QC and SG accountability (10/3/17)
We started by talking about the use of the phrase 'rhema word'. I noted that this is often used in more charismatic circles as something distinct from the 'logos word' in a way analogous to 'kairos' and chronos'. 'Rhema' and 'kairos' emphasize the immediacy of God's communication and direction in our lives, as opposed to a more constant, general revelation of His Word and will.'Rhema' therefore refers to a particular revelation of the Spirit through teaching or Scripture to us. It is the word of God made 'living and active' (Heb 4:12) for our time of need. So Josh shared also how the Lord used familiar passages (Mt 11:28, Is 40:31) to speak to him in fresh, powerful ways. Whatever we call it, we all need to have God speak to us in special ways. We then asked what it means to say "Judge not, that you not be judged" (Mt 7:1). The context of the verse makes it clear that Jesus is not prohibiting all judgement, for...