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True Religion and Inner Renewal

True Religion: Setting aside some part of the day

for quiet meditation. "Keep our motors running" all the

time to grab a minute or two to thank God for His infinite

grace and mercy to us. Keep a prayerful attitude.

Spiritual Awareness is found in James 1:27. Pure

religion is to look after orphans and widows, and keep

oneself unspotted from the world. Inner Renewal:

Open mindednes.s, continual Bible study (especially in–

depth study of the nature of Jesus, God, and the Holy

Spirit).

Eloise Muncy, Searcy, Arkansas

First, we must recognize our weakness and

dependability on a strength coming only from God and

Jesus Christ. Renewal to self seldom comes without

first of all realizing that we have helped another to the

same level. Christ must be the foundation of our

religious beliefs. If you have kept your convictions a

secret, you haven't found them. If you pursue them,

others will know without making an announcement.

Awareness comes from acquaintance with the

scriptures, a first hand relationship with God, and

fellowship with those of a similar conviction.

Virgil Gingrich, Roanoke, Illinois

True religion speaks with action. Put your faith into

action. It will have more affect on leading others to

Christ. Be patient with nonbelievers. Love them and

allow God to work in their lives according to His will.

Use the Bible as your guide in all areas. Inner renewal

is very close to spiritual awareness. Time with God

renews you both spiritually and physically. Change

your activities and create new ways to do everyday