Boldness toward God is a forgotten truth and needs to be explored again. This book throws light on this overlooked subject.
The church of today is great on history and doctrine, but feeble in the use of faith and spiritual power. There is a lack of spiritual boldness that brings the power of God into manifestation. There has been a disconnect from the examples of those who went before us and a settling for rejoicing over that which they did, but no reach for greater things in our own experiences. There are a few spiritually emboldened people today who seek to cultivate a spiritual consciousness, and in their own circumstances reach for the higher powers. But most of us have more fear of God than faith in God, and as one great commentator used to say,"and that's the way it is." This book is written to challenge the believing ones to reconsider their approach to God in their desire for more of the miraculous.
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"We hesitate to jump right into the waters, we tend to stay on the shoreline, and maybe touch the edge of the waters very gently and with some hesitation. We know that we are dealing with things invisible and our uncertainties seem to dominate our minds. But as much as I would like to say, just tinker around a bit, it doesn't work that way. Some committment of boldness and expectation is required."
Isn't it wonderful when you find somebody who thinks the same as you do? Surely there are many on earth that might, but you don't know it, or ever learn of their opinions. At this time in my life, it has become even more important for me... Many of you know that I've been upset regarding how religion, and in particular, christianity has become a part of the political scene, much more than ever before... I was unable to accept that all that was happening was in God's plan... Yet, when you do begin to doubt, in my opinion, you must also consider that you may not be speaking Truth. That you feel you need confirmation. Thurman Faison provided that for me in Be Spiritually Bold!
The book reads like a sermon in many ways. Of course, Faison is a pastor, so that is a natural way of speaking for him. But it is clear that he has done much thinking about what he says, before he says it. So that when Faison tells you to Be Spiritually Bold, he has learned exactly what that meant--before he tells others! No, this book is not politically oriented. What it is a book that tells it like it is...as he has found in his own life. Pointing out that many find it hard to approach God, yet Faison says that is exactly what God wants!
Often people may fear God or feel unworthy of seeking His help. Others have had someone say to them, "Who do you think you are?" In fact, I had said that to an individual within the past year... After she had accused me of back-stabbing her... I was so shocked, that, for me, I believe it was the first time ever that I had asked that question. Of Anybody? We wonder, especially now in America, how and why people are turning against others in anger, in distrust. I included. Trust has become a problem for me as I grow older.
But my Trust in God has never faltered. I think that is somewhat based upon my human father having been killed while my mother was carrying me. Not having a father for any type of male support, it was natural for me, when I heard about The Holy Trinity, to quickly understand my role with that concept. God was My Father, Jesus, His Son, was My Friend... and they supernaturally talked to me through His Spirit which resided within me. I cannot say that I haven't turned away from God a few times during my life; i.e., I didn't want to hear His words, because I knew what they would be. But I always knew that He would not abandon me. I was made in His image and I was His child...
Faison is talking about the prophet Elisha as he writes (or speaks), but for me, most sermons I heard throughout my life were words from God, presented through another child of God. As a young Christian, I was reading many different books, including The Living Bible which was the Bible I used most at that time. So it was quite easy for me to consider attending a Full Gospel meeting when I was invited and was anointed, speaking a few words in tongues. Later, as I've shared, it was through another book, Something More, that He poured His love over and through me, taking the step of being baptized in His Holy Spirit.
Later I was to learn that my bold step was being questioned by some. Comments like God doesn't give the gifts any more... or even, probably, Who Does She Think She Is--to claim such a thing happened to her? I share this in the context of this book, because, for whatever reasons, I've been spiritually bold since my early teens--I've been open to God in all ways, maybe not at all times, but deep inside I've always known that God would always take care of me... Many of my chosen songs to sing reflect that willingness to open up to Him. Check my blog for a more complete posting... I just want to close out this post. This book spoke to me. I believe it will speak to you, if you allow it. I believe Thurman L. Faison speaks of the love of Jesus and this book will help you find his promises... For You...
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The voice of Thurman Faison renders a Personal Perspective, that invites the reader to embark on a road which he has found leads to...Spiritual Boldness. By examining our relationship with God through Faith, he explains the value of a deeper understanding of The Creator in as far as our...Manner of Requests, and Expectations of Him are concerned.
A knowledgeable work, intertwined with wonderful poems, I found this to be an appreciated and, certainly, interesting writing.
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