Keeping Hope Alive "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage." Galatians 5:1. "Christ died to set us free from sin and from a long list of laws and regulations. Christ came to set us free - not free to do whatever we want, for that would lead back into slavery to our selfish desires. Rather, thanks to Christ, we are now free and able to do what was impossible before - to live unselfishly." - Life Application Bible, p. 2061. Liberty or freedom then, is participation in the Truth's Power to abide in the imparting of God's inherent sustaining. Therefore, we have become nonsectarian in advocacy and practice, because God Is The Only Irreducible Complexity, and any weakness from God's Truistic Liberating obligation simply invites aggression in one form or another. Defining Divinity's Unselfishness To be a Christianist Libertarian is to be just with your spirit in God's Spirit (being under His control), agreeing in God's Will by your will (the power of His Truth), harmonizing in God's Mindfulness (the thought processes becoming like His), and the emotions equalized as God so feels (being healed and in a state of healthy meaningfulness). In short, this is being a spiritually-whole soul in Christ Jesus; as "bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come" (1 Timothy 4:8). So as the body goes towards its death; the spiritually-whole soul becomes the Gracefulness of Christ Jesus as His Masterpiece because of His Workmanship (Eph. 2:10) within and throughout it "until Christ be formed in you" (Gal. 4:19). Unity In Diversity The edifying, stirring, comforting, and filling in the gaps of "Libertarian" as the middle name of our entitlement -
Christianist Libertarian Fellowship - is because there are at least a half dozen love languages which are considered diverse in value
among differing cultured peoples. In a few words, what we learn from others can be more than what we endeavor to teach them. Examples: children teach mothers and fathers to become parents; students teach teachers to become instructors; instructors teach professors; professors teach doctors; et cetera. No one that knows Adamic sin resides within and needs worked-out, can say [they] are immune to God's correctings, being He is altogether perfect and flawless. As there were twelve disciples, so there are as many differing types or varieties of people that corely run together which are
healthy choices for themselves unfrustratingly dispelling stress and argumentative mind-locking; that if gotten out of
control would be a sure sign of violating one another's personhood, and perhaps violence to one another's physical being. In the higher educational centers, many diverse disciplines are taught in various areas of learning. Any of these types can be, and are, just as substantive as each the other, as their respective diverse placements; also many, if not all, overlap in areas of acceptance towards the whole twelve. This is unity in diversity (1 Corinthians 12:1-11). In attempting to satisfy, adjust, maintain, shift, or release (make more free) differing individuals for their unique
specificities, we attempt to cover these giving receptives by: meaningfulness in words which procure actions; practicing quality interests together by giving the time it takes to culminate the success of others; giving the specific coveting things that say our love is growing or maturing; being there at all pertinent times for one another; considering the needs and desires of others; becoming close in all the concerns towards total health while leaving each person involved within their own space; enjoying each others' activities, hobbies, interests, humors, and idiosyncrasies which results to a higher, deeper, wider, and broader appreciative understanding without ever knowing each the other to any finalized limitation; et cetera - for there is much more! These articulate into lessening ... if not losing ... much of mulish behaviors. In other words, being successfully graced
should fill one's respectful space and place of [their] individual well-being; but Christians and non-Christians alike have seasons and rainfalls upon them - though Christ is the Christian's "shock absorber." By being forgiven forgivers makes for all hearts a joyous substantial quiver (a safe home base). Doing the Spiritual Will of mindful attentiveness of God's giftings of multiplex diversities is God's transforming, transcendent, transitional University (reaping secured benefits). Nevertheless, we counsel any individual not seeming to understand another's reaction to him/her, or, un-understanding of
what, why, and who he/she is not attracted towards another's well-being, to seek a professional counselor and/or take a
personality equivalency test to find and/or adjust to the situation of ethical resourcefulness of comparable probable
possibilities for the most excellent well-being of all individuals concerned within the context of the particular relationship. Each relationship has it's own confidential merits; but - and also, weaknesses that can make or break when too far stressed out, or tolerated too long before being corrected. We further suggest that no one be "kept in stilled ignorance" to the advantages given by Almighty God for a more abundant
