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Beware the Half Truth



Religious life seems to be filled with clichés that are almost true.
Here are a few with my short takes on them.
  • Everything Happens for a Reason:
    Some things do happen for a reason.
  • When God closes a door, God opens a window.
    Hopefully the window is on the first floor.
  • God Helps Those Who Help Themselves:
    God helps those who cannot help themselves.
  • Let go and let God.
    God usually does not do things he wants us to do.
  • What Would Jesus Do?
    Not the same as what does Jesus want me to do.
  • You can’t outgive God!
    But you can outgive things given to religious groups.
  • Do not forsake the assembling of yourselves together.
    Coffee shops are great places to assemble for fellowship.
  • God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle:
    Sometimes we need others to help us handle life.
  • God Said It, I Believe It, That Settles It:
    Simplistic readings of the scriptures are not helpful.
  • If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it. 
    What if God did not bring you to it?
  • Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin:
    Love your neighbor. Hate your own sin.
  • You're never more safe than when you're in God's will.
    Sometimes being in God's will involves torture and persecution.
Did I miss any of your favorite clichés? Perhaps you can share one or two of them?


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