Comments for Bowing Down http://bowingdown.com Thoughts from a follower of Jesus Christ Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:47:27 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 Comment on How to Weaken Pride and Cultivate Humility by Coral Castro http://bowingdown.com/2006/09/14/how-to-weaken-pride-and-cultivate-humility/#comment-13378 Coral Castro Sat, 04 Jul 2009 16:47:27 +0000 http://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/09/14/how-to-weaken-pride-and-cultivate-humility/#comment-13378 Could anyone give me examples of Identifying evidences of grace and how to speak them to others? Thank you Could anyone give me examples of Identifying evidences of grace and how to speak them to others? Thank you

]]> Comment on Come into My Heart, Lord Jesus??? A Plea for Biblical Accuracy in Child Evangelism by solideogloria http://bowingdown.com/2006/05/05/come-into-my-heart-lord-jesus-a-plea-for-biblical-accuracy-in-child-evangelism/#comment-13376 solideogloria Wed, 01 Jul 2009 03:18:33 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/05/05/come-into-my-heart-lord-jesus-a-plea-for-biblical-accuracy-in-child-evangelism/#comment-13376 Did the phrase "ask Jesus into your heart" originate from this song, or was it from another source in that time period? Did the phrase “ask Jesus into your heart” originate from this song, or was it from another source in that time period?

]]> Comment on Associational GARBage by Brian McCrorie http://bowingdown.com/2006/07/06/associational-garbage/#comment-13375 Brian McCrorie Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:19:03 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/07/06/associational-garbage/#comment-13375 Jon, For your edification: GARBC stands for "General ASSOCIATION of Regular Baptist Churches." It is an association. By the way, I actually pastor a church in this association. Surprised? Regarding laypeople/clergy, I only used the word "laypeople" one time in this article and didn't use the word "clergy" at all. However, the Bible does make numerous mentions of the distinctions between the "sheep" and their "shepherd," the "equipped" and the "equippers," the "learners" and the "teachers," etc. I do not believe that pastors are better than the people in their care but they certainly are distinguished in a number of ways. Try not to make personal attacks by saying "Your words are silly" when in actuality it may be the converse. Further posts like this will be deleted. Jon,

For your edification:

GARBC stands for “General ASSOCIATION of Regular Baptist Churches.” It is an association. By the way, I actually pastor a church in this association. Surprised?

Regarding laypeople/clergy, I only used the word “laypeople” one time in this article and didn’t use the word “clergy” at all. However, the Bible does make numerous mentions of the distinctions between the “sheep” and their “shepherd,” the “equipped” and the “equippers,” the “learners” and the “teachers,” etc. I do not believe that pastors are better than the people in their care but they certainly are distinguished in a number of ways.

Try not to make personal attacks by saying “Your words are silly” when in actuality it may be the converse. Further posts like this will be deleted.

]]> Comment on Associational GARBage by murphuy jon http://bowingdown.com/2006/07/06/associational-garbage/#comment-13374 murphuy jon Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:04:23 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/07/06/associational-garbage/#comment-13374 The GARBC is a FELLOWSHIP not a ASSOCIATION nor a CONVENTION.Your words are silly. And by the way the BIBLE knows nothing of LAYPEOPLE or CLERGY The GARBC is a FELLOWSHIP not a ASSOCIATION nor a CONVENTION.Your words are silly. And by the way the BIBLE knows nothing of LAYPEOPLE or CLERGY

]]> Comment on Sweeter than Honey by Valerie Honderick http://bowingdown.com/2008/06/26/sweeter-than-honey/#comment-13373 Valerie Honderick Sun, 21 Jun 2009 23:25:17 +0000 http://bowingdown.wordpress.com/?p=375#comment-13373 I randomly found your blog, and thank you for sharing your thoughts with such honest affection. Sometimes the world seems a cynical place. Religion ia becoming a politically incorrect word in favor of spirituality. It is lovely to see someone so grateful to God for giving them their soulmate. I hope you had a wonderful Father's day, and that your children and flock appreciate you on this special day, and always. I randomly found your blog, and thank you for sharing your thoughts with such honest affection. Sometimes the world seems a cynical place. Religion ia becoming a politically incorrect word in favor of spirituality. It is lovely to see someone so grateful to God for giving them their soulmate. I hope you had a wonderful Father’s day, and that your children and flock appreciate you on this special day, and always.