life. Neither having to be blind, or in damning denial, so as not to be concerned of ludicrous intimidating threats coupled
with incremental accommodations and submissives paramount towards morbid or morose dominant darkenings; but rather
enlightenments of regenerations of lucid prerequisites toward the abundance and serenity of peaceful coexistence and
healthy wholeness. However, the Bible itself is the best indicator for Christians, as the Living Word is more than indicative when stating "All
things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not." 1
Corinthians 10:23. If doing the right things for your type right-being as a person - a brighter future is closer than you think - if actions are to speak
louder than words, the meaning of words would appear full also of all due respect in any given situation (1 Corinthians
9:27). Good intentions are replaced with positive actions. Please understand, there is, even in Christendom, what is called a "fatal attraction," which is actually a virtuous-looking
"smoke-screen" (extrinsic) of flaunting an otherwise un-virtuous disingenuous internal (intrinsic) combustion chamber of
design. Opposites seldom reasonably really attract - with the exception being of course, of establishing a virtuous, appropriate, soul reasonableness of mating sexually for having family as offspring and sexual pleasure for the lifetime. Too often a love/hate relationship courts yet another demise: that of
"when an irresistible individual meets an unmoveable individual" of which seldom, if ever, either become fighters/winners,
but both become losers by having been together and fighting. God is a God of Peace of Please, or, the ACE of EASE!
Before coveting a mutual relationship of intimacy, it is wise to take the time to know each other thoroughly; both
intrinsically and extrinsically, to secure and formulate the most excellent course of action futuristically for avoiding unnecessary impropriety; also known as "barbarism" or "solecism"; which in a spiritual sense would be volatile to serious, solemn mistakenness(es); much of which would be taken for granted - the blind leading the blind(ed). To know enough to do - is not enough. Every Man/Woman To His/Her Own House Christianist Libertarian Fellowship does not advocate a new religion, but simply endeavors to explain the Christian's New
Life In Christ as a direct way of communication with God. 1 John 2:20 states: "But ye have an unction [anointing,
smearing] from the Holy One, and ye know all things." And "the anointing which ye have received of him [The Holy
Spirit] abideth in you, and ye need not that any man [woman] teach you: but as the same anointing [Holy Spirit] teacheth you of all
things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as [the Holy Spirit] hath taught you, ye shall abide in him." 1 John 2:27. "Christ promised to send the Holy Spirit to teach his followers and remind them of all that he had taught (John 14:26). As a
result, Christians have the Holy Spirit within them ('anointing') to keep them from going astray. In addition, they have the
God-inspired Scriptures, against which they can test questionable teachings. To stay true to Christ we must follow his Word
and his Spirit. Let the Holy Spirit help you discern truth from error....Christ lives (abides, dwells) in us, and we also live in
Christ. This means we place our total trust in him and live as he wants us to live. It implies a personal, life-giving
relationship. John uses the same idea in John 15:5, where he speaks of Christ as the Vine and his followers as the branches
(see also John 3:24; 4:15)." - Life Application Bible, p. 2218. Also see: Vineyard And The Vine. Jesus said that He is the Way, Truth, and Life. When one diverts from any of these three-fold characteristics of the Divine
Lifestyle, the Holy Spirit brings these dear ones back into line time and time again by the Grace of Christ. "The invisible things of him [God] from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are
made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they [people] are without excuse." Romans 1:20. "Does anyone have an excuse for not believing in God? The Bible answers an emphatic no. God has revealed his existence
('Godhead' or divine nature) in his creation. Every person, therefore, either accepts or rejects God. Don't be fooled. When
the day comes for God to judge your response to him, there will be no excuses. Begin today to give your devotion and
worship to him....What kind of God does nature reveal? Nature shows us a God of might, intelligence, and intricate detail; a
God of order and beauty; a God who controls powerful forces. By revelations (the Bible and the coming of Jesus), we learn
about his love, forgiveness, and promise of eternal life. God has graciously given us both sources that we might more
completely believe in him." - Life Application Bible, p. 1962. Be cognizant of Christ as The Truth; because you will never have that which you are unwilling to pursue.
