Judy wrote: > Discernment is a spiritual gift Terry; actually > it is called 'discerning of spirits' and is > different from the gift of condemnation and > pointing the finger.
I just want to point out for the record that I am against any kind of "finger pointing" in public preaching. From my perspective, this phrase connotes a condition of the preacher's heart to accuse someone. Preachers ought never accuse in this manner. We should never condemn anyone. Nevertheless, at the same time, we would be foolish to think that our ministry of God's Word will not produce condemnation in the hearts of those who are in rebellion against God. This is a subtle but very important distinction. Let those who have ears to hear, hear. Peace be with you. David Miller, Beverly Hills, Florida. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