]]> Comment on Come into My Heart, Lord Jesus??? A Plea for Biblical Accuracy in Child Evangelism by Leigh http://bowingdown.com/2006/05/05/come-into-my-heart-lord-jesus-a-plea-for-biblical-accuracy-in-child-evangelism/#comment-13372 Leigh Mon, 15 Jun 2009 03:53:56 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/05/05/come-into-my-heart-lord-jesus-a-plea-for-biblical-accuracy-in-child-evangelism/#comment-13372 This is very helpful information for me. Praying and seeking guidance as a parent. Thank you all for your time and insight. This is very helpful information for me. Praying and seeking guidance as a parent. Thank you all for your time and insight.

]]> Comment on Men Just Can’t Listen Like Women! by Collin http://bowingdown.com/2006/04/20/men-just-cant-listen-like-women/#comment-13353 Collin Thu, 28 May 2009 04:49:00 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/04/20/men-just-cant-listen-like-women/#comment-13353 Hilarious. Well done. Hilarious. Well done.

]]> Comment on Contentment in Christ by Heidi http://bowingdown.com/2006/04/19/contentment-in-christ/#comment-13342 Heidi Fri, 15 May 2009 03:56:21 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/04/19/contentment-in-christ/#comment-13342 I really needed this study. Jesus bless you. I really needed this study. Jesus bless you.

]]> Comment on Heather Hills Welcomes Pastor Jon Kirby! by joyfulnotes http://bowingdown.com/2009/05/03/heather-hills-welcomes-pastor-jon-kirby/#comment-13334 joyfulnotes Mon, 04 May 2009 01:46:03 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=501#comment-13334 We are so excited! God is good. We are looking forward to ministering with the Kirby's! We are so excited! God is good. We are looking forward to ministering with the Kirby’s!

]]> Comment on Heather Hills Welcomes Pastor Jon Kirby! by Terry Lange http://bowingdown.com/2009/05/03/heather-hills-welcomes-pastor-jon-kirby/#comment-13332 Terry Lange Sun, 03 May 2009 18:35:29 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=501#comment-13332 Praise the Lord for providing this gift to your local church - Ephesians 4:11-16 Praise the Lord for providing this gift to your local church – Ephesians 4:11-16

]]> Comment on Heather Hills to Candidate Jon Kirby This Weekend by Jim Peet http://bowingdown.com/2009/04/23/heather-hills-to-candidate-jon-kirby-this-weekend/#comment-13328 Jim Peet Thu, 23 Apr 2009 19:46:20 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=494#comment-13328 Glad your Dad is improving! Glad your Dad is improving!

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY ONE: “Step on the grass. Shoot a deer. Dig for oil. NOW!” by Judy Wright http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/05/shepherds-day-one-step-on-the-grass-shoot-a-deer-dig-for-oil-now/#comment-13324 Judy Wright Sat, 04 Apr 2009 02:08:35 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=477#comment-13324 PS: I don't have a clue about html, etc. PS: I don’t have a clue about html, etc.

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY ONE: “Step on the grass. Shoot a deer. Dig for oil. NOW!” by Judy Wright http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/05/shepherds-day-one-step-on-the-grass-shoot-a-deer-dig-for-oil-now/#comment-13323 Judy Wright Sat, 04 Apr 2009 02:05:07 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=477#comment-13323 I came upon "bowingdown.com" while searching for a photo/graphic to depict "bowing down to science" ... I recognize and respect some of the names on your roster and look forward to visiting often. But in the meantime ... Will you help me learn how to begin a classy blog such as yours? I love the classic, professional look ... everything about your presentation is appealing and respectful. (Category Cloud is unique! I will eventually visit each link.) I'm in the process of accumulating and formatting data for a second website for our ministry ... our current website is not friendly enough for me to make the changes/additions we'd like to include, and our web host is expensive. I'm a "self-taught" 66-year-old computer learner (15 years) ... always blessed when a program's function is accidently discovered to make my work easier. I don't have the time to search out blog opportunities so I boldly and "humbly" ask for your help and hints. You possess the expertise I'd like to reach for. If you're willing, thank you. If not, please let me know so I don't expect anything ... Visiting here has been a inspiring! May our Lord continue to richly bless you and your blog ministry. He's so good! I came upon “bowingdown.com” while searching for a photo/graphic to depict “bowing down to science” … I recognize and respect some of the names on your roster and look forward to visiting often. But in the meantime …

Will you help me learn how to begin a classy blog such as yours? I love the classic, professional look … everything about your presentation is appealing and respectful. (Category Cloud is unique! I will eventually visit each link.)

