Men’s Reasoning vs. the Word of God

The following is a series addressing the serious issue of men following their own precepts and commands instead of God’s Word.  We need to know God’s Word so that we can “walk in the light as He is in the light (1 John 1:7)” and be sure that we know Him and His Son (1 John 2:3-6).   You may leave a comment or question below; I plan to have an e-mail address for you later.

1 John 1:5-9       RSV
5 This is the message we have heard from him and proclaim to you, that God is light, and in him is no darkness at all. 6 If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not live according to the truth; 7 but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin. 8 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just, and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

 1 John 2:1-6      RSV
My little children, I am writing this to you so that you may not sin; but if any one does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous; 2 and he is the expiation for our sins, and not for ours only but also for the sins of the whole world.
3 And by this we may be sure that we know him, if we keep his commandments. 4 He who says “I know him” but disobeys his commandments is a liar, and the truth is not in him; 5 but whoever keeps his word, in him truly love for God is perfected. By this we may be sure that we are in him: 6 he who says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.

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1.  God Tells Us How to Handle His Word

2.  God’s Word Alone the Source of Truth

3.  From the Law to the New Covenant In Christ’s Blood

Answers to Questions 1-42  (Click twice on this link.)

This is the questionnaire each elder candidate received, and my answers are in the link above.  If you have any questions, please find me at church or give me a call.  We’re listed in the directory.

Questionnaire for Elder Candidates     (Click twice on this link.)

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Our family’s favorite getaway is Colorado, due to its majestic mountain beauty and temperature difference from Texas.  It is such a relief to drive up into the mountains and out of the often over 100-degree heat here in the summers (and occasionally spring and autumn).  We normally have occasion to travel during the summer, so when we think of travel then, it is either to visit relatives or get away by ourselves.  Sometimes in June there is still snow left on the slopes near Breckenridge, Colorado, and our kids and we have enjoyed sliding down those slopes on makeshift sleds, throwing snowballs, and other snow frolics.  We like to stay in Frisco, because it is centrally located between Dillon, Silverthorne and Breckenridge. 

Occasionally we will venture up to Estes Park by way of Rocky Mountain National Park.  We did this on our last trip and saw some elk we don’t normally get to see.  They are tame to the point of being a bit pushy or forward about getting a snack from passersby; after all, isn’t that why you came?  My wife used to visit Colorado with her family growing up, and really feels like she’s been to Colorado when she sees Rocky Mountain National Park.  It is not without its dangers, however, and driving at night during a storm or even clouds can be a little scary.  One time we were traveling with my wife’s parents toward Estes Park at night through RMNP and, as mountain passes can be, the weather changed, and we drove into some thick clouds where it had been raining.  The clouds were so thick we had to slow the car down and hold a flashlight outside the car in order to clearly see the road (no fog lights), and we stayed toward the center line after we had noticed the intermittent guardrail with a steep dropoff to our right. 

Finally, we made it down through the clouds and fog, almost a mile lower in elevation from the 12,300 ft. apex of Rocky Mountain National Park,  down the winding roads and switchbacks, finally able to see the lights of the city, then down into Estes Park where we had motel reservations.  We thanked the Lord for keeping us safe on our trip.  It could have turned out much differently.

Hello.  The reason I named this website Thought Imports is because a rather unique name seemed appropriate, and, after all, every thought we have has the opportunity to be shared, or imported.  In addition to this, most of our good ideas contain other “imported” thoughts, and some of our own thoughts may have meaning, or import, worth sharing, especially those based on reliable sources.  My hope is that you find some posts on this blog that are useful, some relevant to your needs, and some posts that are in some ways meaningful to you.   Thank you, and my fondest wish for you is that the Lord Almighty bless you, and keep you in His care.