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@DownMoreThanUp my dear brother, your post was like balm to my wounds. How great it is that these spirits can be banished simply by rebuking in Jesus' name. My prison was in not knowing I was afflicted with the spirit of rejection until I humbled myself and really listened to God.

And it is in part thanks to you, @Realness and @heartathome and your posts that I was shown this spirit.

I am at peace. The Enemy is still trying to dampen this peace but God is stronger.

Happy Christmas Eve my friends 🎄

You're in my prayers as always 🙏 ❤️

@ENKELI My heart rejoices hearing you speak these words. The love of The Father is worth suffering for! His Love is truly out of this World! And there is nothing better than to trample your enemies underneath the soles of your feet. Humbly sitting in front of Jesus teach, learning get to know Him fully in His love over you, no longer like Martha to be.

@Appleblossom @AuntGlow @Realness @heartathome

Talking about pure Ecstasy and no other substance needed than Eating The Fruit of The Tree of Life instead of right and wrong!

If the food you dine on makes your heart ill you are not Dining on your Father's Will.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. @DownMoreThanUp You're up early! Did you get much sleep last night? 💛

@heartathome Got about 3 hours in my first sleep. Father had work for me to do in the darkness of the night, like usual.😁 Hopefully get a bit more shut eye in my next sleep.

You're pretty early yourself sis! A Good Morning to you.

@ENKELI @AuntGlow @Appleblossom @Realness

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@heartathome @ENKELI @AuntGlow @Appleblossom @Realness

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Hi @heartathome , @DownMoreThanUp , @Appleblossom , @ENKELI ,

Luke 15 today.

- Tax collectors and "sinners" crowding around Jesus

- The religious ones muttering, "Look at who Jesus mixes with!"

- Jesus responds with three parables.

- Parable of the Lost Sheep - the Shepherd leaves the ninety nine to find the one that is missing - more joy in heaven over one sinner that repents than ninety-nine who have no need of repentance.

- Parable of the Lost Coin - all of the woman's attention is on finding the lost coin - God's angels are happy when even one person repents.

- Parable of the Lost Son - While the son was still a long way off, his Father saw him and was filled with compassion. He ran, threw his arms around his neck, and kissed him.

- Older son not happy - Father tells him, "You are always with me, and everything I have is yours. But we had to celebrate and rejoice, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again, was lost and is found."

I love the image of our Heavenly Father looking out for each lost child from a long way off. I might be wrong but I don't think we're meant to identify with the 99, 9 or older son. None of us is that good. We all miss God's way in many ways and need His constant forgiveness. To be self-righteous and/or unforgiving of others is also to be lost. The moment of being found and forgiven is ongoing and meant to stay fresh.

Thank you @Realness

I know there is so much in the parables that I don't see!

Each time I read the Bible, it convicts me to the point of me feeling really bad about myself. I think that's why I struggle so much to read the Word.

I don't repent unless it's something I see in me or remember someone I've hurt. I know I'm a sinner, but I don't repent every day.

I hope no one thinks less of me but I'm going to be honest. I always doubt my salvation but know it since seeing it in black and white! Maybe I'm living my life my own way. I hope God can hold onto me! 💛

Hi @heartathome ,

Thanks for your honest reply.

God's forgiveness in Jesus Is complete and covers everything past, present and future.

God just looks for the Holy Spirit / faith in His Son. You've got that. You've got everything Jesus wants.

It's not about daily conscious repentance. We're meant to feel secure in God's grace.

Of course God can hold on to you - He loves you to bits.

Sorry if my comments were confusing or misleading. I just think the 99, 9, and older son may also represent the Pharisees who were confident in their own righteousness. And identifying too much with that group may be making the same mistake.

Hi @heartathome , @DownMoreThanUp ,

It's getting close to Christmas Day and those big family dos.

I'm breathing deeply and preparing myself. How about you?

We will be driving about three hours to the function tomorrow and possibly/probably sleeping over. It may be a long time of intense socialising.

To everyone on this thread I wish you a manageable day tomorrow.

Our bible study recently studied the parable of the lost son, and I struggled with it. I would kinda feel p****d off too if I was the older brother!

My mother was a self-righteous Christian! Hmm. I hope I'm not like her! Something to think about.

When I knew it was about repentance and being welcomed into God's kingdom, I felt ashamed of myself. That's what I love about bible study. It gets me thinking about things! That's what I love about your bible readings too. Thank you @Realness ! 💛