God's New Covenant Of Faithful Grace Is God's Workmanship In His Children "Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, when I will make a New Covenant with the house of Israel and with the house of
Judah: not according to the covenant that I made with their fathers in the day when I took them by the hand to lead them out
of the land of Egypt; because they continued not in my covenant, and I regarded them not, saith the Lord. For this is the
covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord: I will put my laws into their mind, and
write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people: and they shall not teach every man
his neighbour, and every man his brother, saying, Know the Lord: for all shall know me, from the least to the greatest. For I
will be merciful to their unrighteousness, and their sins and their iniquities will I remember no more. In that he saith, A new
covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away." Hebrews 8:8-13. "The new and better way is the covenant of grace - Christ's offer to forgive our sins and bring us to God through his
sacrificial death. His Agreement is new in extent - it goes beyond Israel and Judah to all the Gentile nations. It is new in
application, because it is written in our hearts and minds. It offers a new way to forgiveness, not through animal sacrifice
but through faith....If our hearts are not changed, following God's rules is unpleasant and difficult. We rebel against being
told how to live. The Holy Spirit, however, gives us new desires. He helps us want to obey God (see Philippians 2:12, 13).
With new hearts, we find that serving God is our greatest joy. Under God's new agreement, God's Law is inside us. It is no
longer an external set of rules and principles. The Holy Spirit reminds us of Christ's words, quickens our consciences,
influences our motives and desires, and makes us want to obey. Now doing God's will is something we desire with all our
heart and mind." - Life Application Bible, p. 2168. In summary, God says: "He hath showed thee, O man [woman], what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but
to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?" Micah 6:8. "People have tried all kinds of ways to please God (Micah 6:6, 7), but God has made his wishes clear: he wants his people
to be fair, just, and merciful, and to walk humbly with him. In your efforts to please God, examine these areas on a regular
basis. Are you fair in your dealings with people? Do you show mercy to those who wrong you? Are you learning humility?"
- Life Application Bible, p. 1494. Remember, the road to be leaders is crowded to have others follow them; but the road to be servants is scarce and wide open. We are further admonished to "study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,
rightly dividing the word of truth." 2 Timothy 2:15. And to "delight [yourself] also in the Lord; and he shall give [you] the
desires of [your] heart." Psalm 37:4. The Only Way Home Is To Keep Looking To Heaven
"Life on earth is not a script which we meaninglessly act out. It is a time of deciding whether or not we will live for God,
and then living out what we have decided. Because God will examine what kind of workers we have been for him, we
should build our lives on his Word and build his Word into our lives - it alone tells us how to live for him and serve him.