I’m in the process of accumulating and formatting data for a second website for our ministry … our current website is not friendly enough for me to make the changes/additions we’d like to include, and our web host is expensive. I’m a “self-taught” 66-year-old computer learner (15 years) … always blessed when a program’s function is accidently discovered to make my work easier. I don’t have the time to search out blog opportunities so I boldly and “humbly” ask for your help and hints. You possess the expertise I’d like to reach for.

If you’re willing, thank you. If not, please let me know so I don’t expect anything …

Visiting here has been a inspiring! May our Lord continue to richly bless you and your blog ministry. He’s so good!

]]> Comment on Lifting Holy Hands, Part Two, by Pastor Josh Larsen by Frances http://bowingdown.com/2006/06/07/lifting-holy-hands-part-two-by-pastor-josh-larsen/#comment-13322 Frances Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:47:49 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/06/07/lifting-holy-hands-part-two-by-pastor-josh-larsen/#comment-13322 This & related issues have troubled me for over 20 years, and I have seen wonderful congregations split over them. My gut feeling (Holy Spirit directed?) resulting from all my experience with Churches of various denominations & worship styles, is that however sincere an individual may be, 'Charismatic' behaviour does not come from a holy source. Sorry to be blunt, but from what I have seen in Australia, hand-raising is usually the thin end of the wedge, leading to a very destructive outcome. I hate feeling this way about fellow worshippers, and am still trying to research this scripturally to ensure I do not have a wrong bias. I am open to correction as long as it is from Biblical truth. Personally I believe that too many Christians who wish to seem 'modern' & tolerant are biting their tongues about these issues to avoid conflict, while those who are attracted to the Charo/Pente ways are not at all inhibited. Even though they generally can't give a good justification for their behaviour, Charismatics don't mind whether their behavior distracts or offends other worshippers. It is this attitude which (to my thinking) is the key FRUIT which demonstrates the ungodly spirit behind the whole movement. I agree with everything you said about needing the balance of intellect & emotions in worship, & that absence of support for something in Scripture does not equate with condemnation. However, so far I find the overall tone of the New Testament and especially the words of Christ to be at the other end of the spectrum from publicly demonstrative emotional ecstacy. Obviously we must all be respectful of one another, but Paul emphasised order in public worship. If a little hand raising was as far as things went, that would probably be no problem. In the final analysis you can only judge any tree by its fruit. Sorry for rambling - I gathered have so many thoughts over the years. I pray God will lead me to the truth in this matter & am open to any wisdom out there.... Thank you for your time. This & related issues have troubled me for over 20 years, and I have seen wonderful congregations split over them. My gut feeling (Holy Spirit directed?) resulting from all my experience with Churches of various denominations & worship styles, is that however sincere an individual may be, ‘Charismatic’ behaviour does not come from a holy source. Sorry to be blunt, but from what I have seen in Australia, hand-raising is usually the thin end of the wedge, leading to a very destructive outcome. I hate feeling this way about fellow worshippers, and am still trying to research this scripturally to ensure I do not have a wrong bias. I am open to correction as long as it is from Biblical truth. Personally I believe that too many Christians who wish to seem ‘modern’ & tolerant are biting their tongues about these issues to avoid conflict, while those who are attracted to the Charo/Pente ways are not at all inhibited. Even though they generally can’t give a good justification for their behaviour, Charismatics don’t mind whether their behavior distracts or offends other worshippers. It is this attitude which (to my thinking) is the key FRUIT which demonstrates the ungodly spirit behind the whole movement. I agree with everything you said about needing the balance of intellect & emotions in worship, & that absence of support for something in Scripture does not equate with condemnation. However, so far I find the overall tone of the New Testament and especially the words of Christ to be at the other end of the spectrum from publicly demonstrative emotional ecstacy. Obviously we must all be respectful of one another, but Paul emphasised order in public worship. If a little hand raising was as far as things went, that would probably be no problem. In the final analysis you can only judge any tree by its fruit. Sorry for rambling – I gathered have so many thoughts over the years. I pray God will lead me to the truth in this matter & am open to any wisdom out there…. Thank you for your time.

