Re: Steve Isitt (Indiana) testimony
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Originally Posted by ZNPaaneah
In my experience this is a blessing, not a curse. If, as Shakespeare said "all the world is a stage" then the spotlight is on Steve. Everyone is watching him and they are all ashamed of their behavior, because they have the same conscience you and I have, but they believe he has been bitten by a poisonous snake and they are waiting for him to fall down dead.
If you remember Paul's experience, the first reaction to his getting bit was everyone considered him a murderer who, although he had escaped the sea, judgement had pursued him. However, when he showed no ill effect of that snake, then their opinion changed 180 degrees.
I would encourage Steve to enjoy the fellowship with the Lord, pray for those that despitefully use you, and give thanks that you have been found worthy to suffer for the name of Christ just like the prophets.
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I wonder if we aren't all fools for shining the spotlight on ourselves, here in this space...
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