[soc.religion.christian] John 17:19

ROBERT@kontu.utu.fi (Robert W. Johnson) (04/06/91)

For their sakes i sanctify myself, that they themselves also may be 
sanctified in truth.  John 17:19.

One thing is certain, that while there is anything between you and your Lord
you can only weaken others.  You cannot uplift them.  When they are low, you
will bring them lower.  When they feel heavy, your coming will only add to
their heaviness.  Instead of being an asset in the fellowship of God's people
you will contribute nothing, but rather detract from its strength. 

But if all is clear between you and Him the reverse is true.  Your very
presence can be a benediction, bringing reshness to those who are jaded and
adding life to the whole worship of the saints, to their prayers and to theri
praises.  Maintain a vital touch with God yourself, and you may well be used
to restore that same vital touch with Him to those who may seem to have lost
it.

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Robert W. Johnson
Computer center, The University of Turku, Turku Finland
robert@kontu.utu.fi 	(InterNet)
robert@firien.bitnet    (BITNET)

The preceeding is my opinion and may not express the opinion of my employer
and furthermore has nothing to do with my employment.