we have a friend at the proverbs office who works on our computers. when we have a problem, we call Asa. Asa is a man of few words, but when he speaks- it is sometimes profound. perhaps you know someone like that. we call Asa's catch phrases/one liners "Asaisms."
Paul has a way with words. he has a lot to say and he says it well. but sometimes, he just says something that makes me say, "self, i want to say that and mean it."
i identified some of Paul's "say and mean it" statements as "Paulisms." they are statements that grabbed my heart in today's readings:
did you identify and "Paulisms?"
Paul has a way with words. he has a lot to say and he says it well. but sometimes, he just says something that makes me say, "self, i want to say that and mean it."
i identified some of Paul's "say and mean it" statements as "Paulisms." they are statements that grabbed my heart in today's readings:
- "and i am praying that you will put into action the generosity that comes from your faith as you understand and experience all the good things we have in Christ." ~philemon 1:6
- "i am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns." ~philippians 1:6
- "and i trust that my life will bring honor to Christ, whether i live or die." ~philippians 1:20
- "for to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better." ~philippians 1:21
- "for you [i] have the privilege of not only trusting in Christ, but also the privilege of suffering for Him." ~philippians 1:29
- "don't try to impress others." ~philippians 2:3
- "don't look out only for your interests, but take an interest in others too." ~philippians 2:4
did you identify and "Paulisms?"
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Another great challenge Wendy! I did find some Paulisms:
I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding. (Philippians 1:9)
Above all, you must live as citizens of heaven, (Philippians 1:27)
For I fully expect and hope that I will never be ashamed, but that I will continue to be bold for Christ, (Philippians 1:20)
And my favorite (though not necessarily short):
9 Therefore, God elevated him to the place of highest honor
and gave him the name above all other names,
10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
11 and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,
to the glory of God the Father. (Philippians 2:9-11)
I am waiting in "confident hope" that all off these Paulisms come true! Some I need to work on, some I can only pray about.
This has been a powerful week in the Word of God! Lori's church is reading the whole Bible next year, Joy and Brandee touched many lives with their ministry, Wendy's blog has grown in the number of posting followers, all of whom have enriched me! It is wonderful to see! The Advent season is being lived out here; I see the Way being prepared!
Have a good day everyone!
Karen, Basel
I just want to add one more, and I'm going to quote it from the NIV, "...consider others..." Philippians 2:3
Yesterday was a day filled with prayer requests. Big requests. Demanding needs. Hurt. Pain. Loss. Confusion. Hope deferred. Heartache. Tears. Questions.
Hearing of circumstances and situations that others are currently facing gave me a fresh dose of perspective. I have recently had my eyes selfishly fixed on me, myself and I. Fear has blocked my view and kept me self-centered instead of ministering to others. I have been so consumed with my own anxieties that I have missed opportunities to show compassion and genuine concern to others. I have now turned the magnifying glass from my heart and I'm looking into the eyes of others. Coming along side their suffering. Shedding a tear with them. Listening. Embracing.
It took a completely selfless prayer request from a special friend to grab my attention. Father forgive me for the many times I've neglected those so dear to me and been more concerned about my own interests. Lord teach me how to reach out with Your love.
For Him,
Joy
Morning Wendy and Sisters,
I marked all these that you ladies have said this morning. Going back to yesterday's reading some of the Paulisms in there I noticed as well were:
Let your roots grown down into him, and let your lives be built on him. (Colossians 2:7)
Think about the things of heaven, not the things of earth. (Colossians 3:2)
Clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. (Colossians 3:12)
And always be thankful. (Colossians 3:15)
One thing too that grabbed my attention in today's reading was Paul "hearing" about Philemon's faith in the Lord Jesus and his love for all of God's people (Philemon 1:5). In verses 4-7 Paul talks about Philemon and his ministry and how much he loves others. His talk was not just talk, he walked the walk and others took notice. Lord, may it be true of me. May others know I follow You because of my kindness, love and my faith in You. His life pointed others to Christ, that is the way I desire to live as well. That my life will bring Him honor (Philippians 1:20).
Blessings and prayers your way today sisters,
Brandee, TN
Yea, Wendy. I love this term, "Paulisms."
One that really stood out for me today was,... "Don't be intimidated in any way by your enemies. This will be a sign to them that they are going to be destroyed, but that you are going to be saved, even by God himself" Phil 1:28
Now, I am going back to underline the ones I missed! Thanks, Wendy.
