Latte's Musing's - "Screaming at the top of my lungs"

Latte's Musing's

Apr. 18, 2009

"Screaming at the top of my lungs"

"I feel like I'm standing in the middle of a crowded room, screaming at the top of my lungs and no one even looks up!"

Ya'll know what movie that is quoted from?-sad to say before I was married I could quote that whole movie (probably still could ;-)

So do you ever feel like that quote? Especially when you are speaking to someone concerning your faith, or scripture, or anything to do with the Lord? I know I have felt that way more times than I care to count. But through my frustration (at those unwilling to listen) I learned so much. I learned that my frustration was not seen as frustration for truth it was seen as anger, resentment, and even arrogance! I have never ever wanted anyone to see it that way and yet...that is what they saw. So where did I go wrong, where in my search for truth and my desire to share with others what the Lord has shown our family did I go from sharing/questioning to what they saw in me?

My answer is; I personally don't think we did one simple thing before we began each conversation, and that is pray. For our family to pray before we started talking, for to the Lord to lead us in our talks with others. Maybe they would still see what we said as wrong, but I would rather be wrong (to them or whatever) and have them still feel like I respected them than to be wrong and have see this family as arrogant.

Don't get me wrong I know we can't make everyone happy, but I just think we (especially me) need to come at it with a better heart. Less bitter about the fact that no matter how loud I yell, few will hear what our family has to say. I am okay with that (well not really I want everyone to feel the Lords love the way I do or better!)

So while few will ever hear what Thor and I have to say, we pray we always have the mind of Christ (and the meekness of Paul) when speaking...This is my apology to you.

Love,
Faith

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Apr. 19, 2009 - Untitled Comment

Posted by 2boysmom

I know exactly what you mean. I've tried and failed to show my extended family the importance and blessings of having a relationship with Christ, but it always turns out the same - they see me as "preachy". That was never my intention, yet I find it hard to explain with passion and not step on toes.
What's the answer? Sometimes I just pray for them and leave the changing to God. I can't change anyone. God has to call them to Himself, just as he called me. I basically have the task of showing His love.
I once read this somewhere - I have no idea where - that said "are they bringing all they have to the table?" I find myself coming back to that saying when dealing with lost loved ones. They are bringing all they have to the table. They are spiritually blind and I can't open their eyes - only God can. He can use me, but it's in His timing, by His method.
I guess all we can do is be the willing vessel that is always ready - in case we're called upon.
So - yes - pray before all encounters. Be ready to act on His behalf.

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Apr. 19, 2009 - Be who you are no matter what.

Posted by Your Mom

Hey thats always the problem with being a christian. And I too had to learn the same thing and the hard way, sad to say.but when we talk to anyone at all about the way we live in our christian walk, we have too remember not everyone is going to agree with us even our own fellow christians. But we are to still love everyone & if you want someone to understand you pray for them the understanding of what you are saying . But God knows who we are he uses us the best way he can . But you Know , we should always pray before we do anything that pertains to standing up for the lord. God will give to you the wisdom & the words you need at all times. I talked with many people without thinking God gave me the words to say , they came out of my mouth before I even knew what was happening but what I said at that time made great sense Everyone that heard me stopped talking & then agreed. I knew where that came from & it was not from me, it was from him who is in me. I thank God for helping me each time. But I also thank god every day for everything in my life good or bad. Cause he is always with me. Just stay true to God & to yourself. And I always say pray about everything. Always be humble to our lord in prayers.

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