A whole lot of good stuff here. I would like to add that believing in Jesus is much more than intellectual belief or assent that Jesus died for our sins. Unfortunately most of us don't read Greek, so we are relying on inadequate translations. The Greek word for believe goes beyond intellectual assent and includes trusting in, relying on and clinging to Jesus. It is complete commitment and devotion to the person of Jesus and opening our spirits to receiving the Holy Spirit. We also know that true faith produces works, primarily because we are listening to His leading and our hearts are filled with His love and compassion for others. In John, Jesus said, "If you love me, obey my commandments." Our love for him should compel us to want to know his commandments (which are mostly in the other gospels) and motivate us to obey them, which produces joy in our close fellowship. Thanks for the opportunity to share here! Blessings to your ministry!
Thanks Roz. I have written a 3rd draft of about 30 similiar-sized articles which I'm going to drip feed over the coming weeks. All on the same topic because indeed it's so massive. So let me know about the content and coherence of them, please. How far apart do you recommend me posting them? Not that you are committed to reading them all, but if you wanted to follow it, what would be a good pace?
A whole lot of good stuff here. I would like to add that believing in Jesus is much more than intellectual belief or assent that Jesus died for our sins. Unfortunately most of us don't read Greek, so we are relying on inadequate translations. The Greek word for believe goes beyond intellectual assent and includes trusting in, relying on and clinging to Jesus. It is complete commitment and devotion to the person of Jesus and opening our spirits to receiving the Holy Spirit. We also know that true faith produces works, primarily because we are listening to His leading and our hearts are filled with His love and compassion for others. In John, Jesus said, "If you love me, obey my commandments." Our love for him should compel us to want to know his commandments (which are mostly in the other gospels) and motivate us to obey them, which produces joy in our close fellowship. Thanks for the opportunity to share here! Blessings to your ministry!
Interesting and well thought out article I thought, Glen. This is a massive topic with so many levels of "uncovering" and understanding.
Thanks Roz. I have written a 3rd draft of about 30 similiar-sized articles which I'm going to drip feed over the coming weeks. All on the same topic because indeed it's so massive. So let me know about the content and coherence of them, please. How far apart do you recommend me posting them? Not that you are committed to reading them all, but if you wanted to follow it, what would be a good pace?