation may seem to us to be very groundless and we think that they, in charging us so, are influenced by no good spirit; yet if we act prudently, we shall take so much notice of it as to make an occasion of examining ourselves... it is most imprudent as well as most unchristian, to take it amiss, and resent it, when we are thus told of our faults: we should rather rejoice in it, that we are shown our spots... we should improve what our enemies say of us. If they from an ill spirit reproach and revile us to our faces, we should consider it, so far as to reflect inward upon ourselves and inquire whether it not be so, as they charge us... they are likely to fix on real faults, they are likely to fall upon us where we are weakest and most defective." Certainly you, Humbled, are not an enemy! How much more ought Edwards advice then fall on the heart of those who are seeking to please a Holy Father? Therefore, I will carefully consider your suggestions to see if the Lord is revealing a better way to exemplify Him as I teach others His Word. I'm grateful for your participation in the forum, Humbled. I hope that you will continue to be an active member. Thank you for bringing up this matter. In Him, Doc |
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