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G. Driggs:
--- Quote from: hillsbororiver on July 16, 2009, 07:40:35 PM ---
It is always a joyful experience when they return, but there are so many reasons anyone might decide to leave or even feel compelled to leave, we should be comforted in the fact that being a member here is not a prerequisite for salvation! ;)
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Great post Joe, I really needed to hear this for some reason.
Peace,Love G.Driggs
hillsbororiver:
--- Quote from: G. Driggs on July 11, 2009, 12:46:24 AM ---Great post Marlene, we cant go wrong if we keep focused on Him always.
Pro 3:6 In all thy ways, acknowledge him, and, he, will make straight thy paths. (Rotherham)
Pro 4:18 The path of those who do what is right is like the first gleam of dawn. It shines brighter and brighter until the full light of day (NIrV)
Act 2:25 For David says this about him: 'I saw Adonai always before me, for he is at my right hand, so that I will not be shaken.
Act 2:26 For this reason, my heart was glad; and my tongue rejoiced; and now my body too will live on in the certain hope
Act 2:27 that you will not abandon me to Sh'ol or let your Holy One see decay.
Act 2:28 You have made known to me the ways of life; you will fill me with joy by your presence.' (CJB)
Peace & Love
G.Driggs
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Hi George, you know if I keep up at this pace I just might finish responding to everyone by the time the Mobile 2009 Bible Conference begins....
The reason this is so important to me is that there have been times when I took this place for granted and was complacent and cavalier about an opportunity relatively few believers have been blessed with. Yes, ultimately this journey is a One on one walk with our Lord but since we are still flesh and blood and living in (but not of) this world words of encouragement and empathy can be just the spiritual tonic any of us might need today and all of us need from time to time.
The following two verses you provided especially jumped out at me;
Pro 3:6 In all thy ways, acknowledge him, and, he, will make straight thy paths. (Rotherham)
Pro 4:18 The path of those who do what is right is like the first gleam of dawn. It shines brighter and brighter until the full light of day (NIrV)
I used to think and we know there are many in (and out) of the churches that believe making "straight thy paths" (notice the plural?) means making our lives comfortable in the here and now, luxuries and a peaceful relatively pain free existence awaits us if only we acknowledge Him. For me this straightening of my own path (which of course is unique to me as your path is unique to you) means that the objective of God and His plan and purpose for us collectively and as individuals has become clearer in our understanding, not that it becomes a cakewalk but that we know the trials and tribulations of this life is the necessary knowledge of good and evil that we must know and experience to claim our full inheritance!
This experience "shines brighter and brighter" not because of all the shiny, glittering earthly successes we might receive but rather like what Paul wrote;
Rom 5:3 And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
2Co 12:9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Peace,
Joe
hillsbororiver:
--- Quote from: bluzman on July 11, 2009, 01:46:57 AM ---Thank you for the wonderful message Joe, which is warming my heart.
Bluzman
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You are welcome Brother, all the responses and additions have warmed my heart as well, I truly value all of you.
Peace,
Joe
hillsbororiver:
George in black, Joe in blue....
Thanks Joe,
No, thank YOU George!
When i grow up i want to be able to write just like you.
:D Ha! The feeling is mutual Brother, you have given me so many opportunities to meditate on the profound truths of His Word in your posts.
I know that takes time and study and eating humble pie often. That humble pie i have learned to like the taste of, much better than pumpkin pie, which i do not like.
MMMMMM humble pie...... a little salt, baked by a Consuming Fire, and the ultimate result is perfection! ;)
(By the way I like pumpkin pie)
There is not part of your post, that i would not heartily endorse. Thanks for saying for me, what i cannot yet express as eloquently as you just did.
You do more than you realize.
It is a painful experience whenever someone gets offended or tired and leave without even a so long or goodbye. There really are so few people, in this Country of over 300 million population, that one can discuss the more profound Truths Of GOD'S Scripture.
Amen!
I think that is enough from me, except to add, all my BT sisthren and brethren are today, the only ones that i can even discuss The Scriptures with. That is without being regarded as a three headed monster, who hates GOD, and despises the Sacrifice Of Jesus Christ.
From one three headed monster to another; I agree 100%
LORD; how much longer,
This is my prayer as well.....
george.
Peace,
Joe
bunnylife:
BT, Ray and his teachings and my brothers and sisters in Christ - all of this is truly a precious gift from Daddy God. I have not been here long at all but this is a place where you can get the word of God in truth and love. You can drink of the living waters that refreshes your souls and renew your minds that brings about change; transformation from glory to glory to becoming sons and daughters of the Most High God in Daddy God's timing.
The journey of the heart is the less traveled road. Not many dare to go down these paths. There are hardships, heartbreaks, sickness, financial problems, losing family and friends over truth.. high cliffs, dry deserts, low valleys, dark caves, danger around corners... why do we go? Daddy God has chosen us to do and to will for His good pleasure. In His good pleasure is sweetest of fruit love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, kindness, gentleness, faithfulness and self control. The joy is unspeakable, peace that surpasses all understanding and love depths and heights that can not be measured. We are the living stones the body of Christ being fitted (assembled) together for such an awesome purpose. It is all of God. Glory be to His Name.
It is Daddy God that brought me here to fellowship with you with like minds and share and carrying one another burdens and to love all. You are my family. Each one of you God's unique masterpiece in progress. You are blessed and you all are a blessing to me. :)
In His Joy,
Bunni
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