Chit Chat (5)

[Ariel]

I bought a bag of frozen red raspberries yesterday...I will whip that up with soy milk and make a smoothie...YUM...

The best use for raspberries!

I remember studying personality types years ago. The literature was interesting. Apparently only the "Extrovert/Introvert" characteristic is verifiable. Everything else is not.

Still, we can have fun, and the Myers-Briggs is better than most. I wonder if I am still an ENFP? That would be interesting, to retake the test and see if--according to that--I've changed.

But in the end, I think that this is what matters the most: who we are in the Lord, and also, whether we are changing from day to day into the likeness of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Yes, I want to be more like Christ!

[bible]2 Corinthians 3:17-18[/bible]

 

[Savedsis]

I too want to be more like Christ...That is the personality I want to be.

 

[Ariel]

I too want to be more like Christ...That is the personality I want to be.

Amen, that makes two of us--

Now, here is a question: what is Jesus like?

Perhaps we could make a list, looking especially for the characteristics He wants to form in us?

 

[clairefish]

It's hard not to list so many, but I think patience ranks right up there at the top, don't you?

 

[Savedsis]

It's hard not to list so many, but I think patience ranks right up there at the top, don't you?

I sure do.., right beside love...

 

[Ariel]

Amen, love, and patience.

And joy. The Lord has been teaching me this, to choose to be happy. To not allow myself to wallow in self-pity or entertain depression. Especially, to guard my thoughts and choose to think on positive, uplifting things. Sometimes this is a challenge for me.

 

[Springrain]

Amen, love, and patience.

And joy. The Lord has been teaching me this, to choose to be happy. To not allow myself to wallow in self-pity or entertain depression. Especially, to guard my thoughts and choose to think on positive, uplifting things. Sometimes this is a challenge for me.

And we are glad Ariel, that you choose to find fellowship with us here where we can uplift one another, keeping our focus on the prize! You are a blessing, No Doubt about it.

 

[amadeus2]

Yes, what does Jesus look like?

"For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him" Isa 53:2

And yet...

"And in the midst of the seven candlesticks one like unto the Son of man, clothed with a garment down to the foot, and girt about the paps with a golden girdle.

His head and his hairs were white like wool, as white as snow; and his eyes were as a flame of fire;

And his feet like unto fine brass, as if they burned in a furnace; and his voice as the sound of many waters.

And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength." Rev 1:13-16

Maybe this contrast between the prophecy of Isaiah and the description of John the Beloved also tells us a little of how we also will be changed before He is finished with us.

"Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is." I John 3:2

 

[gratefulgrace]

My score was 37 and the description I think is pretty accurate. The thing was though some #'s were hard to answer especially the dream question I could have chosen at least three different ones. Jan

 

[Springrain]

I bought a bag of frozen red raspberries yesterday...I will whip that up with soy milk and make a smoothie...YUM...

Hi Sis...

We are so fortunate to have such luxury as these delicious berries so readily available.

I get the mixed berries frozen, put some into plain yogurt and sweeten with Splenda. Most often, I use this for a breakfast or an evening snack.

 

[gratefulgrace]

Sounds yummy spring. Sometimes I do a similar thing add whey protein and frozen banana and a bit of OJ and whip up a super smoothie. YUM Jan

 

[Ariel]

Yes, what does Jesus look like?

"For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him" Isa 53:2

And yet...

"And in the midst of the seven candlesticks one like unto the Son of man, clothed with a garment down to the foot, and girt about the paps with a golden girdle.

His head and his hairs were white like wool, as white as snow; and his eyes were as a flame of fire;

And his feet like unto fine brass, as if they burned in a furnace; and his voice as the sound of many waters.

And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength." Rev 1:13-16

Maybe this contrast between the prophecy of Isaiah and the description of John the Beloved also tells us a little of how we also will be changed before He is finished with us.

"Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is." I John 3:2

Amadeus, this is such a beautiful post. Thank you.

Yes, Jesus was changed when He was resurrected. I believe it is the reason that first Mary Magdalene and then two of Jesus' disciples did not recognize Him when He appeared to them, John 20:14; Luke 24:13-31. His body had been glorified, and changed.

I believe that we also will be changed when we are raised from the dead. This is so clear in 1 Corinthians 15:

[bible]1 Corinthians 15:42-44[/bible]

I also believe that God is working on us to change us now. He is forming His character in us. We are changing, as we love Him and submit to Him, as we receive correction and allow Him to change us. More and more we will act and be like our Savior. Everyday as we walk in Him, we are being sanctified. Our salvation continues.

We have been saved--we were justified
We are being saved--He is sanctifying us
We will be saved--He will glorify us

God is so good!

 

[Savedsis]

It is so great being justified..Just as though we never sinned at all .....Paid in Full. ...By a wonderful friend......

 

[Ariel]

It is so great being justified..Just as though we never sinned at all .....Paid in Full. ...By a wonderful friend......

Amen, SavedSis!

[bible]Romans 3:21-26[/bible]

[bible]Romans 3:28[/bible]

[bible]Romans 5:1[/bible]

We are justified freely by believing on the Lord Jesus Christ.

[bible]Romans 10:9-10[/bible]

 

[clairefish]

I am constantly learning and being reminded of good in this forum. I want to thank all of you who post these scriptures and thoughts. Sure, I'll do the rep thing, but just so you know you are appreciated, thank you and bless you.

