Kevin wrote to Judy: > I am not saying you are doing nothing of value. > I simply ASKED you about your fruit, you way > brings forth. This is a simple question. The > way you are reacting and the lack of ANY direct > response would seem to make it clear, that you > have a guilty conscience, in this area.
I would be very careful of surmising a guilty conscience under these circumstances. My guess is that Judy's place in the body is as someone who waters. In other words, her fruit is seen in helping those who have already come to Christ learn to walk in the love of Christ, believe the Scriptures, know what the Scriptures teach, and other such matters that pertain to godliness. Please don't be afraid to shift gears in this forum, and especially do not be afraid to treat women here as the weaker vessel. That means, consider being especially gentle and approachable, kind of like the way you might treat an expensive ming vase as opposed to a cheap vase from the dollar store. Surely there are different ways of asking people questions that would make them less defensive. I might venture to guess that your approach to speaking to her is from the perspective of an Inquisitor of the Spanish Inquisition, and she feels somewhat defensive from that, but then knowing that she ought not defend herself or justify herself, she remains quiet like Jesus was before Pilate. Keep in mind that silence does not always indicate guilt or conviction. I have the utmost confidence that Judy bears good fruit to the Lord. I desire for her to appreciate your role in the body of Christ, but I certainly do not question her role while seeking to help her understand and appreciate public preaching. Peace be with you. David Miller, Beverly Hills, Florida. ---------- "Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer every man." (Colossians 4:6) http://www.InnGlory.org If you do not want to receive posts from this list, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and you will be unsubscribed. If you have a friend who wants to join, tell him to send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and he will be subscribed.
