Today, I attended a political rally in downtown Columbus. For those of you who know me, I have always been and seem to never be able to stip being a political animal! I have ventured in and out of political involvement over the years. The candidate included in his speech an interesting section on true freedom -- AND as my mind does, it got me to applying these ideas to our spiritual walk. Maybe the candidate had been a pastor at some point, I can't say! Anyway, here are his three points with my thoughts applying it spiritually.
To be truly free, you must be able to...
1. Feed yourself -- The Christian who does not feed daily in the Word of God is weak and becomes so dependant on others that they never grow on their own. Though there are amazing speakers and leaders to inspire us out there (like eating out!) we must still gain the majority of our spiritual nourishment from SELF-FEEDING (we've got to eat at home too). Check out http://www.navpress.com/ for excellent tools to help you grow in the Word.
2. Fuel Yourself -- Again, the fuel of the Christian walk comes through the Word, prayer and I believe, the challenge and accountability of strong brothers and sisters. If your "tanks" are low, check to see how much energy you're gaining from priming the prayer pump! It's been said that we can discover the depth of someone's ture faith by looking at their prayer life. Living in true community is a vital part of the Journey we're on. Allow others -- those who are maybe a few steps in front of you -- to keep you challenged and moving forward.
3. Fight for yourself -- as we continue to learn the way of spiritual warfare, realize that though we are side-by-side other "warriors", we must each be good soldiers -- able to fight battles on our own when called upon. "Be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might" we're told in scripture!
Feed yourself -- Fuel yourself -- Fight for yourself!
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Don't forget to post that pic with the Gov... :)!
P.S. I just posted a pic of the group that went to Passion over at our blog. If you want to check it out, just click on my name.
i think an important aspect that could be added to all three areas is an organic connection to the local body of christ. being spiritually strong and keeping your tanks full is good and well, but if one's spiritual wellness remains individualized, it becomes a self-serving end in itself with no capability for outlet. i think the church is intended to be such an outlet for strong believers to shape society and be a redeeming cultural presence. i think it's become a major temptation in today's christian culture to cultivate spirituality, over-emphasizing the personal benefits, paying no mind to the responsibility towards Other that comes with being filled with the Spirit.
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