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PattyCakes 06-15-2015 04:05 PM
As a Christian who has moved to different parts of the country several times, I have some experience in "church shopping." The main indicator, for me, is God's presence in the service, and whether or not that "still, small voice" says, "OK, this is it." And, believe me, it does just that.

Villager Joyce 06-15-2015 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by PattyCakes (Post 1074679)
As a Christian who has moved to different parts of the country several times, I have some experience in "church shopping." The main indicator, for me, is God's presence in the service, and whether or not that "still, small voice" says, "OK, this is it." And, believe me, it does just that.
Exactly.

gap2415 06-15-2015 06:56 PM
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Originally Posted by PennBF (Post 1074131)
Going back to the original note. There is a book "The Believing Brain" being written by a very respected researcher and as mentioned in prior notes the question is raised regarding the theory that first a person decides what they
believe and then proceed to build support for that belief. . The book is meant to raise some interest in the subject and stimulate the brain to consider the theory. I guess the note was to pass on the question to readers and not to try to get a specific answer nor proposing anyone accept the theory. It is clear that most readers did and do not understand the purpose behind the note and misunderstood it as a means of trying to convince rather than stimulating thought.:ohdear:
Have you read this book? I found a copy on thriftbooks.com. Might be a topic for discussion if several read it and get an online of the arguments put forth.

PennBF 06-15-2015 07:24 PM
Have Read
 
I know I said I would not write any more notes since some think the subject does not belong in this stream. But to answer a question, I did read the book. I sourced it from Amazon.com. I agree it would be interesting if some read the book and there was a discussion regarding what some think or argue. I saw a couple of inputs that said the writer did some research regarding their choices and are happy with the results. This may or may not substantiate the author assertion?:ho:

sunnyatlast 06-16-2015 12:57 PM
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Originally Posted by PattyCakes (Post 1074679)
As a Christian who has moved to different parts of the country several times, I have some experience in "church shopping." The main indicator, for me, is God's presence in the service, and whether or not that "still, small voice" says, "OK, this is it." And, believe me, it does just that.
Exactly.

The Spirit's presence is palpable, not morgue-like.


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