Comments on: A Test and Cure for Spiritual Arthritis {Recharge Wednesday LINKUP}

By: Karen Friday

Karen Friday — Sat, 14 Aug 2021 20:56:49 +0000

In reply to Debbie Wilson. It sure is, Debbie. When we consider we are to build up the other parts of the body of Christ, while we walk in a manner worthy of the Lord, it reminds us of this great truth.

By: Karen Friday

Karen Friday — Sat, 14 Aug 2021 20:55:10 +0000

In reply to Bethany McIlrath. I enjoy the much of the medical stuff too, Bethany. Yes, considering friction and range of motion as it applies to spiritual arthritis really resonates with me, too.

By: Karen Friday

Karen Friday — Sat, 14 Aug 2021 20:53:32 +0000

In reply to Lauren Sparks. Thanks, Lauren. "Rather, speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and held together by every joint with which it is equipped, when each part is working properly, makes the body grow so that it builds itself up in love." Ephesians 4:15-16 ESV

By: Karen Friday

Karen Friday — Sat, 14 Aug 2021 20:51:46 +0000

In reply to ~ linda. Linda, thanks for sharing your story and experience with the physical form of arthritis. It makes the analogy come alive for you as it does for me. I pray to mature in Christ and not be carried by every wind of doctrine, but stand firm on God's Word. And praying for your move and looking for a body of Christ.

By: Debbie Wilson

Debbie Wilson — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 02:39:29 +0000

Karen, this is a great reminder of how our walks impact one another. Thank you.

By: Bethany McIlrath

Bethany McIlrath — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 23:15:37 +0000

I’m a little bit of a medical nerd, Karen, and know several people with arthritis, so this whole thing really resonates with me! Especially the concepts of friction and range of motion. Thank you!

By: Lauren Sparks

Lauren Sparks — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 23:05:46 +0000

What a great analogy. And great points!

By: ~ linda

~ linda — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:46:12 +0000

I wish I did not agree with the two comments from Joanne and Barbara, but I do. The turmoil in the world has landed in the church and is drawing us further away from where God wants us. I have physical arthritis and more than enough surgeries to help my back, neck, hip, and knee. Ouch!! But the way you list cures for spiritual arthritis is so insightful! Because I have the physical, I am looking at my spiritual arthritis and bemoaning the fact that I have several needs for surgery and PT there as well. More time with my Lord and Maker is a huge start. I am in the process of moving so will be looking for a church home at the end of the move…another state…another city. I want to be mindful of these needs and cures. Thanks so much for writing this just for me today!!

By: Karen Friday

Karen Friday — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:21:58 +0000

In reply to Joanne Viola. Oh, yes, Joanne. Sadly, there is a lack of unity among God’s people, seems like now more than ever! I pray we grow up into every way with Christ as our head!

By: Karen Friday

Karen Friday — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:09:09 +0000

In reply to Barbara Harper. I agree, Barbara! You make such a valid point during our current days in the body of Christ! Lord, help us be supporting ligaments for the church!