tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.comments2015-10-02T09:19:33.209-07:00Two More WitnessesMBhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-75564327534839872602015-10-02T09:19:33.209-07:002015-10-02T09:19:33.209-07:00Amen! Thank you for your encouragement, Maribeth! ...Amen! Thank you for your encouragement, Maribeth! Kinuko<br /><br />p.s. Maribeth, I'd like to share with you that one of our headcovering sisters was asked to "stop" covering her head during the worship time by her pastor last week, because it might cause "divisions" among church members. It saddened us greatly. However, the Lord has used this incident for all of us to grow in our faith and humility. You can read her sharing and the comforting comments of other headcovering sisters below (the comment section.)<br /><br />https://creationorder.wordpress.com/2015/08/15/letting-culture-dictate-our-religious-practices/petite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-39079094930515635302015-09-16T12:35:19.672-07:002015-09-16T12:35:19.672-07:00Blessed by your words and more so by your heart. L...Blessed by your words and more so by your heart. Love you lots. Praying for patience as you wait on the Lord(and others!). Mom Filbrunbefreehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13511785939851237078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-15287819423358324742015-09-16T09:55:14.146-07:002015-09-16T09:55:14.146-07:00Thank you Kinuko, for taking the time to listen. S...Thank you Kinuko, for taking the time to listen. Some news today made this all the more true. Press on to that high calling in Jesus.. MBMBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-52174493182965189922015-09-16T06:01:15.292-07:002015-09-16T06:01:15.292-07:00Truly profound post, Maribeth. There is His life i...Truly profound post, Maribeth. There is His life in your writings and thoughts, which flows into my heart like a sweet stream. I am so grateful to have known you. Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-33278921075045212442015-09-14T02:35:57.815-07:002015-09-14T02:35:57.815-07:00So beautiful, so touching! Thank you, Maribeth. I&...So beautiful, so touching! Thank you, Maribeth. I'm thinking of translating this poem into Japanese. In Christ, Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-91133085375236393442015-09-02T19:15:57.856-07:002015-09-02T19:15:57.856-07:00Kinuko- Will be interesting to hear your research....Kinuko- Will be interesting to hear your research. It's rather wonderful that Jesus gave us song, psalms and hymns for teaching and admonishing (Col. 3). I think it must be a hard road to be a popular pastor or song artist, so many temptations. <br /><br />I am so glad you find some refreshment here and share your thoughts as well! -MBMBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-33986853972204488252015-08-31T06:19:55.584-07:002015-08-31T06:19:55.584-07:00Dear Maribeth, thank you so much for your reply! T...Dear Maribeth, thank you so much for your reply! This week, I have been digging the issue of modern CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) movement and its background philosophy. Maribeth, sometimes, I feel like I am a lost child in the vast field, surrounded by so many different teachings, streams and my own sins! Whenever I come to your blog, however, I feel relieved, knowing that there is a person who is quietly thinking the deep issue. You are like an oasis for me!<br /><br />Yes, you are right. It's amazing that Eternal God gives us His Spirit. Regarding this theme, I've just started reading A.W.Tozer's "Man, The Dwelling Place of God." It find it very interesting and edifying. <br />Have a blessed week, Maribeth! from Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-66763817037229632015-08-27T12:53:41.140-07:002015-08-27T12:53:41.140-07:00Hello Kinuko!
There was a forum discussion online ...Hello Kinuko!<br />There was a forum discussion online by several philosophers, and while it was somewhat interesting, I realized I had never studied what God says about man's will. There are many references to man's spirit throughout the Word, which I think is closely related to the will. We are body, soul, and spirit; all three are from God and will return to Him. We know from creation that spirit is the breath of God (Genesis 2:7). Spirit, I think, is what defines a person. So it's incredible to know that Eternal God, gives us HIS SPIRIT, because ours only know the things of man (1 Cor 2). There is much more to learn.. There are so many good promises that are easy to argue about, and I forget they are true whether or not we can wrap our finite minds around them! -MBMBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-91186244229108106912015-08-27T01:26:47.657-07:002015-08-27T01:26:47.657-07:00Dear Maribeth,
Wonderful post. I'd like to ask...Dear Maribeth,<br />Wonderful post. I'd like to ask you; what made you decide to choose this theme? I mean, what motivated you to ponder the issue of human will and God's Will? It is a vital topic and I'd like to know your thought. Thank you!! Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-19809369696173470222015-08-10T03:17:40.127-07:002015-08-10T03:17:40.127-07:00Dear MB, hello, how are you? I came to your blog t...Dear MB, hello, how are you? I came to your blog to say hi to you.I hope you are fine. Your posts have inspired me and I am waiting for your next post!! <br />with love, Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-83185531975969048982015-06-06T23:35:44.728-07:002015-06-06T23:35:44.728-07:00Good morning, MB! Thank you for your generous perm...Good morning, MB! Thank you for your generous permission. Yes, you are right in saying that words can be so powerful. And your words are being used in a very uplifting way. <br /><br />As for the translation of this particular essay, I decided to use feminine style (in Japanese, there is a clear distinction between male writing style and female writing style. There is an attempt to annul this distinction from feminist side but I personally believe this distinction is something special and beautiful.) and wow, it turned out to be so beautiful! Here is a link;<br /><br />http://christiantestimonies.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-290.html<br /><br />Also, I want to testify one thing. Through the act of translation, God brought me into the thought-world where you live. This is a deep experience. In other words, He allowed me to dwell in and taste the richness in you. In fact, after translation, I felt I became richer inside. <br /><br />Thank you so much for your being as a witness for Christ.