At it's core essence, Christianity is about relationship. But instead the church today is full of debate. Bitter feuds. Dissension. Is it sovereignty or free choice? Is it grace only or Lordship? is it Calvin or Hobbes? And from our differing camps we send out our favorite theologian and cheer them into battle.
Yet I continue to wonder where is the relationship that Christianity espouses? As 'believers' do we actually believe we can enter into relevant relationship with Christ. Or is that simply rhetoric and silly cliché?
Have we considered the possibility that we might be missing out on the reality of close intimate fellowship with God because of our "beliefs"? Could being a believer be less about what and more about knowing who we believe? I'm not saying it is completely. Saying that can lead to wrong conclusions. However, I am saying that we tend to hide behind our beliefs and debates — fig leaves which cover a seriously lacking intimacy with an unseen God.
But a deep abiding relationship with Christ is available and offered to everyone who seeks Him. Don't miss out! Don't allow your theology to keep Him distant and uninvolved. Search the scriptures — not to add proof texts to a pet theology, but to find Him. To those who truly seek Him, the scriptures promise that you will. How exciting, and fulfilling is that?
In His presence there is fullness of joy.
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3 comments:
A good reminder Matt!
Why is relevant relationship missing in Christianity? I suggest that it's because we don't really understand what relationship is and we're not really willing to invest the time in the relationship that matters the most. It involves accountability, disclosure, dependence, vulnerability, trust and a whole lot of grace (all those scary words in one sentence). There is a lot of talking about relationship and not enough doing.
The other question is where do we look for a model of a good relationship? I would suggest a lot of that is influenced by our observation of our parents - humbling thought, isn't it? Those little, impressionable eyes now looking at US. Do I give my spouse my full, undivided attention during conversation? Do my actions show that I respect her?
Tag... you're it Matt... 10 reasons why you blog. And then tag someone else. It's harder than you might think!
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