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Jeff:
--- Quote from: judy on November 29, 2015, 09:57:49 PM ---Jeff, still thinking and praying for you everyday. judy
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Thank you Judy. You made my day! :)
Colin:
Hello everyone
For a while I have been focusing on the first ten verses of Galatians 6….I had felt “directed” towards them and wondered why. As this thread has progressed, I am convinced that my attention had been drawn to those verses in preparation to reading what members were yet to post.
Let me share what I uncovered in, and understand from, the words which Paul was inspired to write:
Gal 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.
The Greek word translated “fault” is paraptoma (Strong’s G3900) and means a falling or slipping aside, when one should have stood upright; a lapse or deviation.
Paul continues by telling those who are “spiritual” (or non-carnal) to “restore” such person. The Greek word is katartizo and means “mend”, “arrange in order”, “adjust”. It is used in Matthew 4:21 (mending nets) 1Cor.1:10 (perfectly joined together) Hebrews 11:3 (prepared, “framed”). And the manner in which we are to do it is with a spirit of meekness, because all of us are liable to be (or have been) in similar positions or condition….to varying degrees.
What I have been noting in this thread is folk assisting/encouraging those who have courageously described their feelings of inadequacy and frailty.
Gal 6:2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
I found described here another aspect of how we fulfil the law of Christ…..it is in bearing [Greek bastazo] i.e. figuratively lifting by enduring, sustaining, receiving - one another’s loads…..what we are “burdened with”. Paul goes on to say, to do it without considering we are “superior”, because if we do that, then we’d be kidding ourselves.
Gal 6:3 For [because] if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth [deludes] himself.
Gal 6:4 But let every man prove [test, approve] his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.
Gal 6:5 For [because] every man shall bear his own burden.
Verses 2, 3, 4 and 5 are all connected with “joining words”. They are all expressing Paul’s “single thought”.
Paul is combining the idea of bearing/sharing burdens, saying that we ALL have such burdens, as we progress through life.
Gal 6:6 Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.
The forum is a blessing where we can “communicate” – those who have been taught by God through Ray can communicate to those who are ‘’new-comers” the truths of “good things”.
As an encouragement, Paul concludes his thoughts on the struggle under the loads we each have…..(not forgetting Ephesians 6:12)
Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due [Greek idios = one’s own] season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Our attitude should be to provide assistance and do good to ALL folk, where we have the occasion to do so……
Gal 6:10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
I took particular notice of where Paul summarises (note the word therefore) and finishes his sentence by saying ESPECIALLY where we can do it for those of the household of faith…..that includes us; the forum is an avenue that is provided to us, so we can do that. What a wonderful opportunity…. Just as important to remember is that we are training to “do” - for the rest of humanity in the age yet ahead…..we are all “teachers in waiting”. It isn’t only “all for our benefit”…. Christ didn’t do what He did merely for His own benefit - it was for us; so, to let His mind be in (become part of) us, we do our best by taking on the same commission to fulfil the law of Christ (verse 2).....bearing and sharing our burdens.....being mindful of Jesus' words:-
Mat 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Mat 11:29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
Mat 11:30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Paul also wrote 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
We are all on the Potter's wheel.....but can have confidence that The Master Potter knows exactly what He is doing Colin
Jeff:
--- Quote from: Colin on December 01, 2015, 12:03:06 AM ---Hello everyone
For a while I have been focusing on the first ten verses of Galatians 6….I had felt “directed” towards them and wondered why. As this thread has progressed, I am convinced that my attention had been drawn to those verses in preparation to reading what members were yet to post.
Let me share what I uncovered in, and understand from, the words which Paul was inspired to write:
Gal 6:1 Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.
The Greek word translated “fault” is paraptoma (Strong’s G3900) and means a falling or slipping aside, when one should have stood upright; a lapse or deviation.
Paul continues by telling those who are “spiritual” (or non-carnal) to “restore” such person. The Greek word is katartizo and means “mend”, “arrange in order”, “adjust”. It is used in Matthew 4:21 (mending nets) 1Cor.1:10 (perfectly joined together) Hebrews 11:3 (prepared, “framed”). And the manner in which we are to do it is with a spirit of meekness, because all of us are liable to be (or have been) in similar positions or condition….to varying degrees.
What I have been noting in this thread is folk assisting/encouraging those who have courageously described their feelings of inadequacy and frailty.
Gal 6:2 Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.
I found described here another aspect of how we fulfil the law of Christ…..it is in bearing [Greek bastazo] i.e. figuratively lifting by enduring, sustaining, receiving - one another’s loads…..what we are “burdened with”. Paul goes on to say, to do it without considering we are “superior”, because if we do that, then we’d be kidding ourselves.
Gal 6:3 For [because] if a man think himself to be something, when he is nothing, he deceiveth [deludes] himself.
