tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post8498813088778895335..comments2023-06-01T09:05:27.592-05:00Comments on Covered By His Hand: Everything Old is New Again - Part OneBethany W.http://www.blogger.com/profile/05849311381535204559noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-78755638829058512172011-10-31T11:41:54.695-05:002011-10-31T11:41:54.695-05:00Lexie,
Thanks for commenting. I know just how you ...Lexie,<br />Thanks for commenting. I know just how you feel. I am glad that you are now free to "call on Jesus!"<br /><br />BethanyBethany W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05849311381535204559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-2888505837136240112011-10-31T02:57:29.079-05:002011-10-31T02:57:29.079-05:00I came across your story and had to comment I too ...I came across your story and had to comment I too got mixed up in the whole "torah observant" mess and I was honestly so depressed and isolated that it was a miserable dark time for me to look back on. I was so caught up in the "rules" that I was driving myself crazy. I thankfully have left it behind, but it seems to be spreading especially in the blog world since reading blogs is how I got sucked into the whole thing in the first place. I thankfully have reconciled with God and I am proud to call on Jesus as my savior.Alexis Jacobsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06431747632536838994noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-71902888505079384842010-10-07T13:12:32.856-05:002010-10-07T13:12:32.856-05:00Hi, Bethany!
Yes, I realized after my last commen...Hi, Bethany!<br /><br />Yes, I realized after my last comment that there were four more parts to read! I agree with what you quoted directly from the mouth of Messiah. Nothing is greater than to love Him with all our beings, and to love our neighbor as ourself. (Yes, one must love theirself, and in correct proportion to properly love others)<br /><br />Lately, I've been pondering His commandments, and what some consider His. I realized He never wanted us to be burdened by man-made laws. The fact is that man's laws are to much to bear. Only that Him who's laws are written on our hearts are of an easy yoke. And because we are His children doing His will bring pleasure to our hearts. <br /><br />The pressure of the world is powerful so we must be diligent in seeking Him with all of our hearts. <br /><br />In His love,<br />SarinaSarinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04980257340607304065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-33462795224861569002010-10-04T08:34:30.970-05:002010-10-04T08:34:30.970-05:00Sarina,
I am not advocating lawlessness. Did you ...Sarina,<br /><br />I am not advocating lawlessness. Did you read the other posts in the series? They are more thorough and I believe they address your concerns.<br /><br />BethanyBethany W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05849311381535204559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-60851440030156176642010-10-03T09:55:45.417-05:002010-10-03T09:55:45.417-05:00Bethany,
Thank you very much for taking the time ...Bethany,<br /><br />Thank you very much for taking the time to respond. If I may say a little more on this subject, I sincerely hope not to offend you.<br /><br />You are absolutely right about the need to read the bible in it's entirety. For one to learn the Hebraic roots of Christianity they need not look further than the Old Testament. <br /><br />Some of the laws of the torah such as the sanitation and dietary were concerning health and longevity. These laws had nothing to do with earning salvation. Futhermore, God tells Israel to follow his commands so that their days may be prolonged.<br /> <br />Deut 6:2 That thou mightest fear the LORD thy God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command thee, thou, and thy son, and thy son's son, all the days of thy life; and that thy days may be prolonged.<br />(KJV)<br /><br />I think the concept of grace is somewhat confusing. A tree is known by its fruits. Also, anyone who says we no longer have commandments is speaking contrary to the scriptures. <br /><br />James 2:14 What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?<br />(KJV)<br /><br />John 15:10 If ye keep my commandments, ye shall abide in my love; even as I have kept my Father's commandments, and abide in his love.<br />(KJV)<br /><br />Rev 22:14 Blessed are they that do his commandments, that they may have right to the tree of life, and may enter in through the gates into the city.<br />(KJV)<br /><br />Also, the apostles were still keeping the Lord's feasts in the New Testament. See Acts 2, Acts 18:21, 1 Cor 5:8, Acts 20:6, Col 2:16, etc. In regards to the Sabbath see Hebrew 4.<br /><br />I write these things to you as a fellow student in The Way, seeking truth and understanding. May you be truly blessed in your walk with HIM.<br /><br />~SarinaSarinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04980257340607304065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-42700869848273345192010-09-30T13:34:57.817-05:002010-09-30T13:34:57.817-05:00Sarina,
Thank you for your thoughtful comments. Yo...Sarina,<br />Thank you for your thoughtful comments. You make some very good points.<br /><br />You said that "the Torah in modern day is impossible to keep." That is true, but we need to point out that it was <i>always</i> impossible to keep. That is why we need Jesus. The only person who has ever/will ever keep the Law perfectly.<br /><br />You also said that the seventh day is the Sabbath. My husband and I see this much like you do. <br /><br />Where I disagree a little with you is your statements about studying Hebrew roots. You are absolutely right that Jesus took on a Hebrew body, and lived as a Jew. Thank God for that! By His perfect keeping of the Law we have freedom! BUT, I think that if I had just read the the <i>entire</i> Bible more (early on in my Christianity) rather than avoiding it, I would have found the answers to my questions. A Christian (or a lost person) needs to look no farther than the Bible itself to see the importance of the Law and the perfect Law-Keeper (Jesus). Books, articles and sermons can be helpful. They can also be dangerous. Who would have thought that a simple nutrition book would so rock my world?!<br /><br />And, you are absolutely right that many people are in bondage to man-made traditions and rules! I agree that many Christians are caught up in legalism. Let me define what I think legalism is: a work that man does to try to earn salvation, or at the very least to feel assurance of his/her salvation. Unfortunately, I think most Christians (myself included) fall prey to this in some area or another.<br /><br />What I am warning against, is the mentality that believes in Jesus for salvation AND their own good works. I will never forget what my father said to me, when I told him that we were studying Torah Keeping. He said, "You show me someone who is keeping the Torah and I will show you someone who believes in works righteousness." I was very angry at the time, and thought he was off-base. But, looking back, he was absolutely right! <br /><br />Would I tell someone not to inquire about Christianity because of all the legalistic sects? No. BUT, I would give them a sound warning and tell them of my own experience and short comings. And, that is exactly what I was trying to do with this series here.<br /><br />Thanks again for your comment.<br />BethanyBethany W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05849311381535204559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-42678743221394478912010-09-30T12:11:10.111-05:002010-09-30T12:11:10.111-05:00Hi, Bethany!
I have had some experience in this ar...Hi, Bethany!<br />I have had some experience in this area of legalism that you speak of. The fact is that the torah in modern day is impossible to keep. I personally believe it was written for the nation of Israel during the time period they were to keep it. The seventh day truly is the Sabbath. However, the Sabbath was made for man and not man for the Sabbath. The Hebraic roots of Christianity and that our Messiah was born a Hebrew are facts that cannot be denied. I think it necessary to inquire of these Hebraic roots to "study and show yourself approved." Just because there are people that use the movement to impose legalism doesn't mean it's foundation didn't begin in truth. There are thousands of denominations within Christianity. Inside many of them you will find legalism, cults, dogma, and endless man-made tradions. Would you tell someone not to inquire about Christianity because they many encounter one of these? The truth is there for those he seek with all of their hearts. <br /><br />Blessings to you and your family!<br /><br />Sincerely,<br />SarinaSarinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04980257340607304065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3667923606438454545.post-28786332230796281802010-09-22T22:57:20.843-05:002010-09-22T22:57:20.843-05:00Thank you for your honesty.
StephanieThank you for your honesty.<br /><br />StephanieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com