Joan of Arc
There she is. Joan of Arc. Look at her fearlessness, her courage! Study how these held firm in the face of persecution and the threat of death by fire. I admire her so!
I was reading Annie's Blog last night and noticed a tone I didn't especially like. I sounded like a preacher, a lecturer, a judge. Terrible, for I am a baby christian, and have so much to learn. More than most!
Perhaps I sound like a lecturer, because I am rather stern with myself. I am drawn to writings that address issues I personally am experiencing. Just my little way of working things out. One of my great great grandfathers was a preacher way back when, and I suppose I have inherited some of his personality traits as well.
I recognize doctrine and tenet that I need to practice until firmly ingrained. Then, I spew forth and write with passion and fervor.
I ramble with excuses when I need to address one thing: I would like to apologize to all, for I am a natural born sinner who loves the Lord. I am no better, no worse then my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. I backslide every single day. Faith and hope are strong; however, and these are what stand me back up when I feel like laying down in defeat. I know my redeemer liveth!
Perhaps as you read Annie working through it, there will spring forth a little help for you. It is my prayer, that One Saint will light the way for all brothers and sisters in Christ. Even if in just a small way. Kneel and Pray with me! There is so much to accomplish for the Lord, so little time. He would not want us to be plagued by a sense of urgency, however!
Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest. (Matthew 11:28)
