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We are not talking about spiritual gifts. We are talking about what becomes available to us when we are born again and indwelled with the Holy Spirit.

Glad you raised this... 1 Cor 12 is about the Gifts of the Spirit, and associated ministries which are distributed as He wills. This is an outpouring usually associated with the Baptism in the Spirit (as at Pentecost.) What I am presenting here is not about the gifts, but about the...

I was thinking about this - Love from Our Perfect Father is vastly different than what often is expressed through the imperfect hearts of humans, even when they are indwelled by Him. This is why forgiveness is so critical - Peter denied Him 3 times with curses - Jesus particularly embraced...

All Glory to God - this testimony is what this thread is all about.

Yes, a very valuable comment... :)

Yes it is relative to the study. But working such a sensitive matter through is better on a private thread with folks you are comfortable with. I can speak into this but prefer not to for this reason.

Fear of total commitment and total surrender is a big one... The Knowledge of His Love has to be stronger than the fear of the unknown. A key to overcoming this is the revelation that He is a God of Order, and letting Him take control results in order rather than the chaos we fear. Proverbs 3...

We are on the same track... I wrote my post as you wrote yours... :)

OK back to scriptures that speak of why we fail to hear... Luke 8:14 And as for what fell among the thorns, they are those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by the cares and riches and pleasures of life, and their fruit does not mature. This verse speaks of a conflict...

Nice one... :)

It should be noted that we are part of a body and His plan is often to mobilise many. Given that we are to be in mutual submission - we can, and should, cross check our guidance. Here are a few things that one should consider when weighing important life matters. 1. No conflict with the...

By now we should see that the pre-appointed works that we are to walk in are specific and unique to each one. So there is an essential link between the hearing and the doing. However the hearing comes in many ways and can be quite individual. I have come to the conclusion that as we are...

Just repeating - this is a joint effort - if there is any issue raised that you don't understand or don't agree with then please say... It is very important that we hear your voice. :)

Well spotted - corrected - thanks :)

Yes I agree, without the gift of the discernment of spirits operating, or a direct Word from the Holy Spirit, we are vulnerable to deception. However if we have the humility to come before Him for help in this matter mindful of our total dependance on Him He is faithful to keep us on track...

Questions welcome as long as you agree with the Nicene Creed and don't debate the Trinity.

Yep - that is one of the Seven...

By the way I had a very intense week and was delayed in getting this study out. Apologies.

OK here is topic two... We looked at what is "God's Word" now we focus on hearing God's Word and what may hinder our hearing. As I pondered on this during the week, these verses particularly came to mind. John 15:15 No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not understand what his...

Yes - beautiful... Warmed my heart as I read... (I think I read about that some where... :) )