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Originally posted by robbie carrobieWhat do you regard as being "god's kingdom"?
I agree with Raj, more Sunday morning coffee shop jumble sale lets raise money for the church roof when the real issue is Gods Kingdom.
Originally posted by sonshipJesus said: For whosoever shall do the will of God, the same is my brother, and my sister, and mother. (Mark 3:35 KJV). This is the correct definition of brothers in Christ : those who do the will of God.
Possible Christian brother Rajk999 writes:
You cannot be a lover of Jesus and speak against the following of His commandments. You are an insane religious narcissist nutcase who is in love with himself.
I am not sure whether it was Dogg or Ghost who warned me. One of the two warned me that I would regret saying that Rajk999 was not m ...[text shortened]... lies that I give to posts so far will necessarily be made to lean towards the OP subject matter.
Originally posted by Suzianne
Just regular, normal, Christian fellowship, whether church-sponsored or just persons you trust and can talk to.
You know, the very reason why Jesus had 12 apostles. Safety and buoyancy in numbers. Like attracts like, whatever you want to call it.
Originally posted by sonshipI have had fellowship with members of several religions and have discussed at length the doctrine of Christ with them and they have believed that these doctrines are the truth and they are from God. To me this is fellowship. What is not fellowship is arguing with Christians about doctrine.Just regular, normal, Christian fellowship, whether church-sponsored or just persons you trust and can talk to.
Christ has ordained that two or three gathered together into His name WILL have His presence.
You home or your apartment is your sovereign area of private living. No one needs to give you permission to decide to gather two o ...[text shortened]... centered fellowship, singing and mutual building up for a controlled time dedicated to that end.
Originally posted by Rajk999I do not say "When you agree with ME it is fellowship. When you do NOT it is not fellowship." I need to be tempered and balanced too by others in the Body of Christ.
I have had fellowship with members of several religions and have discussed at length the doctrine of Christ with them and they have believed that these doctrines are the truth and they are from God. To me this is fellowship. What is not fellowship is arguing with Christians about doctrine.
Originally posted by divegeesterI suggest meetings in which all can speak and function in the Holy Spirit.
Is the solution you suggest, local, church orientated?
Originally posted by sonshipIn response to Paul listening to squabbling about circumcision [which the Jews claimed were essential to eternal life], versus no circumcision, he made this comment:
I do not say "When you agree with ME it is fellowship. When you do NOT it is not fellowship." I need to be tempered and balanced too by others in the Body of Christ.
I think some polemic talking in love may occur in fellowship. Up to a certain point the brother with more grace should give the other the freedom of conscience to believe as he believes.
...[text shortened]... truth in the Gospel. Of course Christians should be sensitive the Christ may have received them.
" For you can all prophesy one by one that all may learn and all may be encouraged. " (1 Cor. 14:31)
Originally posted by sonshipI'm not as strict as you.
The idea of spiritual companions is to focus on Christ. Getting together with another Christian should be limited in time so as not to dissipate into worldly talk.
The Lord said two or three should be gathered into His name for His presence. If we are too loose about this we may gather to talk entertainment, gossip, politics, doctrinal arguments, or some ...[text shortened]... e two or three gathered into My name, there am I in their midst." (Matt. 18:19,20) [/quote][/b]
Originally posted by BigDoggProblem
I'm not as strict as you.
Getting perspective and insights from others helps me.
They don't have to share all of my beliefs, or identify as the same faith. Just someone who struggles and works at finding meaning in life.
"Worldly" talk: I remember my days as a Christian, when this was a dirty word!
" Your words were found and I ate them, And your word became to me the gladness and joy of my heart." (Jeremiah 15:16a)
Even then, I didn't understand why. God created the world, I thought. Its wonders were his design. This included the people and their quirky interests.
Also, we are inescapably part of the world (given that we weren't the type to shut ourselves up in a compound or anything crazy like that).
Don't get me wrong...I do like your idea of time set aside to focus on a specific, spiritual subject. I just resist having so many little "rules".
" How sweet are Your words to my taste! Sweeter than honey to my mouth! " (Psalm 119:103)
"Blessed is he who reads and those who hear the words of the prophesy and keep the things written in it, for the time is near." (Rev. 1:3)
To me, they just hamper natural social interaction and friendships. Social bonds can strengthen the spiritual ones, I think.
" For all these things the Gentiles are anxiously seeking. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things.
But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." (Matt. 6:32,33)
Originally posted by karoly aczel
Nice op.
what do you think of "misery sits next to company"?
Nice op.
what do you think of "misery sits next to company"?