(December 12, 2014 at 9:20 am)professor Wrote: My first thought was "None of my children are stupid enough to fall into that". But it was just a thought.
There is a difference between having a knowledge of God and knowing God.
To reject a kid because he falls into a trap is not only dumb, it is against Christian or Jewish principles.
Yes, I know of some of the experiences you guys have had in this regard to yourselves.
The dealer of that experience was wrong, probably resentful and in a failure of faith (in the context of whatever faith they have).
We overcome by faith and patience.
And patience is faith in action.
I apply that to my kids, grandkids and you guys.
That is good. I have a dear older aunt who expresses a lot of concern that I won't be in heaven with her. Her fear is real and I know she loves me. Beyond writing me a couple of worried notes, she still continues to support and care for me. It bothers me that I am causing her unnecessary worry at her late age but I do appreciate that she probably hasn't even considered cutting me out of her life. Your post reminded me of her.
