"Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now,
not only as in my presence but much more in my absence,
work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,
for it is God who works in you,
both to will and to work for his good pleasure."
Philippians 2:12-13
As part of the recent discussion + thinking about "the spiritual discipline: quiet time" I wanted to ask for your thoughts. After all, "Dialogue is a neglected spiritual discipline. It should be ranked and relished on equal standing with prayer, Bible study, solitude, meditation, and all such timelessly healthy habits. It is shared meditation - with the bracing benefit of extra minds and a slew of thoughts we would have never thought of by ourselves." EGM
I need the help of your mind and thoughts! What do you think Philippians 2:12-13 means? What is it saying/teaching/asking/not-saying? How is it "applied" or "lived out"? The context surrounding it obviously matters (like any scripture)... so what do you think or believe?
I genuinely, truly want your dialogue in this! Pwetty pwease?
Christians have something they must begin to do upon conversion and for the rest of their lives. Their lives involve "works”— doing something. Christians must apply effort to persevere through tests and overcome. In John 5:17, Christ said "My Father worketh hitherto, and I work”. God’s way of life is one of productivity, growth and exciting challenges.
ReplyDeleteAs is mentioned in Peter, we must give DILIGENCE to our calling and make it sure. Effort. Persistence. Growth. WORK