Peripatetics: The Art of Walking

Peripatetics: The Art of Walking

  
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We're convinced that walking with Christ is the truly abundant life. There's an art to it, and we're trying help each other live that kind of life. Maybe this will help...

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    Thursday, April 07, 2005

    Again, since we had an extended time of worship and communion on Sunday night, I've chosen a few quotes to get your brain working and hopefully start some discussion in the "comments" section. Today's quote comes from "The Grace Awakening" by Charles Swindoll. In fact, it comes from the introduction of that book:

    "Too many folks are being turned off by a twisted concept of the Christian life. Instead of a winsome and contagious, sensible and achievable invitation of hope and cheer through the sheer power of Christ, more people than ever are projecting a grim-faced charicature of religion-on-demand. I find it tragic that religious kill-joys have almost succeeded in taking the freedom and fun out of faith. People need to know that there is more to the Christian life than deep frowns, pointing fingers, and unrealistic expectations. Harassment has had the floor long enough. Let grace awaken."

    So, for today, have you seen examples of the "twisted concept of the Christian life" that turn people off? Why aren't the words "winsome," "contagious," "sensible," and "achievable" the first words that pop into the average person's mind when you think about the portrayal of Christians and what, if anything, can be done by individuals to change that view?

    Brent 4:15 AM
    Comments:
    I believe that these things to come up because society has taught us that the Christian life is not a fun one. Society's idea of fun is just twisted with sins. thefore when a non-believer looks at the Christian life they see restraints things they have been taught to think were fun he is not supoosed to do. People dont hear enough of the "WOW God is really helping me out right now" or the "God has answered my prayers and so much more lately" We hear that because we are surounded by believers but to fix this problem we have to start telling people of blessings God brings to His followers! People need to see our happiness in Christ. not out desire to do sinful things.

    by the way.....WINSOME: Charming, often in a childlike or naive way
    posted by Anonymous Anonymous : 9:04 AM
     
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