So much this!! I don't understand how people can claim to be Christians, but take away food and health insurance from the poorest among us to give to the grossly wealthy. I have been in the position to need SNAP and Medicaid, but I still was able to help feed a friend in need. I have always tried to live with empathy. I truly believe that people who have the least to give are the ones who end up giving with a true heart.
Amen, Malynda! You expressed every question that most of us have wrestled with. And like you, I refuse to let go of discernment, my common sense, and mostly, my reliance on the Holy Spirit. What we have in some American churches is the lack of discernment and groups of Christians wanting to "help" God in bringing about His end times, that they know nothing about. They don't read the Bible to grow and learn, but instead use it to punish/accuse others for "sins" they hate, all the while ignoring their own SINS!
I’m so glad I came back and read this. I’ve saved it. This is a perfect moment to reflect on everything written here. I have screenshot a couple of the paragraphs just to have on hand for my fellow Christian friends. I am going to continue coming back to The love of people as Jesus directed us. That must be above everything. Treat others with love, kindness, and hold true to that. Am I questioning these things as well? You bet I am. Almost every day. Are we in some kind of a test right now? Do I even care about that? I’ve decided that I do not. What I care about is holding true to the values I was raised on. And I will stand firm that we are to treat all mankind the same. And when in doubt, reflect and listen🙏🏻🦋
So much this!! I don't understand how people can claim to be Christians, but take away food and health insurance from the poorest among us to give to the grossly wealthy. I have been in the position to need SNAP and Medicaid, but I still was able to help feed a friend in need. I have always tried to live with empathy. I truly believe that people who have the least to give are the ones who end up giving with a true heart.
Amen, Malynda! You expressed every question that most of us have wrestled with. And like you, I refuse to let go of discernment, my common sense, and mostly, my reliance on the Holy Spirit. What we have in some American churches is the lack of discernment and groups of Christians wanting to "help" God in bringing about His end times, that they know nothing about. They don't read the Bible to grow and learn, but instead use it to punish/accuse others for "sins" they hate, all the while ignoring their own SINS!
Who said that...'Evil prevails when good men do nothing'!?
Yes. This is exactly that.
I’m so glad I came back and read this. I’ve saved it. This is a perfect moment to reflect on everything written here. I have screenshot a couple of the paragraphs just to have on hand for my fellow Christian friends. I am going to continue coming back to The love of people as Jesus directed us. That must be above everything. Treat others with love, kindness, and hold true to that. Am I questioning these things as well? You bet I am. Almost every day. Are we in some kind of a test right now? Do I even care about that? I’ve decided that I do not. What I care about is holding true to the values I was raised on. And I will stand firm that we are to treat all mankind the same. And when in doubt, reflect and listen🙏🏻🦋
I so glad glad it has helped you! xoxox