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I found a Catholic devotional called Inspirational Thoughts For Every Day. The description says it’s a Catholic alternative to the Jesus Calling type books, so I ordered it.I used to read many books writen by Pentecostals(no offense), but i wasn't fed spiritually instead i was introduced to prosperity gospel(seeking God only for financial benefits), be careful what you read.
Nice! Let us know what you think of it.I found a Catholic devotional called Inspirational Thoughts For Every Day. The description says it’s a Catholic alternative to the Jesus Calling type books, so I ordered it.
I will. I have two other devotionals similar to it but this particular one grabbed my attention because it’s description says that it “makes a solid, powerful Catholic alternative to books like Jesus Calling.” That’s what I’ve been looking for.Nice! Let us know what you think of it.
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Heed the Women of Grace advice - steer clear of Jesus Calling by Sarah Young. She purports to be speaking the words that Jesus spoke to her. This is private revelation and should only be used by the person they are spoken to. If they are to be listened to by others, the Church must confirm that they are authentic and from God Himself.
A friend gave me the Jesus Calling 365 Devotional and I read a few of the passages for the corresponding day and the first thing I noticed was how she was passing on the information to the reader - as if Jesus Himself were talking to you. Anybody can say Jesus is speaking through them and then tell others they should listen. Some things sound loving and caring and inspirational but they are not what God would have said. Here try this one on: "My friend, do not worry so much about everything. Enjoy the life I have given you and know I am with you always. One day we will be together in My Heavenly Home. So if you feel happy and relaxed when you smoke, light one up and enjoy the peace with Me."
The Church is there for guidance in what is spiritually good for you, they are not there to prevent you from seeking the Truth. God bless.
I know. I read that.Sarah Young recently died of leukemia.
Amen!If you want to experience the presence of God go to the Eucharist.
Jesus is right there. You don’t need auto-writing for that.
How sad! May she rest in peaceI know. I read that.
This is private revelation and should only be used by the person they are spoken to.
Creepy.I don’t see anything heretical in either book, so far. The Charles F. Stanley book is newer to me so it will take me longer to know for sure.
I’ve read some Catholic articles that don’t agree with Jesus Calling because Young used the method of “automatic writing” to write it and it was compared to the occult, but I dunno…..
They sell it at a Catholic store here, or they did. I haven’t been there in a long time.Creepy.
SOME Catholic stores sell a considerable amount of garbage. Just because they sell it doesn’t mean it’s safe. Maybe 50 years ago, but not now. Sorry.They sell it at a Catholic store here, or they did. I haven’t been there in a long time.
I thought that if they sell it, they endorse it.SOME Catholic stores sell a considerable amount of garbage. Just because they sell it doesn’t mean it’s safe. Maybe 50 years ago, but not now. Sorry.
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