Heart Condition
From Religiosity to Relationship with the Creator
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Altered States Repentance is a state of mind. It's more than that quick trip down the isle to the alter/ I'm sorry-kind-of-thing. It's not solely spoken from the mouth, but it is heart-wrenching agony and utter despair at my condition, my status as a sinner saved by grace...one who, had it not been for Christ's death on the cross, would be destined for damnation and hellfire. Scripture Reference: Matthew 4:17 We're taught through the preaching of God's Word (from good preachers), that repentance is a TURNING AWAY from our sins. I say it's even more than that. It's literally a HEART CONDITION. We must walk in love, with our sins ever before us. This is what humbles the man. Scripture Reference: Psalm 51 They say that time brings about a change; repentance brings about conversion, conversion that will never result in re-version or apostasy. I'm sealed until the Day of Redemption. Repentance is that moment when I know, that I know, that I am NOTHING and Jesus is EVERYTHING! It's when I become a filthy rag and my accomplishments become dung. Scripture References: 2 Corinthians 1:21-22, Ephesians 4:30 Repentance is that moment when I actualize in the very fiber of my being, that I can do nothing; I need my Savior just to breathe! Repentance takes me directly into the presence of Almighty God, the Creator of Heaven and Earth. Repentance brings about a broken heart and a contrite spirit, which God will not despise. Scripture Reference: Psalm 34:17-18, Psalm 51:17, Isaiah 66:1-2 Repentance is an altered state of consciousness whereby I am eternally fixed and fixated on Jesus and what He did for me. John, the forerunner of Christ, baptized for the remission of sins through repentance. When I confess my sins and repent, the Holy Spirit and His power are invoked within me; for I am His dwelling place, that temple not made with hands. It is then that I can not only quote, but that I can truly DO ALL THINGS through Christ who strengthens me. Repent and be empowered. Scripture References: Romans 12:2, Mark 1:1-4, 1John 1:9, Acts 7:48, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 6: 19-20, Philippians 4:13
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Heart Condition From Religiosity to Relationship with the Creator is a collection of journal entries inspired by the Holy Spirit during a time of deep reflection, introspection, and quest for certainty. The book encourages a closer, more intimate relationship with the Creator and to break the bonds of religion, traditions of men, and self-righteousness in the Christian community. Heart Condition suggests that the church has come between God and his people(unwittingly), and that now is a great time for self-examination to see whether or not we are truly of the faith, so that we can once again turn this world upside down the way Jesus Christ did during his earthly ministry. Heart Condition is the author’s journey and personal experience in developing intimacy with the Lord.
About the Author
The author resides in a suburb of Kansas City, MO and is married with a blended family. The Lang’s have been having Bible Study in their home for their children and area youth for the past thirteen years. Passion for Christ and the truth of God's Word is the motivation behind this work. Truly believing is what qualifies the author to write this book. Heart Condition was borne from personal experiences with organized religion, different denominations and non-denominational churches, as well as private school education. The author was led to share the journey with all of those who will read this inspired work. Shawn’s passion, hope, and expectation is that a spiritual and eternal impact on the hearts of man will be realized and bring glory to God and to His Kingdom as the bonds of “religiosity” are destroyed and readers direct their focus on intimacy with God.