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY THREE: “If we seek to please God, it does not matter whom we displease.” by Brian McCrorie http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/07/shepherds-day-three-if-we-seek-to-please-god-it-does-not-matter-whom-we-displease/#comment-13313 Brian McCrorie Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:00:21 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=484#comment-13313 Charles, This issue was dealt with 16 years ago. Old news. Read the following to see the SBC's clear opposition to free masonry: http://www.namb.net/atf/cf/{CDA250E8-8866-4236-9A0C-C646DE153446}/Closer_Look_Freemasonry.pdf I would absolutely agree, by the way, that God is an architect, a designer of everything that exists, and so should you. That does NOT mean that I or Steve Lawson or anyone else uses that term in the same way that Freemasons do. That is an ad hoc fallacy. While I disagree with Al Mohler in a couple areas, I fail to see the relevance of your point. I know where you're going with this, but it is frankly a stupid argument. You should be careful about accusing spiritual leaders. I will delete further posts of this conspiratorial nature. You are not welcome to post such material here. Charles,

This issue was dealt with 16 years ago. Old news. Read the following to see the SBC’s clear opposition to free masonry:

http://www.namb.net/atf/cf/{CDA250E8-8866-4236-9A0C-C646DE153446}/Closer_Look_Freemasonry.pdf

I would absolutely agree, by the way, that God is an architect, a designer of everything that exists, and so should you. That does NOT mean that I or Steve Lawson or anyone else uses that term in the same way that Freemasons do. That is an ad hoc fallacy.

While I disagree with Al Mohler in a couple areas, I fail to see the relevance of your point. I know where you’re going with this, but it is frankly a stupid argument.

You should be careful about accusing spiritual leaders.

I will delete further posts of this conspiratorial nature. You are not welcome to post such material here.

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY THREE: “If we seek to please God, it does not matter whom we displease.” by PhilipT http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/07/shepherds-day-three-if-we-seek-to-please-god-it-does-not-matter-whom-we-displease/#comment-13312 PhilipT Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:46:58 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=484#comment-13312 Charles, Where exactly did you get your information? From what I have seen, men like Mohler and Lawson have initiated a conservative reform of the theology at their schools and churches. How exactly would a freemason agree with these (http://www.sbts.edu/about/truth/abstract/) principles? Charles,
Where exactly did you get your information? From what I have seen, men like Mohler and Lawson have initiated a conservative reform of the theology at their schools and churches. How exactly would a freemason agree with these (http://www.sbts.edu/about/truth/abstract/) principles?

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY THREE: “If we seek to please God, it does not matter whom we displease.” by charles http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/07/shepherds-day-three-if-we-seek-to-please-god-it-does-not-matter-whom-we-displease/#comment-13311 charles Thu, 26 Mar 2009 07:58:21 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=484#comment-13311 Steve Lawson refers to God as an architect just as Freemasons refer to their God as an architect. Lawson is a SBC pastor. The SBC is masonic controlled with over 1000 masonic pastors. Lawson is a wolf in sheeps clothing. So is Al Mohler, who holds leadership positions in 2 UN-NGO's. So is Mark Dever a change agent in the church. Too bad Macarthur allows SBC leaders in his church!! Steve Lawson refers to God as an architect just as Freemasons refer to their God as an architect. Lawson is a SBC pastor. The SBC is masonic controlled with over 1000 masonic pastors. Lawson is a wolf in sheeps clothing. So is Al Mohler, who holds leadership positions in 2 UN-NGO’s. So is Mark Dever a change agent in the church. Too bad Macarthur allows SBC leaders in his church!!

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY THREE: “If we seek to please God, it does not matter whom we displease.” by Will Dudding http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/07/shepherds-day-three-if-we-seek-to-please-god-it-does-not-matter-whom-we-displease/#comment-13291 Will Dudding Sun, 08 Mar 2009 21:32:02 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=484#comment-13291 ok, ya...did meet you briefly. I didn't put the face on your Avitar and your real live face together to make the connection! ok, ya…did meet you briefly. I didn’t put the face on your Avitar and your real live face together to make the connection!

