Hi Guys(That includes you Elizabeth) I like Dutch's description of the inverted pyramid. Great word picture of our church structure. As far as classis approvals of pastors, we all know the system of church order rarely is the problem or the source of conflict and frustration. The way people use, manipulate, and interpret the order is the issue. We always have to keep this in focus when we talk about confessions or church order. We make church order function or hinder its function.
Why we act as if the documents of church(except the Bible) are a issue. That is a fallacy.
I know exactly what your talking about when it comes to being in relationship with God and fell the Holy Spirit fill your mouth with words that are not yours. I see the Spirit in coincidences that that happen to me. Glory be to God
Good conversation Guys. I can relate to the advantages of having our beliefs summarized in confessions. We take for granted how these creeds arm us for interaction by making Biblical truths easier to understand.
When I think of investment in youth, I think of quality time. As a parent, that is our greatest gift to our children. Parents need to involved in youth groups or youth need to be involved adult groups.
Throughout history until the 20th century, Adults and youth were not separated to degree we are now. How do we hope our children will mature into solid Christians if we don't go to their level and demonstrate our lives?
Paul , I feel bad for youth pastors. You guys have a very difficult job doing what is a parents mission by covenant. God bless you Paul
I can relate to the you have to take charge when it comes to medical care but I find the insurance to be a bigger hurdle than the experts. But either way it is painful and exhausting.
I have never experienced or at least did not know about fake disabled people on the support sites. That sounds pretty disturbing that someone would do that. Nothing surprises me though, there are a lot of angry people out there.
Your asking the right questions John. To address this issue on elder leadership, we have to look at our church history. We rarely wanted the leadership of our peers so they backed off because of this. Now we choose people for office based on prerceptions of who they are. We need to look for elders who understand that spiritual health of the lay people is the primary focus. Teaching, leading services, or whatever is a role that all mature adults should strive to be envolved.
Sorry John for not getting back sooner, John, forgive me miss leading you why with incorrect terms. Your correct about the influence of God in all law that agree's with His laws. My point It is a predominantly a choice to break the law where ever the bar is set and that in today's society you have to know the law to protect everybody. That makes Ruth's comments important in spite of their lack of living up to God's standards which is debatable considering the multitude of approaches.
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Hi Guys(That includes you Elizabeth) I like Dutch's description of the inverted pyramid. Great word picture of our church structure. As far as classis approvals of pastors, we all know the system of church order rarely is the problem or the source of conflict and frustration. The way people use, manipulate, and interpret the order is the issue. We always have to keep this in focus when we talk about confessions or church order. We make church order function or hinder its function.
Why we act as if the documents of church(except the Bible) are a issue. That is a fallacy.
Ken
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Bev,
I know exactly what your talking about when it comes to being in relationship with God and fell the Holy Spirit fill your mouth with words that are not yours. I see the Spirit in coincidences that that happen to me. Glory be to God
Ken
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He is not totally depraved.
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Good conversation Guys. I can relate to the advantages of having our beliefs summarized in confessions. We take for granted how these creeds arm us for interaction by making Biblical truths easier to understand.
Ken
Posted in: Does My Congregation Invest Enough in Youth?
Good questions Paul,
When I think of investment in youth, I think of quality time. As a parent, that is our greatest gift to our children. Parents need to involved in youth groups or youth need to be involved adult groups.
Throughout history until the 20th century, Adults and youth were not separated to degree we are now. How do we hope our children will mature into solid Christians if we don't go to their level and demonstrate our lives?
Paul , I feel bad for youth pastors. You guys have a very difficult job doing what is a parents mission by covenant. God bless you Paul
Ken
Posted in: The Next Year
Thanks Jolanda,
God bless you for your service.
Ken
Posted in: Signs That God's At Work
Karl, That is pretty amazing story of the Jesus at work. What a great example of community missions.
Thanks Karl for sharing. It just made my day special. Glory be to God!!
Ken
Posted in: A Virtual Misfits Club for Parents of Children with Disabilities?
Hi Darla,
I can relate to the you have to take charge when it comes to medical care but I find the insurance to be a bigger hurdle than the experts. But either way it is painful and exhausting.
I have never experienced or at least did not know about fake disabled people on the support sites. That sounds pretty disturbing that someone would do that. Nothing surprises me though, there are a lot of angry people out there.
Thanks for story,
Ken
Posted in: Classis and Church Order
Good Food John,
Your asking the right questions John. To address this issue on elder leadership, we have to look at our church history. We rarely wanted the leadership of our peers so they backed off because of this. Now we choose people for office based on prerceptions of who they are. We need to look for elders who understand that spiritual health of the lay people is the primary focus. Teaching, leading services, or whatever is a role that all mature adults should strive to be envolved.
Ken
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Sorry John for not getting back sooner, John, forgive me miss leading you why with incorrect terms. Your correct about the influence of God in all law that agree's with His laws. My point It is a predominantly a choice to break the law where ever the bar is set and that in today's society you have to know the law to protect everybody. That makes Ruth's comments important in spite of their lack of living up to God's standards which is debatable considering the multitude of approaches.
Ken
Posted in: Canada Ratifies UN Convention on The Rights of Persons with Disabilities
That’s great! We have to raise support where ever you can. This won’t solve the issue completely but it’s a move forward! Good job Canada!
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Stacie, I always enjoy your positive comment! You are a example of what Lord wants us to live without judgement and fear! Thx