God: "I looked for someone to take a stand for me, and stand in the gap" (Ezekiel 22:30)
The difference in result between forgiveness that responds to repentance and forgiveness independent of the repentance of the offending party is, of course, that the former pattern issues in reconciliation while the latter does not. But in both cases what is presupposed is that the believer forgives the offender. Transparently, reconciliation is a good thing if it can be achieved, but the goal of reconciliation should not become the cloak for nursing bitterness because it cannot be achieved.
Political activism can also tempt us to blur the lines regarding our mission field. Those in an opposing political party become “enemies” rather than lost souls who need Christ preached to them with love and compassion. Those who share our political convictions are embraced as “brothers and sisters” even though they may also be lost souls who need Christ. Ungodly partnerships can develop when true Christians join hands with cult groups and other unbelievers based on shared political ideologies. And unbiblical perspectives can be adopted, based on maintaining the party line, even when those views don't square with scripture.
Peel and dice tomatoes. Melt margarine or butter in tomatoes and simmer for
a few minutes. Meanwhile be; add seasonings. Pour over tomatoes and mix
gently. Cover and cook over low heat until done.
Variation: Begin with a large, diced potato (cooked or raw). Fry until
lightly browned then add tomatoes. Proceed as above.
Per serving: 75 Calories; 4g Fat (53% calories from fat); 6g Protein; 3g
Carbohydrate; 181mg Cholesterol; 59mg Sodium
Recipe by: Lebanese Cuisine, Madelain Farah
Posted to MC-Recipe Digest by shade <liveoak@polaris.net> on Feb 25, 1998
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