Liz Posted September 27, 2016 Posted September 27, 2016 This Sabbath we are having a guest speaker, he has requested that that Sabbath be designated to be prayer and fasting day. Because he is a guest speaker, our hospitality ladies have organized a potluck. I am not kidding. Outta Here 1 Quote For what will a man be profited, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his soul? Mat. 16:26Please, support the JDRF and help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Please, support the March of Dimes.
LifeHiscost Posted September 27, 2016 Posted September 27, 2016 27 minutes ago, Liz said: This Sabbath we are having a guest speaker, he has requested that that Sabbath be designated to be prayer and fasting day. Because he is a guest speaker, our hospitality ladies have organized a potluck. I am not kidding. But then again I didn't have to prepare the dinner. God is Love !~Jesus saves! Quote Lift Jesus up!!
Moderators Gregory Matthews Posted September 27, 2016 Moderators Posted September 27, 2016 Did your guest speaker say that he would pray and fast on Sabbath? Or, is he only asking that congregational members pray and fast? You know that there is an ancient monastic tradition in Christianity. Perhaps your speaker intends to enjoy the food alone, in silent mediation? At this point in time, I do not consider this to be a cause of major concern. However, be aware that if he suggests that he plans to, or suggests that others, follow the example of Simeon Stylites who died in 459 AD, That should be a cause of concern. So, you may want to be prepared. Liz 1 Quote Gregory
Liz Posted September 28, 2016 Author Posted September 28, 2016 On 9/27/2016 at 8:51 AM, Gregory Matthews said: At this point in time, I do not consider this to be a cause of major concern. However, be aware that if he suggests that he plans to, or suggests that others, follow the example of Simeon Stylites who died in 459 AD, That should be a cause of concern. So, you may want to be prepared. I always learn the most interesting things from you. I had never heard of Simeon Stylites so I had to look him up. Interesting read, especially since he seemed pretty fanatical and yet he preached about not getting too caught up and allowing yourself to get fanatical. And no, I'm fairly certain that isn't going to happen to us on Sabbath. Quote For what will a man be profited, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his soul? Mat. 16:26Please, support the JDRF and help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Please, support the March of Dimes.
Administrators Gail Posted September 28, 2016 Administrators Posted September 28, 2016 Simeon (I thought it was Simon...) Stylites- isn't he the guy who sat way up on a pole for a LONG time? Quote Isaiah 32:17 And the work of righteousness shall be peace; and the effect of righteousness quietness and assurance for ever.
Moderators Gregory Matthews Posted September 29, 2016 Moderators Posted September 29, 2016 A very long time. Quote Gregory
GayatfootofCross Posted September 30, 2016 Posted September 30, 2016 One of the best things about Sabbath Feedings at Church is eating someone else's cooking. And they love my food too! A Love Fest on both sides! phkrause and Liz 2 Quote For all Eternity God waited in anticipation for You to show up to give You a Message - YOUR INCLUDED !!! { a merry dance }?️? " If you tarry 'til you're better You will never come at all " .. "I Will Rise" by the late great saved Glen Campbell If your picture of God is starting to feel too good to be true, you're starting to move in the right direction. "My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep; the more I give to thee, The more I have, for both are infinite." Romeo and Juliet
ChildofChrist Posted October 1, 2016 Posted October 1, 2016 There are some that need to eat. Children, the elderly and diabetics. A lot of us adults can probably get by without having a meal it they are prepared to do so. But I know that in some churches, Sabbath fellowship is the best well rounded meal due to finances. At the church I am currently attending, they have a food pantry, and they also have a meal prepared for the recipients . Personally, if there is to be a fellowship dinner, I will leave the house without breakfast. GayatfootofCross, phkrause and LifeHiscost 3 Quote Wakan Tanka Kici Un ~~Child of Christ~~
GayatfootofCross Posted October 1, 2016 Posted October 1, 2016 4 hours ago, ChildofChrist said: There are some that need to eat. Children, the elderly and diabetics. A lot of us adults can probably get by without having a meal it they are prepared to do so. But I know that in some churches, Sabbath fellowship is the best well rounded meal due to finances. At the church I am currently attending, they have a food pantry, and they also have a meal prepared for the recipients . Personally, if there is to be a fellowship dinner, I will leave the house without breakfast. I must say at the OP my first initial reaction was the man is about control and put off by it. Some people can fast at a drop of a hat announcement..others uhh not so much. If the announcement was before the Sabbath or somehow grapevined it would be more respectful. This is so ridiculous and awkward...fasting cause He is speaking? Not inspiring others to Fast with him in Sermon just giving a request at the beginning? Moved by GOD? who knows Nice thing is when people see things as they really are they are.. not their to take requests like some Wedding DJ But to go on as planned for people opting out of his suggestion It wasn't a COMMAND after all. But alas peer church pressure can be very persuasive altogether voiding God's character of not lording over peoples own spiritual walk and the most personal decisions. If that the case- put in some ear buds ..it can get worse in whatever else comes out of his mouth # another stranger delusional of his place in others lives? Quote For all Eternity God waited in anticipation for You to show up to give You a Message - YOUR INCLUDED !!! { a merry dance }?️? " If you tarry 'til you're better You will never come at all " .. "I Will Rise" by the late great saved Glen Campbell If your picture of God is starting to feel too good to be true, you're starting to move in the right direction. "My bounty is as boundless as the sea, My love as deep; the more I give to thee, The more I have, for both are infinite." Romeo and Juliet
Liz Posted October 2, 2016 Author Posted October 2, 2016 I was just enjoying the irony of the situation, I didn't put much thought into it as some of y'all did. I'm guessing it all went well, we didn't stay for the second service. GayatfootofCross 1 Quote For what will a man be profited, if he gains the whole world, and forfeits his soul? Mat. 16:26Please, support the JDRF and help find a cure for Type 1 Diabetes. Please, support the March of Dimes.
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