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Originally Posted by OBW
One problem that I have now is that we are constantly seeking evidence that God is busy working in every aspect of our lives. While there are indications of certain changes between the OT and the NT, the history shows that God is often somewhat silent. Not entirely absent for long periods, but not necessarily doing a lot that we can see or identify.
For the LRC, saying things like "exercised in my spirit" is a way of asserting a constant realization of God's activity in our lives. It is not just a LRC thing. But it is a need by some to be more than just "saved" with a charge to live right and worship only the one true God.
And then along comes another spiritual sounding phrase to wrap ourselves in the cloak of "me and God."
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I would have to say this sounds a bit cynical and "glass half-empty."
In my experience God is never doing nothing in regards to his relationship with me. He may seem silent, but I don't believe he is ever just doing nothing. James 4:8 says draw near to God and he will draw near to you. In my experience, when I truly seek the Lord, he's always there actively engaging with me in fellowship, love, joy, wisdom and encouragement. He never says, "Got nothing for you today. Run along." If I feel that way, it's because of some lack in me, not in Him. And if I become, dare I say, sharper in my spirit, I will gain sight of his amazing presence.