My Two Sense Worth!

Greetings all,
I received a message from my cousin Tony regards one of my posts where I referred to the impetus to write the letter came from the "Spirit"in my heart;my cousin suggested it was common sense.I have not taken the time to have a dialogue about his thoughts compared to mine,however,it did cause me to wake up at 3:30 the next morning where something-"spirit sense" or "common sense" suggested to me that I write a letter regarding the difference between the two senses.Knowing how my brain works,I know the "Spirit" in my heart was gently leading me to research the difference between the two
Common sense is defined by Merriam-Webster as "sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts."
There are many scriptures in the Bible concerning the "Spirit,spiritual discernment and knowledge of the spirit.For example, in 1Corinthians chap.2v13-14 the Apostle Paul writes"This is what we speak,not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit,expressing spiritual truths in spiritual words.The man without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God,for they are foolish to him,and he cannot understand them,because they are spiritually discerned."Later in 1Corinthians chap.12v1-11 Paul writes;"There are different kinds of gifts,but the same Spirit.There are different kinds of service,but the same Lord.There are different kinds of working,but the same God works all of them in ALL men.Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good.To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom,to another the message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit,to another faith by the same Spirit,to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit,to another miraculous powers,to another prophecy,to another distinguishing between spirits,to another speaking in different kinds of tongues,and to still another the interpretation of tongues.All these are the work of one and the same Spirit,and he gives them to each one,just as he determines."
Common sense can be a quick study;for example ,if someone says to you "don't put your finger on a hot stove,you will get burned" and you don't believe ,and do it because of your non belief; after your "OUCH,THAT HURTS",you will have common sense not to do it again.Spiritual sense takes a different path,you must know God through His word in the Bible,you must believe and have faith in what He says and receive the truth of his word through the Spirit that sits within us when we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior.In other words there is nothing "common"about our spiritual sense,we receive it through the grace of God.
Until next time,God bless you on your walk towards Him,Joe

Thank You Father,For Your Patience

Greetings All,Thank you Caroline,
I was having Bible study with the "Boys" several weeks ago, we were having a discussion of how our earthly life, as we know it, is quickly coming to an end.It sure seems that we are hurtling towards the end times!One of the men stated that he wanted our Savior to come back right now and with all"saved" Christians would experience the great Rapture and we will be with our Lord for all eternity.
Later on that day the Spirit put on my heart how selfish all of us were at that breakfast!Jesus said"I tell you the truth,no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again"John3V3."For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only son,that whoever BELIEVES in Him shall NOT perish but have eternal life"John3V16.Jesus continued in John11V25"I am the resurrection and the life.He who believes in me will live,even though he dies,and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.Do you believe this?A "born again"Christian believes His words,welcomes Him into our hearts and that by His death on the cross our sins are forgiven and we are "saved " by His grace.Why are we selfish?God,our Father wants to save ALL His children through the blood of His Son;just because we are ready we would fore-go this precious gift to all non-believers?How selfish!
I thank God for having me see His light!In 2PeterV9"The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise,as some understand slowness.He is patient with you ,not wanting ANYONE to perish,but everyone to come to repentance"
I say thank you Father for your patience.
Until next time ,as the word says,"make every effort to be found spotless,blameless and at peace with Him".
With all blessings,Joe