The unlived life is not worth examining. (JAS) Just Another Sinner
The unlived life is not worth examining. (JAS) Just Another Sinner
And you can count me among these people.Hello justanothersinner;
God bless you and thank you for sharing. Please elaborate your statement.
For many years I've ministered to men and women who confessed their "unlived life" and upon examining they wanted to have a renewed, fulfilled life with Jesus Christ. Many have confessed and repented of their sins and asked Jesus into their lives.
Others take longer because of their circumstances - women and men released from prison, drug and alcohol dependency, corrupt business living, loss of respect for human life, sexual immorality with oneself or their marriages, etc...These are my friends and now my brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus.
99% of them rejoice at making the greatest decision of their life because they took the time to work through examining their unlived life and learning that our God can forgive all circumstances to each of us who have sinned and fallen short of His glory.
1 John 1:9, 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
I have read and heard this verse over and over, yet each day I still take this passage very serious. In my personal story, God is still bigger. God is still greater that anything I have gone through in my sinful life. Everytime, Jesus WINS!
God bless you, justanothersinner and your family.
justanothersinnerbobinfaith
Ok and first may I say it is hard to match the level of respect and good manners you (and other moderators) show in your posts. I tend to be quite blunt sometimes . hope that doesn't bother you.
the unexamined life is not worth living (Socrates)
the unlived life is not worth examining (JAS)
I like to tweak famous quotes like this because they become tired and cliched. Of course I agree with Socrates. We need to reflect on our lives, otherwise we are just leading animalistic lives not aiming for a higher self. We need to search and find discipline and of course in the context of this forum we need to find Jesus Christ or let Him find us. Then everything else should fall into place.
On the other hand, there are some of us (me included) who spend more of their life reflecting than living. Who possibly stay at home too much, living vicariously online. Who need to get out more and socialise and connect in the real world. Who either need to get involved in volunteering at Church or with some charity or in some other capacity. Too many of us become slaves to technology. Last week, my wifi modem collapsed. it took 3 days to replace. I was lost without being online. How sad is that. That I am so addicted to the Internet.
Is praying reflecting? Sometimes I think it is. Some say you cant pray enough. What do you think of those monks who devote their lives to prayer? Do they need to "get a life"? Who am I to judge. I envy them sometimes. I think it is a harder life than what appears on the surface.
At any rate, we all need to get out of the house. Live life to the full. Of course, we can ask "what does that mean? Live life to the full" It mainly means work and sacrifice. We need to avoid addictions like alcohol perhaps. Though I get a sense that Jesus and the apostles enjoyed a wine now and then.
My purpose in making this quote was to promote discussion anyway. Sorry I should have elaborated in the first place.
I find it useful to reflect in writing. I keep a journal and often find it helpful to write out my thoughts and, basically, engage in a conversation with myself.Some of us need to reflect more. But some just need to go out and live more.
ive always found it helpful to write out my thoughts. Yet i have been accused " JAS, you think too much. Just do it!"I find it useful to reflect in writing. I keep a journal and often find it helpful to write out my thoughts and, basically, engage in a conversation with myself.
bobinfaith
Ok and first may I say it is hard to match the level of respect and good manners you (and other moderators) show in your posts. I tend to be quite blunt sometimes . hope that doesn't bother you.
the unexamined life is not worth living (Socrates)
the unlived life is not worth examining (JAS)
The Prodigal Son story might be relevant here Though I dont want to confuse. The son who chooses to go out and live a decadent life. Might that phase of his life be a necessary step towards spiritual maturity? Ok so we dont all need to go through that. Look at the other brother. The one who stayed home. He was loyal and hardworking for his Father. Yet he was resentful of the welcome his brother received. Might he need to go through a similar phase as the brother in order to have compassion for sinners like him? Might the resentfil brother need to get out of the house and "live life to the full" ?
You sound like the ideal family man Ray plus you've held a stable job all your life to support the family. My work life is an embarrassment by comparison.justanothersinner
Reflection is what brought be back to Christ, but it is not always a pleasant time. I’ve enjoyed a good life and took almost all my blessings for granted. Funny how, in times of hardship, blessing become more obvious.
As I get older, and I realize my road ahead is shorter than the road behind, it’s difficult not to think of missed opportunities or “things” I could have done better (or maybe even different).
I lived out one full career that I retired from several years ago. I am enjoying a second career, but that one is basically intended to get me to social security. Our five kids are now adults and we have an equal number of grandkids. At present, and for the foreseeable future, one of the kids (as well as his wife and two kids) are living with us, so the house is back to being a zoo (which I like).
I honestly have never been much for leaving the house. I too spend way too much time in front of this screen and not enough away from it. I guess I need a life too.
justanothersinner,You sound like the ideal family man Ray plus you've held a stable job all your life to support the family. My work life is an embarrassment by comparison.
I too am a pit surprised that, taking into account how many members we have, it appears that only a few actually engage. Regardless, when I really needed guidance and prayers, these "few" came to my rescue and I am eternally grateful for that.There is definitely a good vibe on this forum. A holy Spirit vibe I suspect though these things are hard to prove. I feel privileged to be on here and cant believe the forum is not more popular. All credit to you people running the show. Well done!
There is definitely a good vibe on this forum. A holy Spirit vibe I suspect though these things are hard to prove. I feel privileged to be on here and cant believe the forum is not more popular. All credit to you people running the show. Well done!
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the unexamined life is not worth living (Socrates)
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the unlived life is not worth examining (JAS)
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We need to search and find discipline and of course in the context of this forum we need to find Jesus Christ or let Him find us. Then everything else should fall into place.
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At any rate, we all need to get out of the house. Live life to the full. ...
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My purpose in making this quote was to promote discussion anyway. Sorry I should have elaborated in the first place.