*"for it is God who *works in you to *will and to act according to his good purpose." Philippians 2:13
His *will, -what is in God's mind and what he intends to do...
who *works,- to put forth the power to display
This is how we shine His glory! Doing your will throughout our day with that power you've placed in us! We can't do anything in our self, but we can do all things through you!
and, i've got one more: :)
"loving one another," Phil 2:2
doesn't that about say it all!
Loving each one of you right now!
Peace and love today dear friends,
Lori - AZ
Thanks Wendy and Sisters, by the time I got here this morning looks like you have pretty well covered them, however I will be looking for more.
Have a great day everyone!
Lynn - OR
Brandee, I love what you wrote about Paul "hearing" of Philemon's faith.
I wonder if I'm living my life in such a way that someone is hearing about my faith today? Is my life giving testimony without my words?
Just wondering,
Joy
Yes, Joy & Brandee...I was thinking more about this...To truly live by imitating Christ's humility. I love this section in the N.T. Phil. Chapter 2: 1-11. Living like Jesus Christ did in the flesh while He was here on earth.
*tender heart
*compassionate
agreeing wholeheartedly
*loving one another
*working together
*one mind - one purpose
*not selfish
*not trying to impress others
*humble
*thinking of others -as better
*not looking at your own interests
*taking an interest in others
*taking up the position of a slave
*obedient to God
I seek to be filled with God's Spirit, walking today victoriously in Him, Him coming out of me for others to see. Christ in me, the hope of Glory!
Oh, that people would knock on my door, and say, "I've heard you know about Jesus. Can you tell me about him?" Not that people would talk about my works, but that they would talk about, "that lady that knows Jesus!" Ahhh, I want that so bad! I want His Glory blinding those around me. I want to love like He did. I want to seek others' needs not my own. Only through You, dear Lord is this possible. I can do all things through You. Lord, keep me in your perfect will today. Lord, may I please you today in everything I do. May I stop frequently to thank you, praise you, and see your goodness in everything around me. I love you with all of my heart, dear Lord.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Lori - AZ
May you always be filled with the fruit of your salvation Philippians 1:11
...you will have even more reason to take pride in Christ Jesus because of what he is doing through me. v 26
For you have been given not only the privilege of trusting in Christ but also the privilege of suffering for him. v29
Be humble, thinking of others as better than yourselves. Philippians 2:3
And those which make me think of all of you(!)~
~for your kindness has often refreshed the hearts of God's people. Philemon 1:7
~Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God Philippians 1:3
Another great exercise, Wendy - Thank You! In addition, I now have another phrase of yours to coin...Paulisms. It's right up there with holy goosebumps and godincidences. :)
The energy from this blog is palpable of late! What a miracle God is working in all of us and through all of us.
You are all so, so special.
Blessings today,
Liz
AK
Greetings!
Thanks for the Paulisms, Wendy. Those are really good. Will keep my eyes open for more tonight.
Well, my best intentions of last night did not quite come to fruition. I helped my son finish up his book report chain. Also finished the Treasure box for the family I requested prayer for - Alicia and her son, Benjamin - the one with the malignant brain tumor. I added some gift cards and Charles Swindoll's book, Encouragement for Life. Stayed up way too late but I didn't want to put it off and talk myself out of it (Holy Spirit - 1; Procrastination - 0). I just need to drop it off at school when I pick up my son.
Today's reading made me laugh out loud at Paul's play on words in Philemon 1:11. "Onesimus hasn’t been of much use to you in the past, but now he is very useful to both of us." The footnote says Onesimus means useful. I like getting a glimpse of Paul's sense of humor. I have always pictured him stern for some reason. It shows us that Christians do not have to be serious all the time. I remember hearing Joyce Meyer say once, "If you're saved, don't forget to tell your face about it" - or something to that effect. Let the world see our joy!
What also grabbed me was Philemon 1:19b "... And I won’t mention that you owe me your very soul!" Ok. How can you say no to that? There is Paul being assertive. See, I need this in my life because most of the time I do not want to rock the boat. It seems un-Christian-like but there are times when we need to be blunt (in a loving manner) to further the work of the Kingdom.
Here is my favorite, though, Philippians 1:20b "And I trust that my life will bring honor to Christ, whether I live or die." At the end of the day, this is all that really matters, right?
Have a great day, ladies!
My favorite Paulism from today's reading:
"Don't be selfish; don't try to impress others. Be humble, thinking of others better than yourselves." Phil. 2:3
Blessings, ladies,
Krista
"Paulisms," so many to be underlined!
A favorite: Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.
Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done....
Amen Paul! Amen!:)
Love the insight you ladies share....Blessings
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