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  • #31
    Originally posted by Cerebrum123 View Post
    Yeah, that Sparko fellow is a bit off the charts though isn't he?
    talking about my good looks, eh?

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    • #32
      Enter the Church and wash away your sins. For here there is a hospital and not a court of law. Do not be ashamed to enter the Church; be ashamed when you sin, but not when you repent. – St. John Chrysostom

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      • #33
        And we don't get any super powers either! Though, it's a good thing that God doesn't grant our every desire...
        If it weren't for the Resurrection of Jesus, we'd all be in DEEP TROUBLE!

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        • #34
          Originally posted by Sparko View Post
          talking about my good looks, eh?

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          • #35
            Originally posted by Sparko View Post
            talking about my good looks, eh?
            The Spam hat was totally you.
            Enter the Church and wash away your sins. For here there is a hospital and not a court of law. Do not be ashamed to enter the Church; be ashamed when you sin, but not when you repent. – St. John Chrysostom

            Veritas vos Liberabit<>< Learn Greek <>< Look here for an Orthodox Church in America<><Ancient Faith Radio
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            • #36
              Still can't wait for the new Creation. I desire to see Jesus face to face. In a glorified body.
              If it weren't for the Resurrection of Jesus, we'd all be in DEEP TROUBLE!

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              • #37
                Enter the Church and wash away your sins. For here there is a hospital and not a court of law. Do not be ashamed to enter the Church; be ashamed when you sin, but not when you repent. – St. John Chrysostom

                Veritas vos Liberabit<>< Learn Greek <>< Look here for an Orthodox Church in America<><Ancient Faith Radio
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                I recommend you do not try too hard and ...research as little as possible. Such weighty things give me a headache. - Shunyadragon, Baha'i apologist

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                • #38
                  Did I get my socialization from the Holy Spirit? Because my social mores don't mesh with the culture around me.
                  If it weren't for the Resurrection of Jesus, we'd all be in DEEP TROUBLE!

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                  • #39
                    Originally posted by Christianbookworm View Post
                    Did I get my socialization from the Holy Spirit? Because my social mores don't mesh with the culture around me.
                    Certainly possible.We are called to become the image of Christ which is definately different than the image the culture has. Certainly the Christ image is more consistent where the culture changes every few years.
                    "For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings." Hosea 6:6

                    "Theology can be an intellectual entertainment." Metropolitan Anthony Bloom

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                    • #40
                      And since no culture is perfect, there's always going to be conflicting norms. Even though we don't live up to Jesus' standard of perfection.
                      If it weren't for the Resurrection of Jesus, we'd all be in DEEP TROUBLE!

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                      • #41
                        You're right, there are always going to be two conflicts the Christian faces. One between himself and conforming to the image of Christ. The other between themself and the pressures of the culture to conform to its image.

                        This is a reason finding a good church to support one in both conflicts is required. As you do it yourself, it will be very tempting to give up either conflict. I think it's in either extraordinary circumstance that God would expect a Christian to do these by themselves.
                        "For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings." Hosea 6:6

                        "Theology can be an intellectual entertainment." Metropolitan Anthony Bloom

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                        • #42
                          Like in countries where the persecution is so horrible, that Christians can't meet together even if they want to? Or if there is no good church in the ares. Meaning that the only "churches" are cults led by wolves in sheep clothing.
                          If it weren't for the Resurrection of Jesus, we'd all be in DEEP TROUBLE!

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                          • #43
                            Originally posted by Christianbookworm View Post
                            Like in countries where the persecution is so horrible, that Christians can't meet together even if they want to? Or if there is no good church in the ares. Meaning that the only "churches" are cults led by wolves in sheep clothing.
                            Persecution is certainly one reason but you and I aren't covered by that.

                            It's certainly getting harder to find a good church anymore. Certainly around here, many churches have been become either a social club with a steeple or mental health/life coaching. They don't have a strong connection to God. I'm ready to declare the white middle-class church as spiritually dead and try others ethnic churches.
                            "For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings." Hosea 6:6

                            "Theology can be an intellectual entertainment." Metropolitan Anthony Bloom

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                            • #44
                              Originally posted by Thoughtful Monk View Post
                              Persecution is certainly one reason but you and I aren't covered by that.

                              It's certainly getting harder to find a good church anymore. Certainly around here, many churches have been become either a social club with a steeple or mental health/life coaching. They don't have a strong connection to God. I'm ready to declare the white middle-class church as spiritually dead and try others ethnic churches.
                              I like my church. Sounds like you need to move. In seriousness, hope you find a decent church.
                              If it weren't for the Resurrection of Jesus, we'd all be in DEEP TROUBLE!

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                              • #45
                                Originally posted by Christianbookworm View Post
                                I like my church. Sounds like you need to move. In seriousness, hope you find a decent church.
                                I'd like to but even though churches are allowed to open, many in the area are still closed. On-line services are good for teaching and not much else especially if you're not a member. I hate to think it but it may be 2021 before I can do a church search.
                                "For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings." Hosea 6:6

                                "Theology can be an intellectual entertainment." Metropolitan Anthony Bloom

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