There is therefore now, no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, for the Law of the spirit of life has set us free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death. For God did what the law, weakened by flesh could not do. By sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh and for sin, He condemned sin in the flesh in order that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us who walk not according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. For those who walk according to the flesh set their minds on things of the flesh, but those who walk according to the Spirit set their minds on things of the Spirit.
Monday, August 23, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
What does it mean to be Reformed?
Over the past several month's, I've been doing a lot of studying, reading, and praying and all that has led to, what I believe, is the truth of Reformed theology. While I do not by any means claim to be an authority on Reformed theology, I have noticed a few things that seem to distinguish it from other sects of Christianity and religious groups.
I think the first thing to mention when explaining Reformed theology is it's extremely high view of scripture. Chris Rosebrough of Pirate Christian Radio does a show called Fighting for the Faith. During a podcast on October 16, 2008, Rosebrough talked about the Material Principle which is defined as the central doctrine a religion adheres to. He also explained the Formal Principle, which is similar, but is the authority which shapes said doctrine and usually explains where that doctrine comes from. Rosebrough explains that the Formal Principle is usually a text or the teachings of an individual that contains and explains the Material Principle. I thought I remembered him saying that the material principle of Reformed faith is Sovereignty of God and the formal principle is Sola Scriptura, but the PowerPoint slides say something different - however, Rosebrough is Lutheran, which is slightly different than Reformed, so that may explain it.
I think the first thing to mention when explaining Reformed theology is it's extremely high view of scripture. Chris Rosebrough of Pirate Christian Radio does a show called Fighting for the Faith. During a podcast on October 16, 2008, Rosebrough talked about the Material Principle which is defined as the central doctrine a religion adheres to. He also explained the Formal Principle, which is similar, but is the authority which shapes said doctrine and usually explains where that doctrine comes from. Rosebrough explains that the Formal Principle is usually a text or the teachings of an individual that contains and explains the Material Principle. I thought I remembered him saying that the material principle of Reformed faith is Sovereignty of God and the formal principle is Sola Scriptura, but the PowerPoint slides say something different - however, Rosebrough is Lutheran, which is slightly different than Reformed, so that may explain it.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Last day at Lane Bryant
Yesterday was my last day working at Lane Bryant. It was a sad day... a lot went on there that I didn't like dealing with, such as on-call shifts, pushing credit, slacking sales leaders, low pay and scattered minimal hours but despite all that, it really has been my favorite job so far.
One good thing that happened on my last day was I worked with someone, who, I think was my favorite customer to work with at the store. She came in kinda unsure what she was looking for, but she had a good-bye party her friends and colleagues were throwing her because she was moving to San Diego. She was looking for an outfit that wasn't too casual, but wasn't extremely formal either.
She ended up buying a dress that looked terrific on her especially after fitting her for a bra, and putting her in a pair of Spanx! With this one customer, I had the privilege of doing everything that I loved about working at Lane Bryant! I got to put her in an awesome looking outfit, fit her for a bra, and add the finishing touches of Spanx and other accessories, all while seeing her looks of surprise, and her confidence and excitement grow as we added each piece!
One good thing that happened on my last day was I worked with someone, who, I think was my favorite customer to work with at the store. She came in kinda unsure what she was looking for, but she had a good-bye party her friends and colleagues were throwing her because she was moving to San Diego. She was looking for an outfit that wasn't too casual, but wasn't extremely formal either.
She ended up buying a dress that looked terrific on her especially after fitting her for a bra, and putting her in a pair of Spanx! With this one customer, I had the privilege of doing everything that I loved about working at Lane Bryant! I got to put her in an awesome looking outfit, fit her for a bra, and add the finishing touches of Spanx and other accessories, all while seeing her looks of surprise, and her confidence and excitement grow as we added each piece!
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