I am a Christian. You might say I’m a conservative Christian, but I won’t, primarily because I don’t know how you define that word. Better to just say that I believe God‘s word the Bible to be as 2 Timothy 3:16 records…
“Given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.”
I also believe that being a follower of Christ is a full time endeavor and that gratitude prevents it from being a task or a chore. Although I might occasionally say, “I work for Jesus,” the truth is that I am a willing bond servant. I was dying and doomed and Jesus rescued me — I am forever grateful. For me, Christian service is but a manifestation of a believer’s gratitude, a sometimes private, sometimes public expression of thankfulness. Jesus does not require it — it is a natural reaction that frankly just bubbles forth.
And its alive.
As faith grows, so does my appreciation. One could say that Christian maturity is directly related to how well a follower understands and grasps where he or she was, spiritually speaking; where they were headed, eternally speaking; and how they were spared from it all, graciously speaking.
As a consequence, I blog. That is to say, I write about Jesus stuff. I don’t always do it as well as like and I have even made some errors along the way, but through it all, God has always gotten the glory, the praise, and the honor.
The B’log in My Eye
The title reminds me that I’m God’s work-in-progress as well. In other words, the stuff I write is for me too; these are things I need to remember or practice or avoid as I walk along the Christian path of faith. So, if the Holy Spirit convicts you through any of these words or Bible verses, please know that He probably convicted me first.
As I already pointed out: I make errors. If I do, please LEAVE a COMMENT and let me know. Of course, please send along the appropriate Bible verses to support your position. As Christians we are to be as iron sharpening iron!
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Thank you for that highly educated response.
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God bless the works of your hands. (Thank you for the follow too. I appreciate it)
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God bless you!
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I love reading your posts. I have nominated you for a Liebster Award. You can read about The Liebster Award at http://lilliesloves.wordpress.com/2014/03/16/liebster-award/
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I am honored, Lilly! Thank you.
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You are quite welcome
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Thanks David for following on ~Just Thinking~ I just started this blogging stuff a couple of weeks ago… I haven’t got the hang of it all yet… I enjoy reading your blog-post on FaceBook… but I am still trying to figure out all the tricks of WordPress…
Thanks again for following and I think I am following your blog now too… if not, I tried..LOL
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Wonderful! Make sure you share you’re posts on FB so I can see them. FB is where most of my traffic comes from.
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A refreshing Blog of truth, substance and to the point of truth in our Lord, keep up the good work of a soldier of Christ….
In Christ alone!
Rev. Walter Wally
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Thank you, sir for the kind word and encouragement.
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I’ve nominated you for the Super Sweet Blogger Award . Check out the simple rules later today on my website, http://shareaverse.wordpress.com/2013/08/25/super-sweet-blog-award/
Blessings my sweet friend!
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🙂
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Thank you for linking to my post, I hope you’ll visit again soon.
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Thanks for the follow….Minkyweasel World
Shirley Anne x
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[…] He Dwells: The Blog […]
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Popeye was “I am what I am!”
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Yer right. I meant to say Horton
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I ment what I said.
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Is this Popeye?
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Thank you so much for linking my blog “The Wrestling Match” as a related article on your blog! I have enjoyed reading your blog! God bless you!
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Hello Dave! I look forward to really diving into your blog. Also, thank you for following my blog at Faith1st Ministry. I hope it has and will continue to be a major blessing in your life. May God richly bless you as you continue to write and blog. Please continue with us on this journey and remember to have Faith 1st. — Sebastian
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God bless you brother.
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Thank you, I receive it, and may His best be yours!
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Hi Dave,
Thank you for following my blog! I hope your visits in my blog have been and will always be a joyful ride! 🙂 Thank you again and have a lovely day! 🙂
Subhan Zein
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Nice job Dave! As James 2 says, saving faith will always produce works. If you believe that you have been saved, but are apathetic about doing the Good works that God prepared in advance for you do to (Eph 2:10), you’re likely missing the point. Gratitude will always flow from the children of God!
After all, isn’t gratitude the appropriate response from one who has received grace?
Keep blogging brother!
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Thanx bro! I appreciate your encouragement ~ God’s blessings!
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Wonderful testimony!! So glad to meet you!! 😀
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And nice to meet you Pat!
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Thanks Aaron–God bless you!
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Hey Dave,
Thanks for all you do speaking on behalf of Compassion – I’m just starting to dig into your blog, but I’m enjoying what I’ve read so far.
Have a great weekend.
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Hi Dave,
Could you please kindly email us directly to our email address above as after reading your above information, perhaps there is much we may be able to do together to make a difference through Jesus!
In Christ,
To make Him famous!
Shiauw-er Lawson
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Hi Dave:
Thanks for helping me find my way here. I am always happy to find someone to whom discipleship is important. God bless you and keep at it… I’ll be visiting frequently!
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God bless you too Faith! Thank you for the kind word and for visiting.
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Hi! I love your blog! It feels good to see disciples of Christ go out and spread the word of God! God bless you in your endeavors and to everyone else out there in the mission fields! 🙂
Blessings,
Faith
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Have a nice day !
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