<br />Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-72319553293252990382015-06-06T14:11:52.360-07:002015-06-06T14:11:52.360-07:00Thank you for your encouragement, Kinuko! I find i...Thank you for your encouragement, Kinuko! I find it daunting to write sometimes because words can be so powerful, and I hope I never confuse or discourage anyone. You are welcome to translate this into Japanese. MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-17506179100206337302015-06-06T02:45:27.262-07:002015-06-06T02:45:27.262-07:00MB, I confess to you that I am a BIG fan of your w...MB, I confess to you that I am a BIG fan of your writings! I just love them. Your writings are the reflection of your deep thoughts and faith and are beautiful. Could you grant me permission to translate this post into Japanese? Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-71028230009502337942015-05-01T01:20:33.834-07:002015-05-01T01:20:33.834-07:00Good morning, MB. I just want to inform you joyous...Good morning, MB. I just want to inform you joyously that your poem was translated into Japanese and now it is on my blog. You can come to see how it looks:) I hope you like it! Here is a link;<br /><br />http://christiantestimonies.blog.fc2.com/blog-entry-270.htmlpetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-87177520314413577312015-04-29T23:27:59.541-07:002015-04-29T23:27:59.541-07:00Good morning, MB! Thank you so much for writing th...Good morning, MB! Thank you so much for writing the titles for me. It is so kind of you. I am going to check them out. with love and thanks, Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-38559974166164661762015-04-29T16:00:55.230-07:002015-04-29T16:00:55.230-07:00Kinuko- The chapter titles look like the sermon na...Kinuko- The chapter titles look like the sermon names. Which are, "The Obedience of Faith", "At Thy Word", "Elijah's Plea", "Love's Law and Life", "The Friends of Jesus", "The One Who Will Never See Death".MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-28831370649667024732015-04-29T16:00:06.230-07:002015-04-29T16:00:06.230-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-27540438601018336482015-04-29T01:08:14.979-07:002015-04-29T01:08:14.979-07:00Dear MB, thank you for your reply! Yesterday, I sh...Dear MB, thank you for your reply! Yesterday, I shared the content of this post with our Japanese readers and I linked your blog address. MB, I am interested in the book which you are reading now ("Being God's Friend"). Do you know the original sermon titles of this book? Maybe I will be able to find them and read online. Have a joyous day! Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-91982631306900789162015-04-29T00:56:35.151-07:002015-04-29T00:56:35.151-07:00Thank you so much! I think God gave you a poetic t...Thank you so much! I think God gave you a poetic talent. Whenever He inspires you to write a poem (and if you don't mind sharing with us), please write it to us!! Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-1877089685860875372015-04-27T11:30:08.550-07:002015-04-27T11:30:08.550-07:00I will have to look up that sermon. Have always en...I will have to look up that sermon. Have always enjoyed Spurgeon's sermons. I am reading his book "Being God's Friend". It is so humbling and beautiful; I read a few paragraphs and have to put it down just to let it sink in! Have a blessed day, Kinuko!MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-40711213371233823422015-04-27T11:26:46.123-07:002015-04-27T11:26:46.123-07:00Kinuko- Yes, You are welcome to translate them! Kinuko- Yes, You are welcome to translate them! MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-4625864396075980572015-04-27T04:00:11.331-07:002015-04-27T04:00:11.331-07:00MB, thank you for sharing these beautiful photos. ...MB, thank you for sharing these beautiful photos. <br /><br />Oh, I love your words; "There is something so comforting about power under control. <br />Waves breaking on a shoreline. A flaming pile of wood in a fireplace.<br />Isn't that what meekness is, strength under control?<br />Maybe I do not understand the beauty of self-control, temperance in the Spirit. "<br /><br />Could you give me permission to translate these words into Japanese? <br /><br />Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-58142039268898342272015-04-27T03:39:29.041-07:002015-04-27T03:39:29.041-07:00Thank you, MB for your kind reply! Yes, you are ri...Thank you, MB for your kind reply! Yes, you are right, I also realized that there is judgement, with or without mercy. Hearing the terrible news of natural disasters, for example, bring me lots of questions about this. <br /><br />Last week, I translated one of Spurgeon's sermons (The Bridgeless Gulf<br />https://answersingenesis.org/education/spurgeon-sermons/518-the-bridgeless-gulf/) into Japanese and it really made me ponder the issue which you wrote.<br /><br />While I was translating, I thought maybe we can see perfect judgement and perfect mercy on the cross of Calvary.<br /><br />I really love your ways of thinking and I am looking forward to reading your future posts! Kinukopetite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-81682547323383044292015-04-26T16:41:17.121-07:002015-04-26T16:41:17.121-07:00It is amazing how He helps us want to keep studyin...It is amazing how He helps us want to keep studying! Sometimes I picture judgment and mercy being different or opposing each other, but a closer study says there is judgement, with or without mercy. The sinner praying at the temple in Luke 18 asks for mercy because he realizes God is his Judge. It is amazing that while the Judge of all is awesome and holy, He desires mercy!<br /><br />I am still mulling over James 2 "So speak and so act as those who are to be judged by the law of liberty. For judgment will be merciless to one who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment" And "Thus speaks the Lord of hosts 'Execute true judgment, and show mercy and compassions every man to his brother...' " (Zech 7:9).<br /><br />I love your input, I like conversing over these things rather than me just spilling my thoughts! MBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13920506693240449784noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8351869898992616114.post-78432506435883632002015-04-26T04:12:20.856-07:002015-04-26T04:12:20.856-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.petite viehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15850436107044690945noreply@blogger.com