Three phases of a Life of a Christian

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 01 Jun 2020, 02:13

Phelicia Gloria wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 00:43 Haven't read this book yet but I would like to know how the author narrated the three different phase of life

Try it for yourself, and it will be a great life lesson as well

red_shadow34 · Post by **red_shadow34** » 01 Jun 2020, 07:03

I respect the author's viewpoint on having three phases of a Chrstian life. For me crisis is to be experienced in a Cristian's entire lifetime. As a Christian, the first phase is taking in accurate knowledge, based on the Bible, of what it means to be a true Christian then building his faith. Second is application so that he proves to himself the wisdom of what he learned. Lastly is sharing his wisdom to other people for them to be a true Christian.

_Lindsey_ · Post by **_Lindsey_** » 01 Jun 2020, 07:51

red_shadow34 wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 07:03 I respect the author's viewpoint on having three phases of a Chrstian life. For me crisis is to be experienced in a Cristian's entire lifetime. As a Christian, the first phase is taking in accurate knowledge, based on the Bible, of what it means to be a true Christian then building his faith. Second is application so that he proves to himself the wisdom of what he learned. Lastly is sharing his wisdom to other people for them to be a true Christian.

I agree that crisis is something we experience throughout our own lives. I think that every day is often a test of our beliefs and a challenge to journey through.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 01 Jun 2020, 08:13

red_shadow34 wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 07:03 I respect the author's viewpoint on having three phases of a Chrstian life. For me crisis is to be experienced in a Cristian's entire lifetime. As a Christian, the first phase is taking in accurate knowledge, based on the Bible, of what it means to be a true Christian then building his faith. Second is application so that he proves to himself the wisdom of what he learned. Lastly is sharing his wisdom to other people for them to be a true Christian.

Ofcourse. It is the how a true Christian's life should be

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 01 Jun 2020, 08:14

_Lindsey_ wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 07:51
red_shadow34 wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 07:03 I respect the author's viewpoint on having three phases of a Chrstian life. For me crisis is to be experienced in a Cristian's entire lifetime. As a Christian, the first phase is taking in accurate knowledge, based on the Bible, of what it means to be a true Christian then building his faith. Second is application so that he proves to himself the wisdom of what he learned. Lastly is sharing his wisdom to other people for them to be a true Christian.
I agree that crisis is something we experience throughout our own lives. I think that every day is often a test of our beliefs and a challenge to journey through.

Life is like a river. There are many stones, other obstacle, rough terrains, falls, etc

_Lindsey_ · Post by **_Lindsey_** » 01 Jun 2020, 12:03

Agreed. Religious or otherwise, everyone will always be facing new obstacles that test your faith. Not just in God, but also in other people.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 01 Jun 2020, 13:01

_Lindsey_ wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 12:03 Agreed. Religious or otherwise, everyone will always be facing new obstacles that test your faith. Not just in God, but also in other people.

Every challenge that is thrown towards you is to see how faithful you are in yourself

Lauren1803 · Post by **Lauren1803** » 01 Jun 2020, 13:09

In my opinion, I believe that these are three major parts of a Christian life. I believe that these three phases are repeated over and over again, in a cycle of mistakes and grace.

When we face a crisis and sin, we can know, as Christians, that God will gift us grace. He is able to provide us with what we know we don’t deserve, through His grace. In turn, when we are hurt by others who have made a mistake, we are able to return this grace, that we have been freely gifted, to others.

I have had to ask God for guidance and grace when in a crisis and try to share this same grace with others that I encounter. Sometimes it is hard to share this grace, but I do not think that it is super impractical to follow these three phases as part of our Christian life.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 01 Jun 2020, 13:13

Lauren1803 wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 13:09 In my opinion, I believe that these are three major parts of a Christian life. I believe that these three phases are repeated over and over again, in a cycle of mistakes and grace.

When we face a crisis and sin, we can know, as Christians, that God will gift us grace. He is able to provide us with what we know we don’t deserve, through His grace. In turn, when we are hurt by others who have made a mistake, we are able to return this grace, that we have been freely gifted, to others.

I have had to ask God for guidance and grace when in a crisis and try to share this same grace with others that I encounter. Sometimes it is hard to share this grace, but I do not think that it is super impractical to follow these three phases as part of our Christian life.

It can get hard to go through all three phases. But it is not impossible

Fi Zoraa · Post by **Fi Zoraa** » 01 Jun 2020, 17:14

Sushan wrote: ↑02 May 2020, 22:36 According to the author, there are three phases in the life of a Christian; Facing a crisis, Receiving grace, and returning grace to others.

What is your opinion about this? Have you ever done it? Is it practical?

I've definitely experienced this. Receiving grace following a lot of crises in my life definitely renewed my faith. However, there have been a couple that really challenged my faith and made me drift further from religion for a while. Returning grace is one area in which I've been lacking.

mmm17 · Post by **mmm17** » 01 Jun 2020, 17:17

I can relate to these phases. I believe they do describe a path that some believers take. A crisis makes us awaken.

Fi Zoraa · Post by **Fi Zoraa** » 01 Jun 2020, 17:22

Twylla wrote: ↑06 May 2020, 12:51 Not everyone finds God as a result of being in crisis. I dedicated my life to God as a child and I grew up in a Christian home. I have never faced any of the horrible situations that the people in this book faced. I have had my ups and downs in life, but my life has never been in ruins. When I was growing up and people would come to our church with flaming testimonies, I always felt like my testimony somehow wasn't as powerful. But as an adult, I think living a life close to God with a grateful heart demonstrates God's grace as powerfully as finding God in a crisis. I am grateful for the life God has given me.

This definitely resonates with me. I grew up in a Christian home too so I've always known God. And while I've also not been through situations as difficult as those in this book, that in itself gives me cause to be grateful. It's led me to a space where I realised that everyone's journey with God is different and personal.

mmm17 · Post by **mmm17** » 01 Jun 2020, 17:25

Fifizora wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 17:22
Twylla wrote: ↑06 May 2020, 12:51 Not everyone finds God as a result of being in crisis. I dedicated my life to God as a child and I grew up in a Christian home. I have never faced any of the horrible situations that the people in this book faced. I have had my ups and downs in life, but my life has never been in ruins. When I was growing up and people would come to our church with flaming testimonies, I always felt like my testimony somehow wasn't as powerful. But as an adult, I think living a life close to God with a grateful heart demonstrates God's grace as powerfully as finding God in a crisis. I am grateful for the life God has given me.
This definitely resonates with me. I grew up in a Christian home too so I've always known God. And while I've also not been through situations as difficult as those in this book, that in itself gives me cause to be grateful. It's led me to a space where I realised that everyone's journey with God is different and personal.

Same here. I loved your comment about everyone's journey with God being unique. That is such an important message, in my opinion.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 01 Jun 2020, 19:54

Fifizora wrote: ↑01 Jun 2020, 17:14
Sushan wrote: ↑02 May 2020, 22:36 According to the author, there are three phases in the life of a Christian; Facing a crisis, Receiving grace, and returning grace to others.

What is your opinion about this? Have you ever done it? Is it practical?
I've definitely experienced this. Receiving grace following a lot of crises in my life definitely renewed my faith. However, there have been a couple that really challenged my faith and made me drift further from religion for a while. Returning grace is one area in which I've been lacking.

Hardships which are too hard can make you question your beliefs. But if you are strong enough you can get through anything