Bible Question:
Just a thought… What is the church? Mat 18:20 For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them. It is; People in a community environment. It is; People worshiping. It is; People loving one another, sharing Christ. It is; People evangelizing. From his book “Spiritual Gifts,” I quote B. E. Underwood. The tendency to drift and to loose certain vital emphases makes it absolutely necessary that there be prophets to speak the Word of God to His church in every age. Who recognizes the prophets when they stare them in the face? I contend that, though perhaps not legally, yet biblically, The Bible Study forum can be classified as a church. Every church needs a Pastor Teacher, a Shepherd. I would like to think that herein we could consider our Lord and Savior as just that; our Shepherd, pastor and teacher of The Bible Study Forum Church over the Internet. Scripturally denominated, believers of the Word. One should pray that our Lord will give us patience to accept the diversity of people in our church, that together we would make up a group strong enough to serve God in any way… Just a thought. What's yours? George |
Bible Answer: GeorgeJoy: Greetings George. I am surer some of feel more free to express ourselves here than in our Church. For instance, very few knew of my cancer in Church, only the Elders and ppPastor and a few close to me. I did so so I would not detract any attention as our Church is in a transistion and that was far more important to me. I believe that the prayers of me alone can touch the very heart of God. More people does not mean God will be any more moved to do His will, but it does comfort the mind. George a Church does not hid behind assumed names, so as I see it you are more forth right than I, and I applaud you for that. I have rarely signed my name as it is, mainly only to Hank. Your idea of the Bible Study Forum being like a church is interesting though. I think there are similarities, but this is still a gathering place for fellowship and entertainment, which there is nothing wrong with. However this Forum can be addictive to the point we neglect our own personal Bible Study and prayers, and even other responsiblities and family. I have done this myself, and my wife has reminded me to keep it in perspective. Any thoughts George? Blessings. justme |
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