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Comment on Evangelism as a Function of Love by New Article « They Call Me Pastor Bryan

New Article « They Call Me Pastor Bryan — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:24:57 +0000

[...] 19 12 2008 I just posted a new blog on the Anchor blog titled Evangelism as a Function of Love, or “How much do you have to hate someone to not [...]

Comment on Listening, or Reading? by Jon D. Wilke

Jon D. Wilke — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 14:47:56 +0000

Thanks for the post about the power of listening to the Bible.

Here in the first world, the literate have a hard time “entering into the story” and letting our minds join the narrative. It’s almost like we have to deprogram our mind and asborb the larger context that listening allows.

In the developing world, where half the world is unable to read, the Scriptures come alive to them. They have no other way to engage God’s Word than by hearing, and it’s powerful. “Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God. (Romans 10).”

Comment on Listening, or Reading? by Jeff

Jeff — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:41:20 +0000

First I will answer your questions and then offer my opinion.

It is very important to listen to the Spirit. He speaks in the Bible but he also speaks in other media and just when taking a quiet walk. So I think we need to listen more in general. I separate this listening from that of the analytical and so this listening can truely only be done by belivers in Christ. We are so busy as Americans that we constantly have to be aware of the need to listen.

Personally, I have been able to listen most during times of Lectio Divina (or scripture listening) and also taking long walks with no music or anything on but myself. Sometimes God shows up there too. While I haven’t done it lately becuase of the church that I attend, I really have had emotional connection during times of group meditation and prayer. Times to just meet with people and engage in a group spiritual exercise can be amazing.

As my side note, I want to make sure that we do not abandon the analytical in favor of purely listening. I think that through the analytical process specifically with scripture that God can show us deeper truths that might effect more of the story then just the part of the story we are at in particular.

I don’t think that is what you were saying at all BD, but just emphasizing the importance of listening more.

Great thought though BD!

Comment on Listening, or Reading? by Listening, or Reading? « They Call Me Pastor Bryan

Listening, or Reading? « They Call Me Pastor Bryan — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 04:15:35 +0000

[...] Listening, or Reading? 18 12 2008 I just published a new post on the Anchor blog titled Listening, or Reading? Here’s an excerpt: I believe that this is a crucial paradigm for us to process as Christians: to learn to listen to the Bible, rather than just read it. Too many times, I prefer to read the Word, to try to force it to fit into my categories, rather than to find myself listening: in one way finding myself immersed in the story. Listening allows us to enter into the story, to take place in it in a way strict reading will not. Critical reading can help us to dissect a passage, to grasp the intracacies of the construction, but it is listening that allows us to hear God. [...]

Comment on Advent and the Conspirators by carley

carley — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 03:35:53 +0000

Thanks B.D. Powerful video. It’s amazing how true peace comes about when the consumerism is minimized and the relationships maximized. Our family, including our daughters and their families have decided to simplify and minimize our “spending” on gift giving and focus on being together in creative ways as well as giving to those to can’t give back. In the process we’re experiencing much more joy and freed to concentrate on the ultimate gift of Christ in our lives. Thanks for the reminder.

Comment on Church Expression by Dennis Muse

Dennis Muse — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:39:10 +0000

I agree that a planter must first really Define Church, what is church. Because you’re definition of church and Why you want to plant one is foundational to what you do.I blogged on that myself a few weeks ago, and just last week did a blog called “Why I go to church: Something every church planter should know!” that you might like to read.

Comment on Basis for Theology: Scripture by The Anchor Church » Blog Archive » Church Expression

The Anchor Church » Blog Archive » Church Expression — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:59:07 +0000

[...] you have read the series I wrote on the Basis for Theology(Scripture, Tradition, Experience, Reason), that there are varying elements that influence our understanding [...]

Comment on Basis For Theology: Introduction by The Anchor Church » Blog Archive » Church Expression

The Anchor Church » Blog Archive » Church Expression — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:58:32 +0000

[...] you have read the series I wrote on the Basis for Theology(Scripture, Tradition, Experience, Reason), that there are varying elements that influence our [...]

Comment on Ancient Christian Voices on Christians, Wealth and the Poor by admin

admin — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:11:51 +0000

Indeed, it certainly does challenge our conception of wealth. I don’t know how to live this out yet, but it definitely fits with the journey I feel like I have been taken on in the past couple years.

Comment on Ancient Christian Voices on Christians, Wealth and the Poor by Braxton

Braxton — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 01:56:17 +0000

The quotes definitely go against the American conception of wealth. Even in churches the common perception seems to be “tithe and then use the rest however you want, its a blessing” and ignore the idea that the blessings are to be shared. I think we aim for little as far as giving goes, and thats what we get.