Gal 6:4 But let every man prove [test, approve] his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.
Gal 6:5 For [because] every man shall bear his own burden.
Verses 2, 3, 4 and 5 are all connected with “joining words”. They are all expressing Paul’s “single thought”.
Paul is combining the idea of bearing/sharing burdens, saying that we ALL have such burdens, as we progress through life.
Gal 6:6 Let him that is taught in the word communicate unto him that teacheth in all good things.
The forum is a blessing where we can “communicate” – those who have been taught by God through Ray can communicate to those who are ‘’new-comers” the truths of “good things”.
As an encouragement, Paul concludes his thoughts on the struggle under the loads we each have…..(not forgetting Ephesians 6:12)
Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due [Greek idios = one’s own] season we shall reap, if we faint not.
Our attitude should be to provide assistance and do good to ALL folk, where we have the occasion to do so……
Gal 6:10 As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
I took particular notice of where Paul summarises (note the word therefore) and finishes his sentence by saying ESPECIALLY where we can do it for those of the household of faith…..that includes us; the forum is an avenue that is provided to us, so we can do that. What a wonderful opportunity…. Just as important to remember is that we are training to “do” - for the rest of humanity in the age yet ahead…..we are all “teachers in waiting”. It isn’t only “all for our benefit”…. Christ didn’t do what He did merely for His own benefit - it was for us; so, to let His mind be in (become part of) us, we do our best by taking on the same commission to fulfil the law of Christ (verse 2).....bearing and sharing our burdens.....being mindful of Jesus' words:-
Mat 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Mat 11:29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.
Mat 11:30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.
Paul also wrote 1Co 10:13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.
We are all on the Potter's wheel.....but can have confidence that The Master Potter knows exactly what He is doing Colin
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Colin,
If I understand what you've written, it's that this forum is a place for fellowship, and I believe that's true. When I'm searching for answers to something, I find references to forum conversations abundantly, in addition to Ray's writings. Everyone here is intent on knowing Gods Truth.
One of the things that amazes me, is that nowhere else, can I find even the slightest bit of Truth. It's just not there. Obviously I can't go to a minister, pastor, reverend, or preacher and expect to find honest guidance in the Word of God. Using the most powerful search engine on the planet I can barely find anything that comes close to the Truth. This is a place of profound uniqueness and if another like it exists, I haven't found it - and I've been searching for years in the hope that God is leading others to His Truth.
Ray spent years on his knees, in his heart, pleading with God to reveal the Scriptures to him, and God answered those prayers. And we're the benefactors! Everyone guided by God, who finds this place of refuge, is nourished by the Truth of God. It's astounding! That doesn't express my feelings very well but it will have to do.
I don't understand why God led me here, but I thank Him for doing it, and recognize that I don't need to know why.
It must be 10 years now since I found Ray's writings, and it's still the only place that I can commune with like-minded believers. Where else could I possibly go? I think that has "great and profound" spiritual meaning, and it humbles me.
God has blessed us, through Ray's teachings, but there are many that come and leave without ever understanding.
It seriously blows me away when I think about it.
Also, related to this thread, I think I've realized that sometimes the trials we face, are lifelong.
Jeff
Deblyn:
I am truly sorrow for your anguish. I have a painful physical disability that is my "thorn in the flesh". I used to pray for healing, but since it hasn't come, I thank Him for allowing me to be of use while here. And yes, there are some times when I say, "Please stop the planet, Lord, I want to get off!" But, deep down, I'm glad He hasn't seen fit to grant it, yet. His grace truly is sufficient.
Jeff:
--- Quote from: Deblyn on December 03, 2015, 02:45:35 AM ---I am truly sorrow for your anguish. I have a painful physical disability that is my "thorn in the flesh". I used to pray for healing, but since it hasn't come, I thank Him for allowing me to be of use while here. And yes, there are some times when I say, "Please stop the planet, Lord, I want to get off!" But, deep down, I'm glad He hasn't seen fit to grant it, yet. His grace truly is sufficient.
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Deblyn,
I pray with all my heart that the God of creation will bless you abundantly, with grace, faith, and the fruit of the Spirit. I pray that He will reveal Himself to you, and provide you with enduring inner strength. I also pray for your healing - physically, emotionally, and spiritually, according to His perfect will. You are a gift to all that experience the person you were created you to be. It's a work unfinished, but Gods grace sustains us.
Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid."
One of my favorites that reminds me how precious we are to God:
Psalm 149:14 "I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well."
This isn't Scripture, although I think it's reflected - to be compassionate requires the need for compassion. We can't know what compassion is until we've had the need for it. I think Jesus' willingness to do the Fathers will and die for us is the perfect example.
God bless you Deblyn.
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