tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post5150919750217278694..comments2023-10-14T04:20:49.096-05:00Comments on Faith's Firm Foundation: What Our Family Integrated Church Looks LikeWendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-23567448850763284552011-02-06T21:18:12.443-06:002011-02-06T21:18:12.443-06:00Sandra,
You seem to really have a heart to grow in...Sandra,<br />You seem to really have a heart to grow in Christlikeness. I pray with you that (in all of us) as Christians, sin would not have dominion over us. "Search me, Oh God, and know me, and see if there be any wicked way in me." (Ps. 51) I rejoice that, "If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness." (1 Jn. 1:9) I'm challenged by your words, though, for "sin having dominion" surely starts with "little choices" and becoming "comfortable" with "little compromises." I wonder, Have I done this? Are there areas in my life where I've taken the "easy" way? What do you think one needs to do to keep sin from having dominion?<br />WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-40780935362267055942011-02-05T20:21:41.874-06:002011-02-05T20:21:41.874-06:00Hi Wendy -
I have had some deep spiritual experie...Hi Wendy -<br /><br />I have had some deep spiritual experiences in churches but truth be told, my experience has been that the anointing power of our Lord does NOT flow nearly enough...and there is a dearth of love flowing from many who profess Christ as Lord.<br /><br />But the joy of the Lord is my strength. He has taught me and is still teaching me to love, and to forgive but - that trust has to be proven.. <br /><br />We all sin and come short of GOD'S glory but my frequent prayer is that body of Christ members not allow sin to have dominion... <br /><br />May GOD help us all.lioneaglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10257690196451550476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-30024738189466815662011-02-05T14:06:39.955-06:002011-02-05T14:06:39.955-06:00Hi Sandra!
The way we do church at Cornerstone has...Hi Sandra!<br />The way we do church at Cornerstone has become our new "normal" and I'm really grateful for that, but it doesn't mean we're on "easy street" now, spiritually! I didn't realize it, but I used to think if I could just go to a church like this one, then everything would be good. (Picture me taking a huge sigh as I sit back in my easy chair spiritually.) I've learned that I/we still need to use discernment and check out what is taught like the Bereans, in my own Bible study, and humble myself, confessing my sins (which are many) daily, and seek the Lord for direction, and be on guard against the devil's deception. Satan is a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour! I do so appreciate our church, and I would recommend one like it to anyone, but I also pray for all of us daily, especially the leaders and their families.<br /> So, what is your church experience? I'd love to hear about others' church experience. Do you see fruit in yours and others' lives that lasts? Is it Biblical? Are you built up in the faith, are you being convicted and encouraged by the Word weekly, etc.<br /> Hope you have a wonderful Lord's Day tomorrow, Sandra!<br />WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-72232518424665418232011-02-05T11:46:04.574-06:002011-02-05T11:46:04.574-06:00Hi Wendy -
I so enjoyed this journey of knowledge...Hi Wendy -<br /><br />I so enjoyed this journey of knowledge that you so graciously shared.<br /><br />It is wonderful to worship with others where GOD reigns!!! <br /><br />Thank you, Wendy for this message.lioneaglehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10257690196451550476noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-45140236911188067842011-02-04T23:01:12.784-06:002011-02-04T23:01:12.784-06:00Bobbe,
Thank you! Only a couple of times in the la...Bobbe,<br />Thank you! Only a couple of times in the last 15 years have we had to "church shop," but I've felt it gave a great advantage to us, because we were able to see how others worship.<br /> Is this very different from your church experience?<br /> Will you be able to go to church this Sunday after your husband's accident? How is he doing? I hope you are able to relax and get some rest this weekend, Bobbe.<br />Thanks for stopping by!<br />WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-90486533995990154892011-02-04T08:45:41.433-06:002011-02-04T08:45:41.433-06:00Wendy, thanks so much for sharing your world of wo...Wendy, thanks so much for sharing your world of worship with us. It's delightful to see how we're all seeking, knowing and growing in Him. Have a joy-filled weekend!Bobbe Brooks-Fischlehttp://trackingtreasuresthrutherockies.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-16054264361934723362011-02-04T08:09:13.846-06:002011-02-04T08:09:13.846-06:00I feel I must say that not all family integrated c...I feel I must say that not all family integrated churches are alike. It also isn't an automatic seal of approval if it is family integrated.<br />WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-44015522382241121312011-02-03T17:38:37.502-06:002011-02-03T17:38:37.502-06:00Kathryn,
What a blessing for you to be involved si...Kathryn,<br />What a blessing for you to be involved since you were newlyweds in a Family Integrated Church! Isn't it truly amazing how much small children absorb when you would think that they would understand nothing? I wonder if it isn't because the things of the Lord are spiritually discerned, and not understood with the intellect. Even if they did not understand a word, a child would certainly have to be impacted by families worshiping together, wouldn't they?<br />Thanks for your comment, Kathryn! It's so fun to find out where people go to church, and especially fun to hear from others who go to Family Integrated churches!<br />Blessings,<br />WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-29040420354533280882011-02-03T17:28:49.870-06:002011-02-03T17:28:49.870-06:00Thanks, Denise!
Love ya!
WendyThanks, Denise!<br />Love ya!<br />WendyWendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08230575436747893912noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-31781873911139335392011-02-03T13:51:52.261-06:002011-02-03T13:51:52.261-06:00We attend a family integrated church too. My hubby...We attend a family integrated church too. My hubby and I started attending one when we were newly married. I remember thinking that having all the kids in church was a bit distracting and a bit noisy! :)<br />Now we have 3 little ones of our own, and I'm so thankful that they are welcomed into the worship service with the rest of us. My boys have grown in leaps and bounds by being exposed to faithful preaching and teaching each Lords Day. And I've learned the true meaning of "out of the mouths of babes!" :)Kathrynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00405446358997495320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7858170935046417472.post-80633699501330997972011-02-03T11:55:33.342-06:002011-02-03T11:55:33.342-06:00great post.great post.Denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09275456448997619944noreply@blogger.com