Well, since it's almost Christmas Eve (a couple of hours to go), I thought I'd drop in and leave a quick note to wish everyone well and to give a brief update. As you can tell, I haven't posted an entry since my victory became complete in NaNoWriMo. I've kind of taken a breather from being in front of a computer. Can you blame me? Goodness...
I've been busy in the meantime. I'm about halfway into my first class through Berean - Intro to Pentecostal Doctrine. The actual lessons have been interesting and the supplemental reading on the Holy Spirit has been a challenge. I have to admit, I've been a typical American Christian most of my walk with God. What that means is that I think I know the Bible. But when it comes right down to it, my doctrine is a bit sloppy. If not non-existent. But this course has given me a new perspective on doctrine. Usually, pentecostals are not big lovers of deep doctrine. It's all about grace and love, man! But if you don't have sound doctrine, you're going to be blown about. Paul many times discussed how Timothy and other leaders need to lock into the truth and never compromise. Oh, how the church compromises.
I'm going to dig into the Baptism of the Holy Spirit tomorrow morning. Sure, I believe in it. It's an unleashing of the Spirit in the believer for service and strength. I'm starting to see an addition to my desire to see people walk in their calling. You need to experience God through the Spirit before you're going to have the courage to face the onslaught of the enemy and meet your destiny head-on. God needs to unlock your heart to follow Him. That happens as Jesus pours Himself out on the believer.
I think. Like I said, I'm reading it tomorrow.
Anyhow, Tricia and I are going to wrap presents now. Then I'm going to bed. I'm going to get up to study, but I don't have to set the alarm. First time in weeks for that. Yahoo! Maybe a real night of sleep.
Merry Christmas to all who happen by here. May the little baby in the manger be the triumphant King, reigning forever in your heart.
Walk with God...
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