We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Thursday, July 15, 2021

Is it Praise or Just “Feeling”


One might get quite caught up, for example, in singing about “Majesty” with hands raised, eyes closed and the body moving with the crowd and with a bit of a sway. There may be a feeling, a great sense of closeness to the “divine” and the “Infinite.’ But the individual so engaged may be far from praising the God who in His majesty decrees whatsoever comes to pass (Eph.1:4, 11) and demands that every thought and action become captive to the obedience of Jesus Christ (2 Cor. 10:5). 


Craig S. Bulkeley, Hope for the Children of the Sun, pg. 38

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