Romans 14:1Â Welcome with open arms fellow believers who don’t see things the way you do. And don’t jump all over them every time they do or say something you don’t agree with-even when it seems that they are strong on opinions but weak in the faith department. Remember, they have their own history to deal with. Treat them gently. (The Message)
It is important to remember that each person has their own story. We each are uniquely crafted by God to minister in our purpose. Our life experiences minister in our scope of influence, which is ultimately determined by the Lord. We become the living Word that God is proclaiming in our life.
If your ministry happens to be empowerment, expect to first become helpless. If your ministry happens to be renewal or rejuvenation, expect to first become weak. A person will never be able to lead anyone else somewhere that they have never been before. That’s why it is important to not become judgemental toward people and to listen to the testimonies of others. By welcoming each other and accepting our differences, we help bridge the gap! God’s family is made up of many people with various backgrounds ~each one can teach one!
~SUGA~
Mrs. Misenheimer
Hi, I agree. It does not matter where we have been but where we are going. If someone has some flaws in their doctrine then we should lovingly try to explain it to them. Then pray for them and allow them to do what they will with it.
But I don’t think that a person has to have an experience with something to be able to lead someone out of it. I witness to people all the time about problems that I have never faced and they come out of it. It is all the Lord working through us. But I knew what you were meaning.
Blessings
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