(PTRSD) Post Traumatic Religious Syndrome
It seems there are acronyms for everything. The place where I work we have a Library dedicated to all the different acronyms used in that business. There are easily a thousand or more.
I got to thinking that I was sure happy that God did not talk in acronyms. He spoke clearly and precisely to the Prophets. Jesus also did the same and when necessary used a few parables.
I'm troubled that today we run around looking for answers to all our ills, when all the answers to our troubles can be found in one place. I often ask myself, "What am I doing ? Is what I'm about to do really necessary or is it just a religious exercise." This questions I ask myself constantly and quite frankly I fall short all the time.
We can distract ourselves with all kinds of things we feel are important. I don't think it's necessary to list these as I know we all have things in life that distract us from truly spending time seeking God.
My Wife said to me me recently, "What Wonders and Graces are Happening in your High and Mighty Places?" This took me back a few steps. I had to ask her why she would ask such a question. The reply was
not what I was expecting to hear. It went something like, "You are always so busy doing stuff, I wonder if you asked God if this is really what you need to be doing?" Ouch!!
So this is where I came up with (PTRSD) Post Traumatic Religious Syndrome. Religion being defined as being what you make a habit of doing. I wondered, how much of my day is spent just doing religious action. I may think I'm doing what I'm suppose to be doing, but am I really.
Where an I going to find the answers I'm looking for? Only through prayer and spending time in Gods word.
Prayer. The one action that I can do that gives me access to the Creator of the Universe. I think what I'm going to do when I go to prayer, is not just pray but pay careful attention to the answer.
After all, if I truly am going to call myself a Christian, a child of God, or a follower of Jesus Christ then it would only be natural to do what I'm taught through scripture and prayer.
Psalms 119; Verse 104 "Through thy precepts I get Understanding."
My prayer: Lord Jesus allow me this week to constantly remind myself that I am nothing without you.
That I was created for one purpose and one purpose only. To praise and worship you. Do not allow me to become religious in my actions. Do not allow me to confuse my will, with what it is you would have me do this week to praise, testify as to your truth and to glorify you. I welcome the opportunity to share you with others. In your Precious Holy Name Jesus. Amen. GBY
3 comments:
Good post. I believe the time you spent on this post was exactly what you were to be spending your time on. I have never thought seriously about getting a tatoo, but a statement I recently read caused me to consider making it a permanent part of my body. In thinking about why god created me and what my purpose is, the statement was made "whatever you do, do all for the glory of God." I considered putting that on my arm so I would be continually reminded that my purpose is "to glorify God." I am so far from doing that even occasionally, that I need a visable reminder that is always with me. I, too, desire to spend more time conversing with God, which means listening more. I have thought about spending more time at Sundance Meadows where I wouldn't be distracted by all of the stuff here at home.
Thank you for your input. I appreciate any and all comments. You might try meditating on Psalms 119:73
"Your hands made me and formed me, giv me understanding to larn your commands."
Looks like I missed a few "E's" Sorry
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