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"Reflections of life is a time to rejuvenate the mind and soul and get
in touch with God's Spirit. Spiritual time is a time with God.
Many there are that are away from relating to the Spirit of God, for there may
be found peace and calm."
"It is conceivable that there are those that have been seriously misled by those
that insist on distorting and attempting to interpret the Divine "readings" through
the lens of worldly notions. It is clear, that many mean well with good intentions, though
being out of their element without Spiritual insight and/or Spiritual enlightenment."
'The Spiritual insight can mean discernment or understanding in the Bible. Although the
discernment is a consequence of understanding. Spiritual enlightenment is a state of being that can be
described as an awakening to the true nature of reality. It can also be described as a shift to a pure
consciousness, or a clear-sightedness that transcends ordinary experiences.'
'Spiritual discernment is the ability to perceive and understand Spiritual things that are not immediately obvious.
It involves paying attention to God's wisdom through scripture, nature, people, and events.
This ability is crucial and is attainable through personal time of quiet prayer with a Spiritual
Consciousness from within the depth of one's own self. Practice, discipline, and an honest hope or desire
to connect with God's Spirit. This can be achieved so long as one is not caught up in all the world's foolishness...
believe it and believe in one's own motivation of hope.'
"It should be duly noted what transpires when falseness, untruths, and deception
are aired on any social media platform, including Christian sites. The perpetrators
become untrustworthy and the intended personal agenda, whatever that may be, becomes
distasteful to the point of uselessness to the degree of "loathing" of the writers, as on
news media outlets with the intent to discredit the integrity of a person and/or any subject at hand."
' Honesty and integrity appear to be "old school" that has slipped away with time and the invention of
new words with an array of meanings, and too often for the purpose of arrogance, hate, contempt,
jealousy among other things the unseen airwaves bring about...being witnessed is great discord.'
'Commercialization of God also brings about separation and discord. These things have been
told would "come to pass."
"Spiritual apprehension of truths beyond the intellect" refers to the idea of directly knowing or understanding
profound truths through a spiritual connection, which cannot be fully grasped by the rational mind alone;
essentially, gaining insight through intuition or inner wisdom that transcends logical reasoning."
'Spiritual apprehension is a way of understanding or awareness that comes from the spirit, rather than
through scientific methods. It can also refer to a strong belief in God or a religious doctrine that is based
on spiritual apprehension, rather than proof.'
'Spiritual apprehension is defined as a calm and exalted thought that is at peace. Also defined as "to lay hold of with the understanding". Some say that people who apprehend spiritual things are calm, exalted, and strengthened,
and are not disturbed by demands.'
**In the Bible, perspicuity is the idea that the Bible's central message is clear and understandable,
and that the Bible can be interpreted literally. It's also known as the doctrine of the clarity of Scripture.
Perspicuity is a Protestant Christian belief that's been a cornerstone of evangelical belief since the Reformation.
It's an important interpretive principle for many evangelical Christians and is adhered to by the
Lutheran, Reformed, Anglican, and Methodist churches.
The doctrine of perspicuity states that the Bible's teachings on salvation are clear enough for anyone to understand.
However, it doesn't imply that people will automatically understand the Bible. Many adherents to this doctrine believe
people need the illumination of the Holy Spirit to understand the Bible's meaning.
The word perspicuity means "clarity" or "clearness" or "understandability.
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"It is conceivable that many proclaimed Christians are unjustly making
false claims for the sole purpose of attempting to fit into the 'Christian" atmosphere."
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"In times of unrest, uncertainty, doubt, and disturbing dialogue being presented,
often comes the time to reflect on truths to perhaps bring spiritual reality into focus."
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** 'Spiritual malaise may be defined as a very personal type of burnout that robs us of the energy we need to pursue our desired lifestyle. It’s not a grounded feeling or phenomenon, but rather a deep sense of uneasiness and frustration with daily life characterized by a lack of self-connection and engagement. It’s more ambiguous than depression and less fretful than anxiety. It does not declare itself or spread rapidly, it sits, like smog, degrading the oxygen around it. In one sense it’s the malaise of the modern age. With so many daily distractions, from cell phones to job competition, to family and relationship demands, we barely have enough time to consider the things that make life worthwhile.
'Adding to this malaise is the current governmental and geopolitical climate. At a time when anxiety is high and politics are at an all-time low, it’s hard not to feel the once greener grass has turned brown with pessimism. If you listen to the pundits you can get a sense of what we’re faced with daily; ecological destruction is at our doorstep, we’re ten years behind having any chance of combating global warming, tweets are the undoing of American democracy, Russian hacks will certainly “rig” the next election and if you’re not anxious enough just wait until they test your drinking water.'
'No wonder anxiety disorders are on the rise. To ward off the forces of destruction we go to yoga, take a mindfulness class, download Headspace, get back to nature, and squeeze as much gluten as we can out of our diet to stay ahead of the shit storm that awaits us. Yet we cannot get away from what ails us. We can’t yoga it out of us, we can’t sit quietly until it dissipates and we can’t find spiritual renewal in a book (though it never hurts to try). These pursuits are most beneficial when we use them to clear our minds, set our intentions, and form a better connection with ourselves. If only seen as activities that provide moments of temporary relief in our hectic day then our attempts to counteract the negative forces around us can be a spiritual escape as much as a solution.'
