Practically engaged to an LCer

[Sons to Glory!]

I want to comment about whether or not you gather with the LCers occasionally. They are just another group of believers. Every gathering has its own things of the flesh that they cling to, and the LC is no different. Many (if not all) gatherings have this or that they think is superior, that is why we all tend to gather unto our own - a birds of a feather (flocking together) thing. The ekklesia, in spirit is not this way, but it's natural for ol' Adam to do this.

I have no resistance to going to or fellowshiping with any Christian or group within this parameter: that they have Christ in them and there is not gross manifested sin. I participate with eyes wide open, but seek to abide in the gentle Spirit of the Lamb. There must be strength in spirit to not be carried off with this or that (related to some "distraction" the group may be focused on), and instead to stay focused on Christ alone. And I also have become exercised to not judge others in the non-essential items of the faith (as bro Lee once taught). And in doing this, I have tasted the oneness in the body, no matter where I go!

So you have the freedom to attend the LC gatherings or any other, to enjoy Christ with them. I think it's a good exercise, and it took me some time to learn to feed on Christ in various gatherings and discard the rest. Just be like the Bereans and examine things you hear and see prayerfully and with the Word. You have the Anointing . . . also stay in close, open fellowship with some brothers who have no agenda other than knowing Christ.

(and yes, I do have my own "preference" to where I usually fellowship . . .)

[awareness]

Originally Posted by Sons to Glory!

So you have the freedom to attend the LC gatherings or any other, to enjoy Christ with them.

But wouldn't that be like enabling a alcoholic?

[Sons to Glory!]

Originally Posted by awareness

But wouldn't that be like enabling a alcoholic?

LOL! We're all "alcoholics" metaphorically speaking - that's why we need Jesus. That is why it's said we should purpose to know nothing amongst each other, except Christ and Him crucified!

[awareness]

Originally Posted by Sons to Glory!

LOL! We're all "alcoholics" metaphorically speaking - that's why we need Jesus. That is why it's said we should purpose to know nothing amongst each other, except Christ and Him crucified!

You are right bro StG. But ... the local church is not like other Christian groups you say you are meeting with. The local church is an addiction.

I appreciate that this brother and sister are compromising for the sake of their love and marriage. That's what makes marriage work. I appreciate the sisters willingness to skip meetings to be with him. That's a sign that she really loves him.

Let's hope for his sake, the sake of their coming marriage, and her sake, that her love for him overcomes her addiction to the LC.

[Ohio]

Originally Posted by awareness

You are right bro StG. But ... the local church is not like other Christian groups you say you are meeting with. The local church is an addiction.

Hmmm?

You often make it sound like your local Southern Baptists were worse than the LC's.

Perhaps you too could use a little Jesus for your "addictions."

[Sons to Glory!]

Originally Posted by awareness

You are right bro StG. But ... the local church is not like other Christian groups you say you are meeting with. The local church is an addiction.

I appreciate that this brother and sister are compromising for the sake of their love and marriage. That's what makes marriage work. I appreciate the sisters willingness to skip meetings to be with him. That's a sign that she really loves him.

Let's hope for his sake, the sake of their coming marriage, and her sake, that her love for him overcomes her addiction to the LC.

Amen to that! May they both got all strung-out together on Christ!

[awareness]

Originally Posted by Sons to Glory!

Amen to that! May they both got all strung-out together on Christ!

Amen to that. And as you pointed out, they can do that meeting in Christian communities that aren't the local church.

Addendum : Jesus Addicts? I love it. Over the years I covered lots of other grounds -- of different religions, philosophies, science, and mythologies -- and can't kick the habit. Jesus is latched onto me like a snapping turtle.

[Sons to Glory!]

Originally Posted by awareness

Amen to that. And as you pointed out, they can do that meeting in Christian communities that aren't the local church.

Addendum : Jesus Addicts? I love it. Over the years I covered lots of other grounds -- of different religions, philosophies, science, and mythologies -- and can't kick the habit. Jesus is latched onto me like a snapping turtle.

YES! "Like a snapping turtle!" So true . . . and thank God He doesn't let us go!!!