]]> Comment on Live From Hollywood! by Andy Efting http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/08/live-from-hollywood/#comment-13290 Andy Efting Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:43:52 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=490#comment-13290 You used to be able to hike up to the letters and climb on them. I have a picture somewhere of me on the top of one of the "O"'s from back when I was in college. You used to be able to hike up to the letters and climb on them. I have a picture somewhere of me on the top of one of the “O”’s from back when I was in college.

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY THREE: “If we seek to please God, it does not matter whom we displease.” by Brian McCrorie http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/07/shepherds-day-three-if-we-seek-to-please-god-it-does-not-matter-whom-we-displease/#comment-13288 Brian McCrorie Sun, 08 Mar 2009 06:25:52 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=484#comment-13288 Didn't I meet you on Wednesday morning with the other SI guys at the fountain? Didn’t I meet you on Wednesday morning with the other SI guys at the fountain?

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY THREE: “If we seek to please God, it does not matter whom we displease.” by Will Dudding http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/07/shepherds-day-three-if-we-seek-to-please-god-it-does-not-matter-whom-we-displease/#comment-13287 Will Dudding Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:27:59 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=484#comment-13287 How in the world did I not see you? Did you meet up with the SI guys on Monday? How in the world did I not see you? Did you meet up with the SI guys on Monday?

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY ONE: “Step on the grass. Shoot a deer. Dig for oil. NOW!” by bob http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/05/shepherds-day-one-step-on-the-grass-shoot-a-deer-dig-for-oil-now/#comment-13282 bob Thu, 05 Mar 2009 21:27:54 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=477#comment-13282 Brian, Thanks for this. I regret that I did not go this year. I probably should have. But this is good to read. Bob Brian,

Thanks for this. I regret that I did not go this year. I probably should have. But this is good to read.

Bob

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY ONE: “Step on the grass. Shoot a deer. Dig for oil. NOW!” by joyfulnotes http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/05/shepherds-day-one-step-on-the-grass-shoot-a-deer-dig-for-oil-now/#comment-13281 joyfulnotes Thu, 05 Mar 2009 19:12:04 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=477#comment-13281 Sounds like so much to glean and learn! :) Continue to have a wonderful time! Sounds like so much to glean and learn! :) Continue to have a wonderful time!

]]> Comment on SHEPHERDS, DAY ONE: “Step on the grass. Shoot a deer. Dig for oil. NOW!” by Greg Oertel http://bowingdown.com/2009/03/05/shepherds-day-one-step-on-the-grass-shoot-a-deer-dig-for-oil-now/#comment-13280 Greg Oertel Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:59:43 +0000 http://bowingdown.com/?p=477#comment-13280 Sounds great! What is a Paleo-Evangelical? True worship brightens a rainy day. Be refreshed! Any books to buy? Sounds great! What is a Paleo-Evangelical? True worship brightens a rainy day. Be refreshed! Any books to buy?

]]> Comment on Lifting Holy Hands, Part Three, by Pastor Josh Larsen by Armand Niemand http://bowingdown.com/2006/06/14/lifting-holy-hands-part-three-by-pastor-josh-larsen/#comment-13265 Armand Niemand Tue, 10 Feb 2009 13:36:15 +0000 https://bowingdown.wordpress.com/2006/06/14/lifting-holy-hands-part-three-by-pastor-josh-larsen/#comment-13265 To Akil: Hi I am a worship leader (7 years) in a congregation in Vereeniging South Africa. I appreciate your article and it is in fact true that worship should be in spirit and in truth. However as warm believers we also have the responsiblity to challenge fellow believers in their spiritual growth and worship. You dont need to lift your hands while in church, lift it there in your room where it is only you and God. This is my challenge to you as a fellow believer, becasue i would like for you to share in a new dimension of His presence, blessings, Armand To Akil: Hi I am a worship leader (7 years) in a congregation in Vereeniging South Africa. I appreciate your article and it is in fact true that worship should be in spirit and in truth. However as warm believers we also have the responsiblity to challenge fellow believers in their spiritual growth and worship. You dont need to lift your hands while in church, lift it there in your room where it is only you and God. This is my challenge to you as a fellow believer, becasue i would like for you to share in a new dimension of His presence, blessings, Armand

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