Paul, my heart goes out to you in your work. I feel like we have touched together here on this thread, as we have with many others. I like the PSalm that Shalom uses from time to time,
"Psalms 133: The excellency of brotherly love.
(Psa 133:1 NASB) "(A Song of Ascents, of David.) Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brothers to dwell together in unity!"
(Psa 133:2 NASB) "It is like the precious oil upon the head, Coming down upon the beard, Even Aaron's beard, Coming down upon the edge of his robes."
(Psa 133:3 NASB) "It is like the dew of Hermon, Coming down upon the mountains of Zion; For there the LORD commanded the blessing-- life forever."
Concerning the fellow worker, the horror of it is there are many like him is this world. It all starts with false teaching. satan is an excellent liar, always has been. A most powerful deceiver. He can control people and they think they are in control. Kind of scarry at times. Thank God He can handle satan. As you know, We sure must stay close to Jesus. Your request is duely noted.
I have looked back over several months of postings to see what got this idea started that Emile and I hate people. I must say I didn't find one place where we stated that we hated anyone. Some strong words were used, but not hate. Again, someone's interpretation may just be a reflection of his own evil mind. Maybe I missed some that had that in them. I do know this, the enemy can accuse a Christian of doing something or saying something and before you know it, that which is false has become an impression of being true. This is one of the tricks of satan, part of his power. Spiritual warfare is most difficult. Besides, as long as Christians aren't broadcasting the truth, satan is perfectly happy. He has negated a positive witness for Jesus and shed a negative witness against him. In that case he wins twice.
Well, getting late. Will be teaching Isaiah 23 tomorrow morning. Later.
God bless,
David |