Believers who ignore the Bible will certainly be ashamed at the judgment. Consistent and diligent study of God's Word is
vital; otherwise we will be lulled into neglecting God and our true purpose for living." - Life Application Bible, p. 2139. Be informed; man-made opinions are not the Authority of Scripture. Considering all of the above, the acid test of one's internal patterns of a spiritually-true, willing life in Christ is the
abundance of celebrating it within their own residential home first and foremost before attempting to share the Good News outside the home. For further study, read the biblical books of Titus
and 1 Timothy. Pleasing God in all legitimate relationships brings God's Goodness and Mercy to follow those individuals as His rewardings; and ultimately, His rearward of the Heavenly Home with Him at last - for Eternity! Psalm 23. The saint's will have a "particulated inheritance," past dreams, imagination, visions, or artistry of any comparable earthly illumination, inspiration, or essence of spiritual understandings. Pressing On The Upward Way Whether it is being changed into New Life from within by God's Power for the first time, or having another change
(revival) of many throughout one's New Lifetime, all such occasions happen because of the goodness of God and
repentance from the former pit or growth going from glory to glory (somewhat becoming like Christ ... to more ... to most
... like Him). See Romans 2:4. The only thing one can be or do concerning Christianity and Bibliology is to remind others concerning themselves with
Christ, of, what, how, why, where, and when Christ was Being and Doing for every "whosoever" who believes in Him; as
Being their individual Grace; in the Now and Here; and in the Hereafter because HE fulfilled all of prophecy concerning "it is finished" throughout the Canonicity of the Scriptures.. We are not so much zealous or ambitious to preach, teach, or reach - as to have a ready answer for all those who ask us of
the faith that is within us. This is the saving anointing that heals the famished, hurting, broken-heartedness - by allowing
God to equip us with the Love of God which expresses itself in compassion towards all (Isaiah 61:1-3), especially the
household of faith as mentioned in Galatians 6:10. Thus the Age of the Church is transcended for the Age of Grace for whosoever believes and trusts God to live more abundantly in, with, and through [them]. Remember Not To Forget The Bible is no longer a "locked ledger into the principles of Truth for a few elite;" but an opening Key unto the Christ - as
Principal - of all principles permeating the storehouse of Heaven wherein every common person may draft from it an
enriching supply. A tombstone inscription of a seventeen-year- young lady named Hope may sum it all up for the most of us:
Reality Or Authenticity Check
We do not use or solicit government, public, or corporate fundings. Because we believe we live in this World of Now, we also live in the Age of Grace, and we neither require, collect, or embellish the Old Testament principle of tithing, nor make anyone more worthy than another for such enlarged, generous offerings. We further believe that since all of God's children are entitled to the fulness of Christ as their Principal, all testified principles are concentrated also into One Embodiment, thus having the Holy Spirit as each one's Counselor; Who in turn, gives each one opportunities galore all around wherever [they] be to do His benefits with [their] incomes as well as their spiritual giftings and diciplines according to 2 Corinthians 9:8: " And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work." Godly benefience is described in James 1:27 as: "Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction, and to keep himself [herself] unspotted from the world."
We take for granted that the surname "Fellowship" and the given name "Christianist" are self-evident with Christian integrity and all others by allowing our "moderation be known unto all men [women]." Philippians 4:5. Fellowship in reality is sharing the caring; but even more so, in caring for the sharers. The credentials of the early Christian disciples were miracles. The Christianist credentials since then for all New Testament believers is the Word of God. Therefore, we do not put emphasis, cultivate or curate projecting or advocating "Dualism" (we/they) nor stalemate sentiment towards "Utopianism" (perfectional socialist); but and instead, we generously covenant to give decent respect to all person's equal rights in the public square - without coercion, totalitarian or authoritarianism. We believe in progressive Christianity as it becomes known and experienced.
Benediction
As a child of the King Of Kings we hope the following promises of God will be the benedictory prayer of your life.
"God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us, that, whether we wake or sleep, we should live together with him. Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do." 1 Thessalonians 5:9-11.
"I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you. And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:11-13.
"How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them!" Psalm 139:17.
We Wish All Our Viewers In Christ's Name And Ours To Be,
Author's Note: Beings we are latitudinarians - in that we are liberal in our views, permitting free thought and respectful considerations especially in religious matters, and very tolerant of differing opinions; we furthermore give liberty to varying views of one's world, religious alliances and/or affiliations, and care little about particulars when it comes to creeds, forms, and inertia of the fleeting of man-made articulations, which can be interpreted as infelicitous (unsuitable or unfortunate). No hidden agendas are needed to make one fall, since anyone can have one of their very own, or one in the making. If belonging to a formed religion and [it] is not in the making of a more beautiful abundant and bountiful life; it would be wise to check [its] definitives of what constitutes hell, and respond to the Holy Spirit's teaching by comparison.
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