'This all sounds so dour, doesn’t it? That’s why a spiritual perspective is important. We must believe that what we’re doing in our lives is meaningful, no matter the external forces. We are our own barometer of what is good and bad for us. We don’t have to make a difference in the world to make a difference in our own lives. Some say that a personal difference can make a larger difference by being additive to the whole. That’s why the antidote to spiritual malaise isn’t necessarily bold action; it’s a more subtle consideration of the things that we are avoiding. It’s a subtle solution to a subtle problem with a big payoff. We must look the things that we feel are beyond the scope of our power squarely in the eye and say that it’s unacceptable. We can’t be lazy about it because spiritual malaise feeds on inactivity and resignation. The less we do the less we want to do. Even a small gesture of honesty and action can combat spiritual malaise.'
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**Inspiration and revelation are concepts often used in religious, artistic, and philosophical contexts, but they have distinct meanings:
Inspiration refers to the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially to create art, literature, or ideas. It often involves a sense of motivation or influence from external sources.
Context: In a creative context, an artist or writer may feel inspired by nature, personal experiences, or the works of others. In a religious context, inspiration can refer to the influence of the divine on individuals, leading them to express beliefs or truths, such as in the writing of sacred texts.
Nature: It is generally seen as a more subjective experience, where the individual interprets and channels their feelings or ideas into a creative output.
Revelation:
Definition: Revelation refers to the act of revealing or disclosing something that was previously hidden or unknown. It often involves a sudden insight or understanding that is perceived as coming from a divine or higher source.
Context: In religious contexts, revelation is often associated with the communication of divine truths or knowledge, such as the visions experienced by prophets or the teachings found in sacred texts. It is considered an authoritative disclosure of truth.
Nature: Revelation is typically viewed as objective and authoritative, signifying a direct communication from a higher power to humanity.
Summary:
Inspiration is about the creative process and personal motivation, often subjective and influenced by various sources.
Revelation is about the disclosure of divine truths, often seen as objective and authoritative.
Both concepts play significant roles in various fields, including religion, art, and philosophy, but they serve different purposes and carry different implications.
The following narrative is an explanation of these two from the standpoint of its use in the Word of God. This is not the current understanding of these terms as some explain.
Inspiration: from the old English it meant “in-breathing.” As relating to Biblical meaning it is something that is “inspired” when the words or deeds that we do are the result of God’s initiative or guidance. The words or actions originate from the Lord but the difference from our normal thoughts of inspiration is that the inspiration is spontaneous and in the moment. It is something done without prior thought of what to say or how you will do something. It just happens. It is a revelation from God given at the same time as it is being spoken or acted out. In my case, when I pray, I do not think of things to say ahead of time. I just go with what comes to me immediately. When I don’t get in the way with my thoughts, my prayer life is much better and I feel a better connection with the Lord. So, am I praying by inspiration? Yes.
Now, on revelation: basically, this is something revealed to us. Something new. I am still thinking in biblical terms and experiences here so it means something revealed by a spiritual source. It can come from several places: God, the Lord Jesus Christ, and angels or it can come even from demonic sources. One has to be seasoned in learning what is being revealed to you and from whom it is coming before acting on what you receive. It can even be a “sign” for you. Again, be very careful on this because I have seen too many people who are not learned in this realm and go off on tangents and get things wrong. Not every rock you turn up has a “sign” or a “word from God” under it. Demonic sources can give you a “spiritual revelation” that will misguide you.
'In the secular world the use of “revelation” occurs when someone learns something that helps them understand some aspect of life, but this is not the way revelation is used in the biblical context. Many times revelation is information that you could not know by the five senses or it may “open your eyes” to something you already knew but had forgotten. Or you never had thought of something in a certain way. That is God working by revelation “nudging” you and saying softly, “See? This is what I am talking about.”
'Both Inspiration and Revelation are big deals in the Christian walk and not all Christians handle it well because they don’t understand it and don’t use it in their daily lives. But this is how God talks and communes with us. When you “get into the grove” with an understanding and how they work your spiritual lives become much more active. When you get to this point you will find a thought in your brain that says, “So this is what the Word has been instructing all this time and I have missed out on the good parts!” The Christian life is very exciting when one learns to handle these two things.
**(this presentation is AI-assisted for the purpose of disclosing worldwide data
that is opening new concepts that are unreachable through human intelligence.
Be aware that modern-day 'Religions and/or Christianity ' are being infiltrated through the use
of AI and has the potential for irreversible harm to society, collectively and as a whole.)
'Struggling with faith is a normal part of growing and can involve having doubts or questions
about one's religion, values, or connection to humankind. It can feel devastating and undermine
confidence, but one can take steps to cope. Here are some things that can be done to cope with
struggling faith: Acknowledge your emotions, Reconnect with your spirituality, Practice gratitude, and Find social support.
'Guarding our hearts from a scriptural perspective means for us to be alert, through the power
of Christ within us, to what enters and dwells in our hearts. We need to be aware of what we say and do
because over time, our thoughts and actions shape the status of our hearts.
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