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Post by jimmie on Aug 21, 2014 5:12:00 GMT -8
 No, don't do that, just take my and Questers' word for it!) Dan C Okay. |
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Post by alon on Sept 23, 2014 17:00:08 GMT -8
16. It is a negative commandment not to turn one's attention to idolatry.
Vayikra 19:4(OJB) Turn ye not unto elilim, nor make to yourselves elohei massekhah (cast metal g-ds); I am Hashem Eloheichem.
Leviticus 19:4 (CJB) "Do not turn to idols, and do not cast metal gods for yourselves; I am ADONAI your God."
It is forbidden to turn one's attention to them (idols) in speech or in thought, or even by observing. And it is forbidden to read their [idol worshipers] books or to ask them how they worship: for as a result of that one will give it his attention and reflect on it. Whoever turns toward it, in a way that involves some action, should receive whiplashes.
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Post by alon on Sept 26, 2014 12:52:28 GMT -8
Again, whatever we feed our minds on is what we will revere and contemplate on when we should be thinking of the things of Elohim.
Mat 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.
Jesus said, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind.” (Mat 22:37, Mar 12:30, Luk 10:27) Deu 11:13, "And it shall come to pass, if ye shall hearken diligently unto my commandments which I command you this day, to love the LORD your God, and to serve him with all your heart and with all your soul." And Paul, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” (Rom 12:2) Paul also said, “Whatever is true, whatever is honorable, or whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, think about these things.” (Phl 4:8) In other words be mindful of these things—feed your mind on the things of YHVH.
The saying is true, “You are what you think” because our thought life influences all other aspects of our life. What we think on influences attitudes, emotions, and then ultimately our behavior. It's like the modern day parable says, "The dog that gets fed the most wins." That’s what Paul meant when he said, “…be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” (Rom 12:2) Our behavior and actions are changed by changing what we think.
So this is something I think we should contemplate while we are in the Yamim Noraim, The Days of Awe. This time between Rosh HsShanah and Yom Kippur is a time of introspection with an eye to improving our relationship with both Elohim and our community. These mitzvoth listed here just seems to me to be a good place to start.
Might also be a good thing to think on anytime we are having trouble in our spiritual or relationship life.
Dan C
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