The "Army" that "Shoots" its "Wounded"

[Guest shilou]

I agree with all of you. One of the most damaging things we as Christians do is critisize and condemn each other. What we don't always realize is there are others around us who may just be in the beginning stages of their walk and are turned off by our attitudes towards each other. I grew up Catholic and for many years stayed away from any church involvement because of christian condemnation of each other. I just figured I didn't want to be associated with people that acted that hypocritical. But in all honesty I have done the same at different times during my walk. I pray on a daily basis for Christlikeness but often miss the mark. Sometimes I don't even catch it until I ask in prayer that my transgressions be revealed to me that I may ask for forgiveness. God is always consistent in showing me my wrongs when I ask. I don't believe a day goes by where I have done it perfectly, but I guess that's just part and parcel of being human.

Love in Yeshua's name

Shilou

[Catsmeow]

What we don't always realize is there are others around us who may just be in the beginning stages of their walk and are turned off by our attitudes towards each other.  

I pray on a daily basis for Christlikeness but often miss the mark. Sometimes I don't even catch it until I ask in prayer that my transgressions be revealed to me that I may ask for forgiveness.

Real wisdom...Shilou. God is surely with you.

[Timothy]

Amen.

Let's encourage one another as the Bible teaches.

[Guest C.D. Light]

I think a good message to "preach" right about now, especially to newbies and the unsaved--DO NOT EVER base decisions about a perfect Christ--upon imperfect man.

AND if they are looking to find a perfect man--there AINT none.

That: being a Christian does NOT mean a person has become perfect, simply because it is impossible as long as we are still humans and ALL humans have shortcomings.

For Salvation, Our relationship is directly with Christ--one on one-- not with mankind. So for those who are looking and inspecting mankind to make their decision about Christ, its the wrong barometer to use.

People waffle, wobble, have human failings, fall, get up, fall again--but Christ NEVER changes.

Getting saved means accepting Christ --not every christian you meet.

I remember back in the 80's when a couple of big name preachers fell, and I was bombarded and chided by lots of people about their falling.

My response was: "Well, that is between them and God. As for me, my christianity wasnt with them; it is/was with Christ, and He's the same now as He was before they fell--so this doesnt change a cotton pickin thing for me :biggrin:

And I'd ask, "anymore questions"?    oops, I mean

cd

[Guest C.D. Light]

Oh, I should add that after that, all I got was  :butbut:  

Speechless.

cd

[WISDOM]

I think a good message to "preach" right about now, especially to newbies and the unsaved--DO NOT EVER base decisions about a perfect Christ--upon imperfect man.

AND if they are looking to find a perfect man--there AINT none.

That: being a Christian does NOT mean a person has become perfect, simply because it is impossible as long as we are still humans and ALL humans have shortcomings.

For Salvation, Our relationship is directly with Christ--one on one-- not with mankind. So for those who are looking and inspecting mankind to make their decision about Christ, its the wrong barometer to use.

People waffle, wobble, have human failings, fall, get up, fall again--but Christ NEVER changes.

Getting saved means accepting Christ --not every christian you meet.

Sis:

Couldn't agree with you more... :thumb:

Let me, if I may, just add.....Be submitted to our LORD.  Seek to follow HIS directions, and don't be afraid to make decisions, even hard fast ones once you're at peace in your mind about whatever it is with our FATHER, not men/women.  Always seek help from our LORD through prayer AND in the Word.  This way you're living your life for CHRIST, and HE will empower you in ALL things....Proverbs 3:5-6

[Timothy]

All very wise and timely counsel.

Amen!

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CD

I think a good message to "preach" right about now, especially to newbies and the unsaved--DO NOT EVER base decisions about a perfect Christ--upon imperfect man.

AND if they are looking to find a perfect man--there AINT none.

That: being a Christian does NOT mean a person has become perfect, simply because it is impossible as long as we are still humans and ALL humans have shortcomings.

For Salvation, Our relationship is directly with Christ--one on one-- not with mankind. So for those who are looking and inspecting mankind to make their decision about Christ, its the wrong barometer to use.

People waffle, wobble, have human failings, fall, get up, fall again--but Christ NEVER changes.

Getting saved means accepting Christ --not every christian you meet.

:thumb: thats my point brother

[Catsmeow]

People waffle, wobble, have human failings, fall, get up, fall again--but Christ NEVER changes.

CD: So very true. People will always let you down, but Jesus never will~  :thumb:

[Guest shilou]

Hey CD I have a bumper sticker that says Christians are not perfect just forgiven. So I'm with you.

Love in Yeshua's name

Shilou