Joined: 08-11-2006 Posts: 20,033
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dpnewell wrote:Dave, Those who think that Christianity is all about receiving blessing and “stuff” from God, have no concept of true Christianity. It’s how we react when we lose our job, our home, or when there is no food on the table, that is the test of real faith. We will know if Tebow’s faith is real, by how he reacts when or if he loses.
Throughout my life I have had times of abundant blessing, and times of great need. The secret (which I still have trouble living) is learning to be content in all situations. As Paul said “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” It’s a shame that the average “Christian” knows the last part of that verse, but have no concept of what precedes it. Well said. True faith builds patience and endurance through the stuff you mentioned. (Romans 5:3-4) Looks like I should be doing a few more "Tebows," as it seems this year will be a year of personal testing.
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