if you haven't read "missing the forest for the trees" disregard this... and if you haven't read it yet, but read it later..please come back and do read this one *grin* (wordiness is a flaw of mine!)
i just want to say i don't hate theology or theologians before i get accused of that. so please don't comment and say that. i just theology should be put in its proper place...not as scientific fact, whatever that is. i don't think people who think they can explain spiritual and Biblical mysteries beyond a shadow of doubt and outline the Bible like a giant textbook..well i don't think they should be trusted. i trust the honest experiences of a humble journey-er who says like so many in the Bible "only you O Lord, know" (Ezekiel, valley of dry bones..i think ch. 34) I prefer the broken beggar who only knows he was healed to the Pharisees who had it all figured out. Maybe they were right, but it didn't matter. Lots of theologians might be right, i sure don't claim to know one way or the other, but I wonder if it matters? All I know is I have been more moved by Anne Lamott's colorful memoirs of her experiences with God than any commentary i have ever read. I know that one of my sweetest times with the Lord was sitting on a campfire bench in the middle of a hot morning and feeling the breeze pour over me. I know driving through a rough part of town, i looked at the old stately homes marred by poverty and drugs and He spoke to me about His love for restoration. I think the 'study of God' should take a backseat to the experience of Him.
okay,..I am determined to keep this one short.
I love you all.
Sunday, July 10, 2005
a defense...
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Kate,
I enjoy reading like many others and I have to admit that your last post left a bad taste in my mouth however I see more of what you meant in this last post. There are so many out there who talk a lot about God and even know a lot about Him but don't experience Him. Unfortunately, I know I can be like (even come across like) that guy. If we aren't reading the Bible and experiencing God then we aren't reading it properly.
Not to over-analyze your words but what do you mean when you say "I think the 'study of God' should take a backseat to the experience of Him"? It just seems like they should never be separated. But I think I know what you mean- there are a lot of 'brainy' people out there that aren't experiencing Him. Is that it?
Maybe my blog was one of those blogs you read and were sad over, if that's the case, I'm sorry. However, my study is very important to me- and I love to read commentaries, contemporary books, and even the most recent theological debate BUT only for edification of the body of Christ and not for debate or selfish gain. If I can't experience God in knowing him then I fear what I might ‘experience’ God with.
I’d love to hear more thoughts on this because I’ve seen a similar tone in a lot of your posts.
Nick,
Saw the pics of your house...she looks b-e-a-u-tiful! I hope she sells quickly for you guys..altohugh I am sure it must be sad leaving...
I will respond and clarify a little better in a day or two. life is nuts. thanks for taking the time to respond...taking the time to read- mine are always so long. anyway...your blog wasn't among those that made me sad, just to let you know. i enjoy yours..i liked hearing about cornerstone and the story of your new friend...
more later...hug that wife of yours for me...
kate
hi lori...what radio station do you work at? i traveled with my sis for a time, so i have met lots of people in radio...wonder if we've met?
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