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NASB | James 1:26 ¶ If anyone thinks himself to be religious, and yet does not bridle his tongue but deceives his own heart, this man's religion is worthless. |
AMPLIFIED 2015 | James 1:26 ¶ If anyone thinks himself to be religious [scrupulously observant of the rituals of his faith], and does not control his tongue but deludes his own heart, this person's religion is worthless (futile, barren). |
Bible Question:
Thank those who answered my question(do I need to leave the church?). Yes, I am a new Christian. Yes, the minister is married and has children.She has attended the church for about 20 years. She has been a minister about 5 years. She has a very good reputation among her followers. Yes, I talked with her and her followers. After that, I am excluded. They think I am not on their side. If I want to be part of them, I have to be like them. Yes, I have prayed for this for months. But I am not sure the message I got is really from God. The message is " Wait". Recently, I find I am acting like them.I started to mark people, forget about my promises,talk about gossips and spread rumors. I am shocked! I have become someone I don't like! That's why I ask this question here. After I read the answers, I have another question. I know the fellowship is vital. But I am afraid the similar situation will happen again.What should I do? I still want to know more about God. I still want to worship Him. What should I do? |
Bible Answer: Recamier 1 Corinthians 11:1- Follow my example,as I follow the example of Christ. You say God is telling you to wait,what scriptural basis do you have to support this. Remember God never directs any one to do anything that will contradict His Word. 2 Timothy 2:15,3:16,17. Ephesians 6:10-18.Read these scriptures,take them to heart,they will be life savers for you.In knowing Gods Word you will know Him and you can and will know his will.God is not the author of confusion.God wants things to be clear for us,He doesnt want us ignorant. When we view things in the light of Gods Word then we see much more clearly,understanding is much simpler.Confusion reigns when we try and figure things out by our own knowledge and censibilities. Dear heart God will never leave you to swing in the wind.In Matthew 28:20 tells us That Jesus is always with us.God will not abandon us.We gotta walk out in faith,God has given us all the tools we need to this. Read Hebrews chaptter 11 it will encourage you. There must be some change with your whole situation, it's in your best interest and the interest of God and his Word in your life.Do Matthew 6:33 and see what happens. You will and are in my thoughts and prayers.Trust God you will not be disappointed. In Christ, lionheart |