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Old 02-11-2008, 12:05 PM
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Re: Pushing or Praying?

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Originally Posted by cneasttx View Post
I think it is ok to encourage the youth, but if we push it's more likely to cause some to rebel.
I think for some it does. On the other hand, I am thinking that it could also train them to rely on emotion and not on a deep commitment in their heart.

I keep thinking of a time when the instructions had been conveyed to "make a joyful NOISE" to the Lord.

So, struggling one day in prayer I began to clap really loud and began praising the Lord really loud! lol I felt so frustrated. I said, out loud, "Oh, forget it."

I knelt by the bed and simply and quietly said, "I love you Jesus."

His Spirit came in like a flood. So, it was a lesson for me. I'll never forget that.

Perhaps it was only - do what you feel in your heart and don't compare your walk, prayer and worship with others.
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