frankly we can’t say that God is either a Democrat or a Republican…..we’re already getting dumped on with more political rhetoric than I’m frankly willing to accept at this time. How many candidates are there? At last glance on line I saw 21 listed. It’s crazy, isn’t it? And what I’m really thinking is in my cynical mind, how many of them are not above using things like deceit, trickery, flattery, greed to get elected? OK, enough on that for sure. But how about this? Paul defends his purpose and he admits right off the top that it hasn’t been easy because being a witness for Christ won’t always bring comfort and ease to any of us. But is it worth it? Paul’s continuing concern is that his consistent message, delivered with a lifestyle that’s above question because of his integrity will result in faith that is the message of the good news of Jesus…the gospel of salvation. Measure him by the development of your faith. You see, every step of faith demands faithful obedience, commitment and trust, --- obedience (that’s on your sheet to fill in – obedience) and commitment and trust. Despite all the trials and temptations we might face – be obedient, be committed, trust God in all things. Risking, testing yourself, pushing out the limits, going outside the box, coloring outside the lines, trying new things, standing up for your faith and accepting challenges are essential. Our best teachers knew that. Your best teachers, my best teachers, taught us that. What is the essence of a faithful, obedient, committed, trusting walk with Christ?
frankly we can’t say that God is either a Democrat or a Republican…..we’re already getting dumped on with more political rhetoric than I’m frankly willing to accept at this time. How many candidates are there? At last glance on line I saw 21 listed. It’s crazy, isn’t it? And what I’m really thinking is in my cynical mind, how many of them are not above using things like deceit, trickery, flattery, greed to get elected? OK, enough on that for sure. But how about this? Paul defends his purpose and he admits right off the top that it hasn’t been easy because being a witness for Christ won’t always bring comfort and ease to any of us. But is it worth it? Paul’s continuing concern is that his consistent message, delivered with a lifestyle that’s above question because of his integrity will result in faith that is the message of the good news of Jesus…the gospel of salvation. Measure him by the development of your faith. You see, every step of faith demands faithful obedience, commitment and trust, --- obedience (that’s on your sheet to fill in – obedience) and commitment and trust. Despite all the trials and temptations we might face – be obedient, be committed, trust God in all things. Risking, testing yourself, pushing out the limits, going outside the box, coloring outside the lines, trying new things, standing up for your faith and accepting challenges are essential. Our best teachers knew that. Your best teachers, my best teachers, taught us that. What is the essence of a faithful, obedient, committed, trusting walk with Christ?
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