Religion vs. Relationship

We discussed last night about the problem with "religion." Being religious to me means you have an obligation to do it. Having a relationship with Christ means you choose to do something to know Him better.

It is more like a relationship. If I felt I HAD to do something for my wife, then she would be more offended that I did it. If I choose to do something for her because I absolute am in mad love with her, the relationship is built up.

Think about that next time you are worshipping Jesus. Are you lifting Him up because you absolutely love Him, cherish what He has done for you, and cannot wait to see what He has for in the future; or is it out of mere obligation?

Think about it!

Worship--What is it?

What is worship to you?

The Holy Spirit is Your Teacher

I was meditating on 1 John 2. John writes that you do not need a teacher, since the anointing of the Holy Spirit is our teacher. We, as a fellowship of believers, are to encourage each other.

With that said, in what ways does God call us to allow the Holy Spirit to invade our lives and teach us the Christ-way of life?