Real Christianity

I haven't posted in a while... it's like I'm turning into my brother... (Hope you caught the hint Dan:)
Here are some quotes from William Wilberforce's book Real Christianity (revised and updated by Bob Belz) Hope you enjoy.

"Authentic faith cannot be inherited."

"What we believe determines how we live."

"Maybe the best testimony concerning depravity comes from those whose commitment to Christ is wholehearted... They will tell you that by observing their own lives and the way their minds work, they have discovered how corrupt the human heart really is."

"In many cases, what you will find in those who avail themselves of the Spirit's activities in the human heart is love of Christ, ardent and active zeal in His service, prudence, meekness, courage and a quiet consistency. Such behavior needs no argument to defend."

"A life of spiritual reality requires the enabling influence of the Holy Spirit."

"All Christians are to be servants and children of God."

"Unreserved commitment to the glory and service of God is the foundation on which all Christian behavior will be built."

"The true state of the heart is of ultimate importance to God. If the heart is good, the external behavior will reflect this."

" The person of authentic faith will not only be motivated to seek the welfare of others, but will also be able to do it with genuine humility, joyfulness and love... Love and humility are the marks of one who has learned not to seek the favor of men but rather the favor of God as their motivating principle."

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Ash said…
I don't really have time to read these in the internet cafe but I can't to chew on them when i get home, I miss you guys so much and think of you alllll the time, can't wait to drink flat whites and watch sleepless in seatle. I love you sis!!!!!! So much.
See ya soon,
ash in k-stan
January 28, 2008 at 10:37 PM
SmW said…
Hey girl friend, I miss u so much and it was so nice talking to you last week :-D I sent a package out to you on Friday and hope you enjoy every piece of treasure. I am terrible at updating my BLOG. You know that "Fabulous Food Friday"? Well, I didn't do it the last 2 Fridays.. ahh! So, yeah did you see the movie AMAZING GRACE?? Omg, William Wilburforce is my Hero. Where did you find his book? I'm going to have to check it out for sure.. Love ya! Hey girl, it's official i am going to " A-town" this summer.. I leave in August!!!!
January 31, 2008 at 5:41 AM
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