Comments on: Let’s Grow A Pair http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/ Carlos Whittaker's Weblog Sat, 20 Mar 2010 14:57:13 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: How Much Do You Have To Hate Somebody Not To… | the third place http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-357429 How Much Do You Have To Hate Somebody Not To… | the third place Thu, 18 Mar 2010 21:06:37 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-357429 [...] just watched this video over on Ragamuffin Soul and had to share it. This is an unusual perspective from an atheist, and it really challenged me. [...] [...] just watched this video over on Ragamuffin Soul and had to share it. This is an unusual perspective from an atheist, and it really challenged me. [...]

]]> By: Nick_Hempsey http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252476 Nick_Hempsey Fri, 26 Dec 2008 10:28:47 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252476 We're about to witness some massive life change bro. We need to be praying for this dude. In a way, Penn has been blinded much the same way Paul was. Penn didn't see God coming, now he can't stop thinking about it, God is in this dudes head. The seed has been planted, now it's time for some watering ladies and gentlemen! We're about to witness some massive life change bro. We need to be praying for this dude. In a way, Penn has been blinded much the same way Paul was. Penn didn't see God coming, now he can't stop thinking about it, God is in this dudes head. The seed has been planted, now it's time for some watering ladies and gentlemen!

]]> By: Justin Brackett http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252426 Justin Brackett Fri, 26 Dec 2008 03:51:13 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252426 I saw this last week. Honestly it made me stop and think about my life and the way I choose to live. The comes to mind that: "Every time I sin, I lie to those around me about who God is". Thanks for posting this, I hope that it helps more of the church take a long look at the life they are living vs the words they are saying. I saw this last week. Honestly it made me stop and think about my life and the way I choose to live. The comes to mind that: "Every time I sin, I lie to those around me about who God is". Thanks for posting this, I hope that it helps more of the church take a long look at the life they are living vs the words they are saying.

]]> By: Chris http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252198 Chris Tue, 23 Dec 2008 23:39:07 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252198 I know where your comin from dude. I think the exact same thing, but God's been showing me we also have to look at what the disciples did after Jesus went back to heaven. Look at Peter or Paul (yea i know he wasnt an original disciple) the traveled around speaking and many times got beat or kicked out because of it. Sure some people would come up and ask, but they also would speak and speak and speak some more. And as far as proselytizing out of compultion from man. You dont have to feel compelled by God for everything you do. Just because you dont feel that fuzzy feeling or because God isnt speaking to you clearly is no reason not to share the gospel. God will use that and honor your effort. I know where your comin from dude. I think the exact same thing, but God's been showing me we also have to look at what the disciples did after Jesus went back to heaven. Look at Peter or Paul (yea i know he wasnt an original disciple) the traveled around speaking and many times got beat or kicked out because of it. Sure some people would come up and ask, but they also would speak and speak and speak some more. And as far as proselytizing out of compultion from man. You dont have to feel compelled by God for everything you do. Just because you dont feel that fuzzy feeling or because God isnt speaking to you clearly is no reason not to share the gospel. God will use that and honor your effort.

]]> By: eric http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252121 eric Tue, 23 Dec 2008 08:47:56 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252121 Hmmm... Love it... really got me thinking.<br><br>I think I often cling to what Peter says "be ready to give an answer for the hope that lies within you..." my rationale is that if nobody's asking the question, then why should I be giving the answer?<br><br>Isn't that what Jesus did? His reputation preceeded Him and people wanted to know what He was all about. Then He responded to their inquiries... Same with Paul. In fact, Jesus' use of parables was intented to disguise the truth from those who weren't really interested. Mark 4 (look it up)<br><br>I want to know why our reputations don't have more people asking us about the hope that lies within us? Why do we have to be on the verbal offensive all the time. <br><br>Just being honest... Maybe not what you wanted to hear, but honest. <br><br>Too many times I've proselytized out of compulsion from man rather than compulsion from God. I am in no way suggesting that is what happened here. I truly believe that God compelled that man to give him the Bible and if He compels you to do the same, by all means "be ready" to do so! Hmmm… Love it… really got me thinking.

I think I often cling to what Peter says “be ready to give an answer for the hope that lies within you…” my rationale is that if nobody's asking the question, then why should I be giving the answer?

Isn't that what Jesus did? His reputation preceeded Him and people wanted to know what He was all about. Then He responded to their inquiries… Same with Paul. In fact, Jesus' use of parables was intented to disguise the truth from those who weren't really interested. Mark 4 (look it up)

I want to know why our reputations don't have more people asking us about the hope that lies within us? Why do we have to be on the verbal offensive all the time.

Just being honest… Maybe not what you wanted to hear, but honest.

Too many times I've proselytized out of compulsion from man rather than compulsion from God. I am in no way suggesting that is what happened here. I truly believe that God compelled that man to give him the Bible and if He compels you to do the same, by all means “be ready” to do so!

]]> By: Penn Gets a Bible - tonymccollum.com http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252122 Penn Gets a Bible - tonymccollum.com Tue, 23 Dec 2008 03:00:26 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252122 [...] saw this video on Carlos Whittaker’s blog and I found it to be very interesting.  There’s just something about being loving and [...] [...] saw this video on Carlos Whittaker’s blog and I found it to be very interesting.  There’s just something about being loving and [...]

]]> By: Kurt_E http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252106 Kurt_E Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:51:34 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252106 Love it, I actually live in Vegas, and serve as one of the Pastors at a church here. In my opinion this "big guy" took an approach to Penn just like Jesus would have done - and it is obvious that the complements he gave Penn were genuine because God has burned a deep compassion for him on his heart. I agree, very challenging. Thanks for sharing the video. Love it, I actually live in Vegas, and serve as one of the Pastors at a church here. In my opinion this “big guy” took an approach to Penn just like Jesus would have done – and it is obvious that the complements he gave Penn were genuine because God has burned a deep compassion for him on his heart. I agree, very challenging. Thanks for sharing the video.

]]> By: Isaac Downing http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252101 Isaac Downing Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:04:52 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252101 "How much do you have to hate somebody..."<br><br>convicting insights. “How much do you have to hate somebody…”

convicting insights.

]]> By: Joey http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252100 Joey Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:47:26 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252100 Hey Man....like your blog and I am adding you to my reads. Merry Christmas! Hey Man….like your blog and I am adding you to my reads. Merry Christmas!

]]> By: Joey http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/2008/12/lets-grow-a-pair/#comment-252098 Joey Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:39:35 +0000 http://www.ragamuffinsoul.com/?p=6362#comment-252098 When something is given in love, then it will be received in love. My prayer is now for the one that will water the seed for the increase to come. It does not change the truth of God's existence that another does not believe. The life of God can be seen in a true believers eyes. Love conquers all! When something is given in love, then it will be received in love. My prayer is now for the one that will water the seed for the increase to come. It does not change the truth of God's existence that another does not believe. The life of God can be seen in a true believers eyes. Love conquers all!

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