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Steps in sanctificatiuon
The first step in sanctification is to KNOW we have eternal life. This is the basis of our whole christian life. As John said, if it is the fact we KNOW this, that allows us to CONTINUE to believe in his name, Even in the bad time. Even when we stumble. Even when we struggle. Which we will.
It is this knowledge which allows us to be like paul. Allows us to consider even the most horrific pain as momentary light afflictions. And it is what enables us to love our enemies and those who are against us. It also allows us to forgive others.
This knowledge (our position in christ) is the most important true a believer will take. There are times when we lose faiht in this. When we will struggle. And our flesh and satan want to make sure we do not understand this, because of what it can do to us.
the second step is to get in tough with a more mature believer, One who you trust. One who you are not afraid to be open with in all areas. This relationship allows one on one teaching, as well as prevents you from trying to do it all on your own, Hiding sin issues, and never finding healing. If you can not feel you can confess all yoru sins to that person. Then you need to find someone you can
the third step is to get into a local body. A group of believers where you can be part of a community, Find a community who focuses on relationships. Fellowship. Loves to break bread (eat together) believes in prayer a main part of your body life (personal and public) and of course s sound in biblical teaching.
the fourth step is to learn to love, Take steps of faith. learn that God can be trusted. Learn that you can stop trusting in self (the root cause of sin) and start to serve and love others. In doing this, learn the fruits of the spirit. The more you do this, the more you realise Gods way is more blessed. And the more you realize, every time you do it yourself you crash and burn.
Finally, Person devotions and prayer. Spending time alone with God in his word and in prayer. God wants to have a relationship with you, this takes personal time. You would not tell your wife you will see her wed night and sunday.
Finally. Sacrifice you needs, realize God will take care of your needs through others or himself. The more you do this, the more you realize. God does do what he promises.
The first step in sanctification is to KNOW we have eternal life. This is the basis of our whole christian life. As John said, if it is the fact we KNOW this, that allows us to CONTINUE to believe in his name, Even in the bad time. Even when we stumble. Even when we struggle. Which we will.
It is this knowledge which allows us to be like paul. Allows us to consider even the most horrific pain as momentary light afflictions. And it is what enables us to love our enemies and those who are against us. It also allows us to forgive others.
This knowledge (our position in christ) is the most important true a believer will take. There are times when we lose faiht in this. When we will struggle. And our flesh and satan want to make sure we do not understand this, because of what it can do to us.
the second step is to get in tough with a more mature believer, One who you trust. One who you are not afraid to be open with in all areas. This relationship allows one on one teaching, as well as prevents you from trying to do it all on your own, Hiding sin issues, and never finding healing. If you can not feel you can confess all yoru sins to that person. Then you need to find someone you can
the third step is to get into a local body. A group of believers where you can be part of a community, Find a community who focuses on relationships. Fellowship. Loves to break bread (eat together) believes in prayer a main part of your body life (personal and public) and of course s sound in biblical teaching.
the fourth step is to learn to love, Take steps of faith. learn that God can be trusted. Learn that you can stop trusting in self (the root cause of sin) and start to serve and love others. In doing this, learn the fruits of the spirit. The more you do this, the more you realise Gods way is more blessed. And the more you realize, every time you do it yourself you crash and burn.
Finally, Person devotions and prayer. Spending time alone with God in his word and in prayer. God wants to have a relationship with you, this takes personal time. You would not tell your wife you will see her wed night and sunday.
Finally. Sacrifice you needs, realize God will take care of your needs through others or himself. The more you do this, the more you realize. God does do what he promises.
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