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81 | How do we preach the Gospel? | 1 John 2:2 | GeorJoy | 100392 | ||
I agree wholeheartedly, with one exception. Not "being told by you." they should see you and the difference between you and others, which is your evidence. However I feel that we may be trying to take things in to our own hands. For I do not remember, other than the performance of miracles, Paul, the apostles, or for that matter Jesus himself ever doing anything more than "presenting" the good news. They didn't use psycology, they didn't try to tell or show what they had "recieved" as a "payment or result" of their believing. They simply delivered the word and the Spirit did the rest. Anything more on our part is a show of a lack of the faith that we are supposed to be modeling. Yet, what works for one may or may not work for another. Personally, I "often,(not always, depending on delivery)" consider it boasting when someone tells what the Lord has done for them. In Christ George |
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82 | How do you put this into practice? | Ps 46:10 | GeorJoy | 100360 | ||
To be honest.... I have this same problem... I was only quoting what I have been told... It didn't do me much good either. Thank you for showing me that I am not the only "odd ball" where this matter is concerned.... Is this where the term "odd balls of a feather need to stick together" was coined? How did that saying go?!? Oooooh Lord, I'd bet that they were called worse than odd balls back in the Acts... Oooooh how I love that "eternal powersource within!" Ain't God Great!?! In Christ George |
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83 | How do we preach the Gospel? | 1 John 2:2 | GeorJoy | 100354 | ||
I had this same experience you are having many years ago. My friend said that the Bible was written by man and therefore fallible. The Lord showed me 2Ti 3:16 All scripture is ---)given by inspiration of God,(--- and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Although I don't like to put it this way, I feel that the Lord put the following into my heart to tell this person. If there is a God and the bible is His word and I live by what it says, I will spend eternity with my God and reap the rewards promised in His Word. If there isn't a God and I still live by what the bible says, have I not gained more than I have lost by loving others? In actuality, what have I lost? However, if there is a God and The Bible IS His word to man and You do not live by it, what have you lost.... Your eternal soul! The Bible also speaks of what the non believer will experience. (then I quote the passage about Lazarus and the rich man.) If you present it right, you may not know it but you will at the very least "plant the seed." Another friend that I was trying to witness to once told me "what is steak to some, is hamburger to others." He was referring to Jesus and His teachings, that although they were stake to me, they were mere hamburger to him. After I clarified that I had understood him to say what I thought I had understood, the Lord put the following words in my mouth. "If this is how you feel, then so be it. the next time you grill a stake or hamburger, you might want to take a look at those hot fire coals. The Lord stated that your final destination, should you not choose to accept Him, would make those coals look like a cool bed of roses. May God bless you in your witnessing. Ask Him. He will. Just don't get discouraged. And don't get impatient. Remember Rom 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Even a failure now and then is included in the "all things." You may never see the fruits of your toil. But the Lord knows this persons heart and Ecc 3:1 To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: In Christ George |
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84 | Open mouth, insert foot | Rom 12:6 | GeorJoy | 99844 | ||
I am only beginning in my formal studies. I have barely scratched the surface, yet this one discovery was a pleasing surprise and has truly been an eye opener, for I always considered it (exhortation,) more of a curse than a blessing. Yet, even as I have often stated in this forum, “the Lord gave me my big mouth, then He gave me His word.” There is no doubt that He will now use my big mouth to spread His word. I really don’t feel that it is my calling to be a pastor teacher. Perhaps a teacher, perhaps something else, who other than He knows, but in the end; whatever the Lord intends me to do, I want to be fully prepared to do it as none other could… Makarios, I have read many of your posts. You, among a select few in this forum have won my total respect and admiration. I sincerely appreciate your comments, and I thank God for those such as yourself and all who are Gods gifts to the body. God Bless George |
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85 | Open mouth, insert foot | Rom 12:6 | GeorJoy | 99787 | ||
Through my biblical studies, I have recently found why I am as I am. In the KJV, Ro:7:6 through 8, Paul lists seven gifts, of which the 4th is “exhortation.” I George AKA GeorJoy, am one who exhorts. Per Merriam Webster; exhortation is defined as follows 1 : an act or instance of exhorting 2 : language intended to incite and encourage. transitive senses : to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly intransitive senses : to give warnings or advice : make urgent appeals –exhorter noun My years have taught me more than a little about human nature. What I have yet to understand where human nature is concerned, is why it is that many, and at times “most” choose to bring out the first of the transitive senses of my gift? At times I catch myself wanting to argue a point on which I have nothing other than hearsay on which to base my argument. 99.875 percent of the time, I can catch myself and shut my mouth before I put my foot in it. Why is it that there are many who would rather put both feet in their mouth and then continue arguing, rather than keep it shut in the first place? Or at the very least, shut up when the realization hits them that they are wrong. One can often see this realization in their expression, but they go on and on. One knows they are not as stupid as they portray… Or are they. Any biblically based thoughts and passages on this matter will be appreciated. George |
