tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post6833139970947853589..comments2024-03-27T14:26:25.469-07:00Comments on Saved by Grace: Schooling is for Christians, Not Just for FishLaurie Colletthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-8456705822929685822015-05-29T02:42:44.197-07:002015-05-29T02:42:44.197-07:00Thanks. God bless you too. Hope you have had a goo...Thanks. God bless you too. Hope you have had a good week!Arithahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12580084913655106441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-50786502453756679172015-05-28T09:46:24.532-07:002015-05-28T09:46:24.532-07:00Thanks so much, Tina, for your lovely comment and ...Thanks so much, Tina, for your lovely comment and for hosting such a wonderful party!<br />God bless,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-3309697411199133602015-05-28T04:35:38.677-07:002015-05-28T04:35:38.677-07:00This is a really interesting metaphor. Thanks for ...This is a really interesting metaphor. Thanks for joining us at Booknificent Thursdays this week! Always great to have you!<br />TinaTina at Mommynificent.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08126804458372736293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-60001271727006139942015-05-22T09:34:18.671-07:002015-05-22T09:34:18.671-07:00Thanks, Deb, for your sweet comment and for hostin...Thanks, Deb, for your sweet comment and for hosting!<br />May you have a blessed weekend!<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-38680167005509085472015-05-22T09:33:41.080-07:002015-05-22T09:33:41.080-07:00Ariella, I love this Spurgeon quote, and how appro...Ariella, I love this Spurgeon quote, and how appropriate for this blog post! Thank you so much for posting it. Without Christ in our life and in our churches, we can do nothing.<br />God bless,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-78435788416123880342015-05-22T06:18:49.425-07:002015-05-22T06:18:49.425-07:00Great post. Thanks for linking up this week at the...Great post. Thanks for linking up this week at the Best of the Blogosphere Linky Party!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05597500850623653392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-28343197671738820522015-05-22T02:02:24.586-07:002015-05-22T02:02:24.586-07:00Thank you so very much. I places this morning a qu...Thank you so very much. I places this morning a quote from C. H Spurgeon on my Google+ site:<br /><br /> <br /><br />It is Christ's presence that confers success. It was His will that drew the fish to the net as He sat in Peter's boat. It was His presence on the dry land that drew the fish to the right side of the ship. Christ's presence in the midst of the Church is the Church's power. (C.H Spurgeon)Arithahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12580084913655106441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-68861915510843168212015-05-21T19:31:52.181-07:002015-05-21T19:31:52.181-07:00Thank you, Karren, for your visit and lovely comme...Thank you, Karren, for your visit and lovely comment! I'm blessed to hear you enjoyed the post!<br />May you have a blessed week in Him,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-80965411351342899342015-05-21T19:18:22.365-07:002015-05-21T19:18:22.365-07:00Such a good analogy the school of fish, a congrega...Such a good analogy the school of fish, a congregation of Christians is much strong together than just one. Thank you for your post, I enjoyed reading it.<br />Thank you for your visit.<br />Be blessed in the coming week!<br />KarrenKarren Hallerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00570703894205150055noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-12967621433281195812015-05-20T13:52:50.286-07:002015-05-20T13:52:50.286-07:00Great analogy, Donald! If the bride of Christ focu...Great analogy, Donald! If the bride of Christ focus only on herself, she loses the joy of her relationship to the Bridegroom. Others who are not yet in the church, or bride of Christ, will not see the true benefit of being in that relationship and will be resistant to salvation. Thanks as always for your comment, and God bless,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-58387624291249797362015-05-20T09:30:04.022-07:002015-05-20T09:30:04.022-07:00Hebrews 10:25 is vital for Christians. A marriage...Hebrews 10:25 is vital for Christians. A marriage where one partner is only concerned about his or her own needs soon become just a sham, offering little happiness to either partner. In the same way, churches where people are only concerned with their own benefits soon become a sham church, offring notheirn of real value to anyone. Donald Fishgrabhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11977970195032209188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-44275756365506750282015-05-20T06:14:23.072-07:002015-05-20T06:14:23.072-07:00So very well said, Hazel! God designed us to need ...So very well said, Hazel! God designed us to need Him, and He is glorified when we love Him and love one another. May believers support and encourage one another through their local church, and may unbelievers realize that they will never be at peace without Him. <br />Thank you so much for you encouraging and insightful comment and for hosting!<br />God bless,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-17026195813582652262015-05-19T22:37:16.354-07:002015-05-19T22:37:16.354-07:00Your examples of swimming together in schools for ...Your examples of swimming together in schools for protection from predators and also for fellowship, encouragement and company were excellent. I am reminded of the scripture that tells us to gather together often for prayer, singing, praise, and even more so as the day approaches of His soon coming. Churches do have personalities, and it is amazing how unbelievers gather for fellowship in clubs, lodges, and activities. People need people, and the greatest need is to first fill up that lonely void with Jesus. Thank you for your excellent words shared with us here at Tell me a Story.a joyful noisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08712092116466408490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-91433694121564545812015-05-19T20:12:08.068-07:002015-05-19T20:12:08.068-07:00Amen, Mary -- may our churches encourage those who...Amen, Mary -- may our churches encourage those who are hurting to find, trust and grow close to Him! I am so blessed to hear that you enjoyed the post!<br />Love in Christ,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-35723162906569599822015-05-19T20:04:38.499-07:002015-05-19T20:04:38.499-07:00Thank you, Momo, for your words of encouragement! ...Thank you, Momo, for your words of encouragement! Praise God that you belong to a church that is a light to the community. It is a blessing in our church also to participate in their "Back Lot" ministry to neighborhood youth.