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When do you stop???
Gregor:
Greetings Dante,
I can tell from your bolded/colored/underlined words that you get it, so I'm also sure you agree with the other replies. However, I also think that the REAL emotional pain you feel is really what this question is all about. I've asked myself the same type thing "When will it (the pain) stop?" God simpley spoke to me and changed my perspective. He simpley said that the more I become one with Him, the more my spirit would grieve over the things that grieve the Spirit of God. Make sense? He said that when I fail to feel that pain, I should take heed, for it serves a purpose and tells me something about the state of our relationship. This verse came to mind: Isaiah 26:3 (NKJV) You will keep him in perfect peace, Whose mind is stayed on You, Because he trusts in You. Is your focus on Jesus or on those you wish to help "liberate?" Are you walking in the path God has prepared, or are you trying to forge your own path? Perhaps it is really yourself you wish to see liberated from the pain? Jesus can and will do both. 1 Thessalonians 5:24 He who calls you is faithful, who also will do it.
I understand why some orthodox christians oppose the truth - FEAR. It is the basis of the man made doctrines. I also know what it feels like to have the proverbial rug pulled out from under your feet, theologically speaking. As for the atheists, well they don't want the truth to be known, for in exposing the lies, you remove their target and their club with which to beat down others. Who would they have to hate then? Perhaps only themselves as they become more exposed.
Ultimately, we don't stop until the race is over, when we enter HIS rest. But you can experience the peace and joy that comes through trust, without the sting of emotional pain, by keeping the proper perspective on what HE is doing. I hope this helped answer your question.
Blessings,
G.
Kat:
Hi Dante,
I think what you are experiencing with those that are blind to the Truth, is for your own benefit. You are proving to yourself just how blind the world (Atheists as well as Christians) is and no matter how tactful your words are they are falling on spiritually deaf ears. When you have satisfied your own desire to witness, then you will stop.
It is only the few that are given sight now and fewer still that will endure to the end. But rejoice for the many will also be saved!
Psalms 98 ~ A Song of Praise to the LORD for His Salvation and Judgment ~
A Psalm.
Oh, sing to the LORD a new song!
For He has done marvelous things;
His right hand and His holy arm have gained Him the victory.
The LORD has made known His salvation;
His righteousness He has revealed in the sight of the nations.
He has remembered His mercy and His faithfulness to the house of Israel;
All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
Shout joyfully to the LORD, all the earth;
Break forth in song, rejoice, and sing praises.
Sing to the LORD with the harp,
With the harp and the sound of a psalm,
With trumpets and the sound of a horn;
Shout joyfully before the LORD, the King.
Let the sea roar, and all its fullness,
The world and those who dwell in it;
Let the rivers clap their hands;
Let the hills be joyful together before the LORD,
For He is coming to judge the earth.
With righteousness He shall judge the world,
And the peoples with equity.
hillsbororiver:
--- Quote from: Gregor on March 26, 2008, 02:33:09 PM ---
As for the atheists, well they don't want the truth to be known, for in exposing the lies, you remove their target and their club with which to beat down others. Who would they have to hate then? Perhaps only themselves as they become more exposed.
--- End quote ---
A thoroughly good post Gregor,
The part quoted above was especially astute, I believe you really nailed it!
Peace,
Joe
Dante:
Thank you ALL very much!
You have ALL been very helpful. (As Usual)
You know Craig,...I knew in my heart that what you said was right, before you said it.
There was (And is) an inner turmoil going on inside me, that was telling me to LIVE it rather than SAY it.
I am new to the whole "God is in total control thing" (One year), and it will just take some time to sink into my thick head.
Carol v: The passages have been EXTREMELY helpful, Just what I was looking for.
Gregor: I think you understood my mindset more than anyone.
Kat: Your posts are ALWAYS helpful. I read them all the time.
Dave-in-PA: Great insight to understanding the abusiveness of others.
And David: True!!,..as to the value of what has been written to future readers.
My problem is that I always want everything NOW. I want all knowledge and I want everyone to be happy.
It is a fault of mine that God is working on.
But,..as it has been since I started posting here.
I again feel better getting it out and getting insight from seasoned veterans and people who are closer to where it is that I am at.
God Bless and Peace to everyone.
gmik:
Dante, great thread!!
I did have to chuckle tho, you sound like me.
I WANT IT ALL NOW!!!!!! and yes, I want EVERYONE do be happy! :D
You are learning as God leads you.
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