Here is a Guest Post from Jeremiah in Jordan.
I heard a Jordanian man give a lecture today on Arab-Christian culture. He had an interesting perspective, part of which I thought I'd share it with you all. Here is what he said:
"It is often difficult for the church in the West to remember that Christianity started in the Middle East as a relationship; it moved to Europe and became an organization [Catholicism]; it moved to America and became a business; it moved to Africa and became music. Unless we remember and understand that the culture of Christianity was and is meant to be based on relationships, the Middle East will remain gripped by Islam. Christianity will remain as foreign as the cultures bringing it."
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Laurel,
ReplyDeleteThis post (and specifically the quote about Christianity) is fascinating, and so true. Could I copy it and possibly use it in my speaking, or in my writing?
Right now, Jon is with Patrick at the US Marine Corps military base in Quantico, Virginia. Patrick graduates from TBS (The Basic School) tomorrow, and then begins infantry school to move towards his specialized training in "Ground Intelligence." As you're praying for America, if Patrick comes to mind, we'd appreciate your prayers for him.
Love you!
Ann
feel free to use the quote as you like...I wish I could remember the name of the gentleman who said it first...
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