 

[davedajobauk]

The best use for raspberries!

I remember studying personality types years ago. The literature was interesting. Apparently only the "Extrovert/Introvert" characteristic is verifiable. Everything else is not.

Still, we can have fun, and the Myers-Briggs is better than most. I wonder if I am still an ENFP? That would be interesting, to retake the test and see if--according to that--I've changed.

But in the end, I think that this is what matters the most: who we are in the Lord, and also, whether we are changing from day to day into the likeness of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Yes, I want to be more like Christ!

[bible]2 Corinthians 3:17-18[/bible]

Anybody for a high-dive ?

Do you prefer to Karl up in bed with a book

You are as Jung as you feel
[maybe/ possibly/ definitely/ influenced]

Kaleidoscopic personality-types ?

Why ?
do you like/ prefer/ respond-to people, that are
JUST LIKE YOU ?

mmmmm it is, seemingly
a deep swim in a mud bath
where, every suspended particle
is JUST another 'combination' of, modified traits

I 'enjoy' sleeping.... peacefully



dave

 

[davedajobauk]

Senior Exercises




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Put my foot in my mouth.. ​

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[amadeus2]

Amadeus, this is such a beautiful post. Thank you.

Yes, Jesus was changed when He was resurrected. I believe it is the reason that first Mary Magdalene and then two of Jesus' disciples did not recognize Him when He appeared to them, John 20:14; Luke 24:13-31. His body had been glorified, and changed.

I believe that we also will be changed when we are raised from the dead. This is so clear in 1 Corinthians 15:

[bible]1 Corinthians 15:42-44[/bible]

I also believe that God is working on us to change us now. He is forming His character in us. We are changing, as we love Him and submit to Him, as we receive correction and allow Him to change us. More and more we will act and be like our Savior. Everyday as we walk in Him, we are being sanctified. Our salvation continues.

We have been saved--we were justified
We are being saved--He is sanctifying us
We will be saved--He will glorify us

God is so good!

Yes, the change is happening for as long as we let it happen. He is working on us while it is day and we are working, but soon the night is coming when no man can work.

 

[Ariel]

Claire---(((((((HUGS))))))) You don't have to rep me. I love talking about the Lord and His goodness. It is my delight and joy.

Dave--What can I say? LOL, brother!

Amadeus, I really liked your comment:

Yes, the change is happening for as long as we let it happen. He is working on us while it is day and we are working, but soon the night is coming when no man can work.

Yes, it is up to us to change.

I remember being puzzled by this verse once:

[bible]Matthew 11:12[/bible]

What is that force?

I believe it is this: we take the kingdom by force of will. We choose whether to receive Christ or not. We choose whether to love Him and follow Him. We choose whether to obey His Word. We choose whether to allow Him to correct us, and to receive His grace so that we can change.

We choose. God never violates the human will. It is up to us to decide--and choose--how close we want to get to God.

But I know this, if we do decide to go after Christ with all our heart, and if we continue to choose to do this on a daily basis, then we will change. We will see our old man die, and the very essence and character of Christ formed in us.

God is so awesome!

 

[davedajobauk]

Sent: Wednesday, 6 February, 2008 10:52:46 AM
Subject: FW:

[FONT=Arial, sans-serif]Church Bulletin Bloopers[/FONT]​

The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals.​

The sermon this morning: "Jesus Walks on the Water." ​

The sermon tonight: "Searching for Jesus."​

Ladies, don't forget the rummage sale. It's a chance to get rid
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of those things not worth keeping around the house. Bring your husbands.​

Remember in prayer the many who are sick of our community.
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Smile at someone who is hard to love. ​

Say "Hell" to someone who doesn't care much about you. ​

Don't let worry kill you off - let the Church help.
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Miss Charlene Mason sang "I will not pass this way again"
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giving obvious pleasure to the congregation.​

For those of you who have children and don't know it,
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we have a nursery downstairs.​

Next Thursday there will be tryouts for the choir.
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They need all the help they can get.​

Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24 in the church.
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So ends a friendship that began in their school days.​

A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall.
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Music will follow.​

At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be
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"What Is Hell?" ​

Come early and listen to our choir practice.​

Eight new choir robes are currently needed
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due to the addition of several new members ​

and to the deterioration of some older ones.​

Scouts are saving aluminium cans, bottles and other items
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to be recycled. ​

Proceeds will be used to cripple children. ​

Please place your donation in the envelope
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along with the deceased person you want remembered.​

The church will host an evening of fine dining, super entertainment
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and gracious hostility.​

Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 PM - prayer and medication to follow.
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The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind.
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They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon.​

This evening at 7 PM there will be a hymn singing in the park
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across from the Church. ​

Bring a blanket and come prepared to sin.​

Ladies Bible Study will be held Thursday morning at 10 AM.
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All ladies are invited to lunch in the Fellowship Hall after the B. S. ​

The pastor would appreciate it if the ladies of the Congregation
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would lend him their electric girdles​

for the pancake breakfast next Sunday.​

Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 PM.
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Please use the back door.​

The eighth-graders will be presenting Shakespeare's Hamlet
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in the Church basement Friday at 7 PM. ​

The congregation is invited to attend this tragedy.​

Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Presbyterian Church.
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Please use large double door at the side entrance. ​

The Associate Minister unveiled the church's new campaign slogan last Sunday:
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"I Upped My Pledge - Up Yours."​

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dave​