tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post963688207844295799..comments2023-08-22T08:16:33.319-05:00Comments on Sit With Me Awhile: The state of the bride?Sharon Brumfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04662853880018410132noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-68982928115548454392008-03-16T17:17:00.000-05:002008-03-16T17:17:00.000-05:00"For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those..."For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. To the one we are the smell of death; to the other, the fragrance of life. And who is equal to such a task? Unlike so many, we do not peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, like men sent from God." II Cor. 2:15-17.<BR/>We are to be the sweet fragrance to the world for Christ. I feel like there are so many who claim to belong to Him but don't...so when another unbeliever sees their actions they have the wrong impression of the Christian life. I even feel that there are some true Christians that get caught up in ministry and they do it for their recognition and not for His glory. I too have felt satan's breeze of lurking about but I agree that I too feel so strong right now as not to fall for his lies. I believe in absolute truth..there is no grey. It's black or white...true or false. The world has said well that's not so bad and I guess that's okay it's just a small gesture or comment...next thing the tv screen if full of trash.MelanieJoyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11678136709252939843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-35279645095621567992008-03-16T06:48:00.000-05:002008-03-16T06:48:00.000-05:00I had an excellent conversation at a Christian boo...I had an excellent conversation at a Christian bookstore. It is not your mainstream bookstore where anything and everything so-called Christian is sold. I left feeling very encouraged. The owner used to the think the Church was alright and soon discovered that it's not. We need to pray for the Church. Agreed? The fear of the Lord is the beginning of Wisdom. Sometimes I believe that "fear" isn't there in the majority.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-9917951988792053562008-03-15T22:07:00.000-05:002008-03-15T22:07:00.000-05:00We need to instill the Word of God in our hearts s...We need to instill the Word of God in our hearts so we will know the deceiver when he tries to lure us into his web. A very powerful post and one that I agree with wholeheartedly. Jesus will come back and all the signs are there that we are in the last days. Of course other generations have said the same, but there are so many signs that written in the Word that are taking place daily. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for sharing. I continue to pray for you and your family.<BR/><BR/>Love and hugs, Sis<BR/>MaryMaryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08175754179624182953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-68654100938158030512008-03-15T21:28:00.000-05:002008-03-15T21:28:00.000-05:00We need to study the Truth so hard and long that w...We need to study the Truth so hard and long that we will recognize the counterfeit. We have the ammo, but how often do we equip ourselves. Daily should be our goal!Halfmoon Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12050121358001735700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-51283328175893227432008-03-15T16:08:00.000-05:002008-03-15T16:08:00.000-05:00I am in much agreement with you my friend. I belie...I am in much agreement with you my friend. I believe with all of my heart that Jesus is coming back soon. We need to open our eyes, and ears. We need to listen for that still small voice calling us. Deceivers are everywhere around us, we need to be clothed in our full armour. Thanks for this sis, I love you.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09275456448997619944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-2972920175860807762008-03-15T15:38:00.000-05:002008-03-15T15:38:00.000-05:00One thought that comes to mind and especially wher...One thought that comes to mind and especially where this upcoming Emergent Church movement is concerned is that we must pick up our swords and use them. The swords need to be the Rhema Word and not the Logos word which a lot of churches are built upon (Logos not Rhema). I am under the impression that Jesus' coming is sooner than we think and all the signs are there. Granted, other generations have said the same thing and I could be off, but it sure looks like it to me. We can't have churches with man-made programs, they must be Spirit-led worship and service (verb) not noun. For now, the Emergent Church is a huge concern to me. Of course, I ran from churches that taught from a man's book and 40 day program instead of the word. I ran fast too!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-87873943119001124612008-03-15T13:02:00.000-05:002008-03-15T13:02:00.000-05:00Ok, here goes, I love your post because it confirm...Ok, here goes, I love your post because it confirmed some things brewing in me...my spirit has been disturbed this week, as we approach Holy week. I'm mindful in a way I have never been before of the significance. I'm very visual, and I think descriptively, and I keep thinking sack cloth and ashes, and that in the Bible no nation got straight without some sack cloth and ashes (or various other forms of grief and bad times) (I know that the option is available of repenting before the nation falls, but our human nature seems to prefer that harder route!), and I am starting to feel compelled to throw it out for thought...not sure yet, will see (prayer). I know this probably sounds very strange, but, I am counting on you knowing me for not a kook! :)<BR/> <BR/>But, I will say NO, we have not humbled ourselves. We unequivocally have not. It concerns me greatly. I myself see the distraction in my life, the lack of pressing...<BR/> <BR/>Anyway, as far as the wolves in sheep clothing, yes, about 1 mo or so ago, I was led to revisit and study closely those scriptures, and was really struck anew w/the implications to present day.<BR/> <BR/>That is where my post "Let the Word Speak" came from...I don't believe you saw it...February I think.<BR/><BR/>Sharon, I so very much appreciate the voice and gift God has bestowed to you and your careful working of it as led by the Holy Spirit. <BR/><BR/>God bless!<BR/>MariaShe Rose Uphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04468898873508947166noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-86959135975779248272008-03-15T07:55:00.000-05:002008-03-15T07:55:00.000-05:00Wow, girlfriend. Looks like some are afraid to re...Wow, girlfriend. Looks like some are afraid to respond here! LOL! I think it was awesome too! And yeah, I feel it. I see it! I see it in our nation. I see it IN the church. I see it on the news. I see it in people I know and love. AND lately I feel the enemy working hard to tempt me, but he isn't even close to getting me there! I feel stronger than ever! I think that in these last days it is inevitable as the tares are separated from the stalks of grain. And I cling to the promise that He is faithful to finish the good work He has begun in me. And I stand on the promise that those who are His know His voice and none can be snatched from His hand. And I pray for our nation more fervently than ever! Love this post. Love your heart!luvmy4sonshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10261302721883036680noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-38270013461990923652008-03-15T07:13:00.000-05:002008-03-15T07:13:00.000-05:00I do have a few things to say. Would you want me t...I do have a few things to say. Would you want me to post them here or in an email. I will do whatever you prefer just let me know. Thanks! I have a feeling you and I are going to have an awesome conversation.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1979718059516665913.post-87754705078613895002008-03-15T01:42:00.000-05:002008-03-15T01:42:00.000-05:00Beautiful and bold and true post! See your e-mail ...Beautiful and bold and true post! See your e-mail from me! :)She Rose Uphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04468898873508947166noreply@blogger.com