A Question
- March 29, 2009
- Category: Daily Diary
- (13) Comments
It’s a beautiful Sunday morning. Rain is falling gently washing away the remainder of the snow, Mountain Man is cooking his usual weekend breakfast of sausage and eggs and I am back from feeding hungry, wet horses. What a glorious day to be alive! It would be easy for me to write my usual stories of struggles, hope and the beauty of life but this morning, I want to head in a different direction.
How do you define your relationship with God? To me, God is the essence of love. It’s a love that always makes me want to put my best foot forward and to try to lead whoever might be watching by a gentle example of kindness. A prayerful, joyous heart opened to God’s word throughout the day keeps me focused on what is truly important.
And, when you sin, do you repent with a prayerful regret to God to try to do better next time or do you sit in fear of judgment because you strayed?
If you’d like to respond, I’d love to hear your answers. I think I’m going to spend this rainy day deep in thoughtful prayer.
Sit in fear of judgment – No, No, No.
There is safety in Repentance.
There is joy in Obedience.
There is comfort in knowledge.
Charity is the true love of Christ.
You asked…and you received
Date: March 29, 2009
I used to believe in God a lot. The past year or so not so much, maybe he does exist, but doesn’t seem to interact with anyone.
Date: March 29, 2009
Hmm…I think for me, God is the natural world around me. I went to Catholic School all 12 years so I believe there is a God, I am just not dedicated to worship and prayer. I believe in the foundation he has provided, but like any human falter from time to time.
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Date: March 29, 2009
Neas, thank you. I shall read this over and over today.
Alan, I just wish I could give you a hug or some sort of comfort. My heart goes out to you because I know you are struggling. All I can say is that even in my darkest hour, I believe in God and His mercy.
Suzi, I think more and more although I consider myself a Christian, I’m finding God in the natural world around me and in the beauty that is life. Thank you and I’ll be over to visit.
Date: March 29, 2009
My relationship with God is quiet and personal. I am turned off by those who feel the need to shout their faith at every opportunity–I don’t think God is deaf, really. Like you, I find God in the beauty of this good green Earth. I see the goodness in the plants, animals, and all beings that share this life with us–I don’t belive the Catholic teachings that we are superior. I do not find God in 4 walls, rote prayers and rules that are man-made. I believe more and more in what the Dalai Lama has to say about peace, self-control, acceptance, and being one with natural world around us.
Date: March 29, 2009
I feel much as you do. I think you described it perfectly. however, I do say a prayer asking for forgiveness immediately if I feel I have sinned or done something wrong in God’s eyes.
Happy Sunday it sounds great!!
Jackie:-)
Date: March 29, 2009
Hi. Once again, I’ve been inspired by your writing.
I find that I never just sit and “be” anymore. There’s always so much in my head that won’t let me concentrate or focus on what matters most. I pray every single day, but as far as sitting and meditating so to speak, I just can’t seem to do it.
After reading your writing today, I decided to try and quiet myself somewhat, to think, to focus. Thanks for a “nudge”.
Date: March 29, 2009
Hello there sweetie!
What A nice way to spend a Sunday for you! it does sound refreshing.
I love my relationship with and to God.If I ever doubted it, I did not for long..I spend far more time doubting myself. He does reach through those down times to comfort me and let me know that I am EXACTLY the way I am to be.
I repent often as I know to and the spirit reminds me to..and it is done. I spent too much time, before I knew Him, in Judgement of myself.
My doubts are my doubts, Not His for me…He knows me better than any soul upon earth and I rest in this GREAT LOVE.
Yes, the love you said you saw Him as..that is the way I see Him too.
It covers all of me in every way shape and form I take.
Riding into thickly wooded lands, upon my horse, is where I worship Him best.
Though a family of believers, with all their diversities, is hard to beat as well!
All I know Is, Christ did all the work, and I need only follow in footsteps, as they present daily.
XO to you
Kac
Date: March 29, 2009
How do I describe my relationship to God?
Woven inextricably.
Date: March 29, 2009
God is all around us! He shows his handiwork through his creation. Spring is upon us, a time of newness. Thanks for sharing this post and asking us to consider our relationship with God. God Bless You
Date: March 30, 2009
Like allhorsestuff, I never doubt my God, but at times myself and then have to meditate on verses that remind me of being fearfully and wonderfully made, in His image.
Never in fear of judgement, an awareness of grace is an amazing thing, but definitely I want to always be with a repentant heart when it is needed and always striving to be better, to be a better example.
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Date: March 30, 2009
I do know what you mean when you say God is the essence of love. It was back in 1985, at the lowest point of my life when I felt so helpless and hopeless, that I personally experienced God’s unconditional love. I wrote in more detail about that experience and my relationship with God in my most recent ‘Amazing Journey, Amazing Grace’ post.
Blessings, dear Mountain Woman.
Date: March 30, 2009
I am saved by grace. Jesus blood shed on the cross covers all my sins. ALL of them..even the sins I haven’t commited yet. So some days are harder than others, but all days I pray..sometimes I think God must get tired of me..but I was baptized, and believe..so he is stuck with me:)
Date: March 30, 2009