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True Religion and Inner Renewal
Christians by how many church services we attend or
whether we have ,a piano or not, etc. They will know us
by our love and what comes forth from our lips.
There's no substitute for study. Also, surround
yourself with Godly people. Paul said, "Imitate me as I
imitate Christ." Listen to the counsel of the wise (also,
making sure you check what they say against what God
says). There are inspirational books, tapes, and
speakers. "Be still and know that I am God." "Restore
unto me the joy of my salvation," (Psalms 51 :12) -–
How? "Be still and know that I am God," (Psalms
46: 10). We get so busy with the necessary things of life
that we forget the most important things. Stop, reflect,
and be convinced again of the majesty and wonder of
God. Be still; get away from the "merry-go-round" of
every day, if only briefly.
--
Tina Bigelow, Marshall, Minnesota
Jesus said, "He that hath my commandments and
keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth
me shall be loved by my Father, and I will love him, and
he will manifest myself to him."
I believe the
commandments there are those of the New Covenant
which are written on the heart and mind, and that deal
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