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86 | Starve the flesh, feed the Spirit | Gal 2:20 | GeorJoy | 99620 | ||
Prazan I just had to print out your note as a constant reminder. In the Spirit, I know that no truer words could have been written other than those of the word itself, but my flesh is, Oh so weak! Although I have been a lifelong believer and am currently studying for a degree in theology, I have only within the past year, truly devoted myself to a sincere study of the Word, as I so dearly wish I had done so many years ago. I have such a hard time when it comes to developing, what I would consider to be a “good prayer life.” Oh I pray; I take my confessions, praises, concerns and desires to He who is faithful and just. Yet, only too often I feel that I am on the verge of being guilty of senseless babble. Although I avoid repetition, it seems that I am simply unable to put into words what is truly in my heart. By His word and faith, I know that my Lord knows my heart, yet I have such a sense of lacking. Your post conveyed more than simple words when I read it. Please take a moment to share your thoughts concerning my concern noted herein. In Christ we all lack something. Salvation is attained through mercy, yet once salvation is attained, there is so much more that is available. I am a simple vessel. I will not be satisfied here on this earth until my cup is filled to overflowing, so that I may serve Him to my fullest. Sincerely desirous, and in brotherly love George |
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87 | Crucified Christians? | Gal 2:20 | GeorJoy | 99617 | ||
My appologies justme... I did not notice who had posted this question, and I do not wish to participate in a discussion. Still, I pray my answer will help. God Bless George |
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88 | Is the Potter free to do as He pleases? | Eph 2:3 | GeorJoy | 99243 | ||
Left to our own devices, we would be as those of old who were left to their owh devices. They were commonly known as "HEATHEN." Praise His Mighty name... George |
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89 | Was Mary an apostle? | John 20:18 | GeorJoy | 95167 | ||
Tanx Hank. I'll member dat one fer a whule. Till I'm a-fergettin it any way. | ||||||
90 | Was Mary an apostle? | John 20:18 | GeorJoy | 95165 | ||
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91 | Was Mary an apostle? | John 20:18 | GeorJoy | 95157 | ||
I'm ill-letterate. George |
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92 | Women Preachers? Yes or No? | NT general Archive 1 | GeorJoy | 95156 | ||
Dear brother, your knowledge has you confused. Forget everything you know about OT Judaism. Read what our Lord said in the NT, then apply only what "He referred to" from your previous learning’s. It is so simple, yet we are so accustomed to complexity that we fail to comprehend the simplicity of such a statement as what Christ said pertaining to divorce. This is where confusion and dissention comes in between Christians. We however, I am sure can agree to disagree. In loving mutuality. George |
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93 | Since we are talking Bible versions | Bible general Archive 2 | GeorJoy | 95016 | ||
I have, and I found it reciently at one of the links on your profile. The only problem is that I can't remember which link. George |
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94 | how do I know if God is speaking to me | John | GeorJoy | 94999 | ||
I once called it a "gut feeling." Whenever I went against that feeling, I was inevitably wrong. Since learning how to walk in the Spirit, I no longer call it a "gut feeling," for I now reconize that "gut feeling" for what it really is. George |
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95 | Sound Advise??? | Bible general Archive 2 | GeorJoy | 94993 | ||
Your words, my dear Brother, will remain in my heart for the remainder of my time. Your www links have already been a blessing to me. I have accessed your profile many times, and visited many valuable links. Thanks It is those such as yourself who make sights such as this so valuable. George |
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96 | Women Preachers? Yes or No? | NT general Archive 1 | GeorJoy | 94981 | ||
Let me rephrase my statement. We believers “who are led by the Spirit” are not under the law. Gal 5:18 George |
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97 | Women Preachers? Yes or No? | NT general Archive 1 | GeorJoy | 94934 | ||
Radioman2, did you respond to the wrong note? For this has nothing to do with the subject matter of the note it is attached to. George |
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98 | Women Preachers? Yes or No? | NT general Archive 1 | GeorJoy | 94925 | ||
Bless your heart Hank, for I agree nearly completely. I believe though, that we two can agree to almost disagree. There are many Church's and individuals, I am sure you will agree, who profess Christ yet insist on deluting His word with their personal insertions and removals thereof. These are those of whom I speak. I would assume that geography has a lot to do with their numbers. Your Brother in Christ George |
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99 | Women Preachers? Yes or No? | NT general Archive 1 | GeorJoy | 94923 | ||
Let me rephrase my statement. We believers “who are led by the Spirit” are not under the law. Gal 5:18 My apologies. George |
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100 | Women Preachers? Yes or No? | NT general Archive 1 | GeorJoy | 94918 | ||
Hank, you know as well as I do that this forum could not support a post large enough to thoroughly answer your post, so generally speaking, do you believe that Christ and His "unleavened" word is taught and adheared to in the Church as a whole today? Mine was a strong statement, but ponder it deeply. A simple yes or no will suffice. George |
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