<br />God bless,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-48402553866684809252015-05-19T20:01:37.376-07:002015-05-19T20:01:37.376-07:00Amen, Mary! Praise God for His amazing grace, love...Amen, Mary! Praise God for His amazing grace, love, mercy and patience! May we keep our eyes fixed on Him and move toward Him as one body. <br />Thanks so much for your lovely comment, and may you have a blessed week also!<br />Laurie <br />Laurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-60378238474435114432015-05-19T19:52:26.575-07:002015-05-19T19:52:26.575-07:00So true. We have to swim together as Christians, s...So true. We have to swim together as Christians, supporting one another and lifting one another up, taking care of the weakest members and protecting them. Church is a place for wounded and sinners to come to Jesus for healing and sanctification. I enjoyed reading your post so much. :)Mary Hillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05364984522554522146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-28798517157748455132015-05-19T15:39:52.602-07:002015-05-19T15:39:52.602-07:00Thank you Laurie. I never thought about all the b...Thank you Laurie. I never thought about all the benefits of a school of fish before, and how we as a church can be like that. I love that our church reaches out to our community. We all need to be careful that we do not become a social club, for sure. Your words are encouraging and affirming!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03246659817412465272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-57706934345866497722015-05-18T21:37:38.082-07:002015-05-18T21:37:38.082-07:00It is a beautiful thing when Christians can swim t...It is a beautiful thing when Christians can swim together in unity and accomplish the work of the kingdom here on earth. Too often we get in the way of that purpose when we get our eyes off Jesus and onto ourselves. Yet, He never gives up on us. Grace!<br />Thanks for dropping by and visiting me!<br /><br />Many blessings to you in the coming week,<br />MarySaleslady371https://www.blogger.com/profile/15962608799409882219noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-24519538493284950972015-05-17T18:10:43.396-07:002015-05-17T18:10:43.396-07:00Amen, Brenda -- may we always follow the Chief She...Amen, Brenda -- may we always follow the Chief Shepherd, and pray for the undershepherds of our churches to be sensitive and obedient to His leading. It sounds like you had a blessed service filled with the Spirit and with love one for another, praise God! May all our services be like this and honor Him!<br />May God bless you, your uplifting writing, and your ministries also.<br />Love in Christ,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-85921945094573136772015-05-17T17:53:14.196-07:002015-05-17T17:53:14.196-07:00Dear Frank,
I am blessed to hear that you enjoyed ...Dear Frank,<br />I am blessed to hear that you enjoyed the metaphor and the photo! It is sad that so many churches fall prey to attacks from the flesh, the world, and the devil. As you so rightly point out, this has been true since John wrote the book of Revelation, and it has continued through the present, no doubt getting worse as we draw near the End Times. But praise God, He will heal churches as well as nations if we humble ourselves and seek His face.<br /><br />Thanks as always for your insightful comment, and God bless,<br />LaurieLaurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-72728832159578699062015-05-17T09:07:46.190-07:002015-05-17T09:07:46.190-07:00Amen to all you have said here Laurie,
We, as the ...Amen to all you have said here Laurie,<br />We, as the body of Christ, must always remember who is the Head. It is beautiful when the Holy Spirit leads, and not man. <br />This morning I have been to the little church gathering that I attend, and it was absolutely lovely how the message of loving one another, and forgiving one another came through several different testimonies that were shared and the message that the speaker had prepared. <br />I have been singing all week the little song.' A new commandment I give unto you, that you love one another as I have loved you.'<br />God bless you Laurie in your church and in your personal ministry.<br />Brendahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16165344093549650260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-26162698062116253512015-05-17T07:41:48.194-07:002015-05-17T07:41:48.194-07:00Dear Laurie,
I just love the header photo you have...Dear Laurie,<br />I just love the header photo you have posted this week, since I have done coral reef snorkeling at the Red Sea, the Great Barrier Reef, the Canary Islands, and at Malta, along with a spot of diving at Rhodes. So I have a keen interest in marine life.<br />But to liken the Body of Christ to a school of fish is indeed original, as I have not seen this comparison before. And the matter of the devil looking for something to devour - have you ever watched any documentaries on marine life? Great schools of fish tighten into a swirling ball if threatened by sharks or whales.<br />The whales circle the swirling ball, forcing the fish to the surface, then dive into the ball itself, sucking into their mouth as many fish as possible, until the entire school is devoured.<br />This has made me think of the three "sharks" out to devour the church: The flesh, the world, and the devil. They swim around the "swirling ball" until fully devoured. This may give an answer to the seven churches in Western Turkey, to which John wrote a letter, recorded in the book of Revelation. To most of then, Jesus had warned that their lamp will go out if they don't repent of certain characteristics. We can see to this day that their lamps are long extinguished, they no longer exist.<br />But praise be to God that this has no need to happen. But relying on the grace and mercy of the Lord, churches can last a long time.<br />God bless.Frank E. Blasihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12218732913319387677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-63596853494729070952015-05-16T14:58:37.860-07:002015-05-16T14:58:37.860-07:00Thanks so much, Connie -- I'm blessed to hear ...Thanks so much, Connie -- I'm blessed to hear you enjoyed the post! Praise God that He has also placed you in a church home blessed by unity!<br />Love in Christ,<br />Laurie<br />Laurie Colletthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10676088158113572565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8901842915517693862.post-47559871439564972652015-05-16T12:13:56.452-07:002015-05-16T12:13:56.452-07:00Wonderful post, Laurie! Never thought about church...Wonderful post, Laurie! Never thought about churches as being like schools of fish. We are also blessed to be part of a church that moves, serves and worships God as one.Connie Arnoldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06264510809220669622noreply@blogger.com