Another set of destructive teachings made popular by the Word Of Faith movement is the idea that we can confess our problems away or do 'carpet time' to change situations in our lives. Many people deal with critical issues in their lives using these methodologies when ultimately, in most cases, they do not see any changes in their situations.
I believe that we should be able to be REAL, deal with issues, and discuss our struggles without the condemnation of the confession police. The typical "Give it to God, brother" responses need to cease. There are so many times I've heard the answer "You need a touch" given to real people dealing with real issues. As a result of these cliche answers, many of the Word Of Faith followers believe that their problems will go away when they attend to the next meeting with the evangelist who will make them laugh, fall , shake and get "drunk."
The reality is you cannot confess away temptations. You cannot confess away financial struggles. You cannot confess away sickness. All these issues need to be addressed; and, in most cases, lifestyle changes need to be made.
You're not going to get the wealth of your neighbor because he is a "sinner." You cannot confess your way into his house which was paid for by his hard work. You cannot tithe or "give" your way out of financial difficulties when you were irresponsible with your finances. You're not going to be healthy if you don't take care of your body.
Ladies and gentlemen, it is time to be real.
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Roopster,
Again a profound, wonderful post! How can we actually deal with the world or issues in our character, or problems in our lives if we are unwilling to engage? How can we just "confess" and blame the Devil or lack of faith for problems, rather than changing the world by changing OURSELVES in Jesus' Sacred Name.
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