Comments on: Trusting God When We Cannot Trace Him

By: Daniel

Daniel — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 04:37:33 +0000

thanks for this post, Pastor!

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trusting God when we cannot trace him « living as dead — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 01:26:00 +0000

[...] God when we cannot trace him Some great thoughts from Tullian Tchividjian on his blog, On Earth as it is in Heaven. He includes some excerpts [...]

By: JD Curtis

JD Curtis — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 18:36:09 +0000

Chuck Tiedje said: God has been blessing both of us with critical challenges, Tullian, so I am able to empathize with you more than I might have otherwise. He’s hit me in one of my most cherished areas – pride. I don’t know if you feel that he’s touched a particularly susceptible place for you, but “I feel your pain” if he has…….

Aww Chuck, youre not a bad person. I’m sure there are times when alot of us are a bit too proud and have to be brought down a notch or two by the Allmighty. Myself included. Let’s keep “looking UP” and pray that we become closer in our relationship to God for it.

By: Nan

Nan — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:57:46 +0000

It is definitely a difficult time at CRPC, I am very sadden at our loss of Dr. Wilson and Samuel Meztger, two outstanding musicians and worship leaders to say the least. I really hope that our traditional service is not on it’s way out. I realize that traditional worship style is not very popular or fashionable today, but it holds a great respect for and is very honoring to God. I am praying for the church.

By: Alicia (Davis) Clark

Alicia (Davis) Clark — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:51:56 +0000

Tullian, time at home right now, getting ready for the arrival of our 1st son (due in 2 weeks!), has given me more time to spend on the computer… so I’ve been eagerly keeping up just a bit w/the goings on at CRPC these last few weeks. As saddened as I’ve been for all that you & your family, and the church have been going through, I’m challenged & encouraged to see how you have & are embracing this journey as from the Lord (loved the Packer quote), & seeking to glorify and honor Him faithfully through it… and I am most deeply encouraged by your unwavering stance on Christ alone and His gospel throughout it all, no matter what else comes or fades away. He IS getting glory through this, & will continue to… I’m excited to watch as His desires for CR and Ft. Lauderdale continue to unfold as you and your flock seek to die to yourselves & live with utter joy the gospel-centered lives He’s called you to. How precious to be reminded of your grandmother’s beautiful example of a life completely centered on & surrendered to Christ, too… I needed to hear that song & message again! Give my love & hello to Kim!

By: PGM

PGM — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:05:58 +0000

J.I Packer’s wise words ring melodious sounds of the gospel message. “Making something of us that we have not attained yet” gives point to the second verse in the song of creation, fall, and redemption. The fact that he describes it as “unexpected” suggest that the first verse of what had been created soon found itself in the sinful hands of man. The good news is that the third verse of redemption is not far behind. It is always a three verse song with a glorious crescendo. Creation, fall, and redemption: the sweetest music ever made.

By: Rick and Sandra

Rick and Sandra — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:48:24 +0000

Great words revealing the Sovereignty of God. Thank you for encouraging our hearts during turbulent times. Such a sustained comfort to know that He has ordained our daily trials and tribulations before the creation of time.
I am grateful for the power of His presence. We continue to pray for our one new church and for the recovery of your dad.

By: Robin Revier

Robin Revier — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:07:31 +0000

Perhaps he means to strengthen us in patience, good humor, compassion, humility, or meekness, by giving us some extra practice in exercising these graces under especially difficult conditions. (it has always been comforting for me, in the end of (or during) some great trial, to trust that God is in complete control at all times…no matter what I’ve done, or how foolish I’ve behaved.)

Published by: Multnomah Books
Ten Dumb Things Smart Christians Believe -Larry Osborne

The author claims in Ch. 6, under this caption: ‘Don’t Blame God’ p.93

And I quote: “The bible makes it clear that there are a number of scenarios where the dark trials of our lives have nothing to do with God’s wonderful plan for our lives.” He also says,” God is in control, but that doesn’t mean he’s the direct cause of everything that happens.

Is this a doctrinal issue?

I heard the author on 90.3, and the discussion went well enough to spark an interest in the book. But can you please tell me your opinion on this Tullian, because I have been wrestling with this notion, since I put the book down on my night stand two weeks ago. -Thank you.

By: Chuck Tiedje

Chuck Tiedje — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 20:01:14 +0000

God has been blessing both of us with critical challenges, Tullian, so I am able to empathize with you more than I might have otherwise. He’s hit me in one of my most cherished areas – pride. I don’t know if you feel that he’s touched a particularly susceptible place for you, but “I feel your pain” if he has…….

You and you family continue to be in prayers every day – let’s both KEEP LOOKING UP!

By: Janine

Janine — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:22:15 +0000

PEACE!!