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"But my identity is in the rise Christ, not in some moralistic nation that I am all cleaned up." (Butterfield pg 40)
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because of how it describes a little bit more about repentance. Repentance is a sign of forgiveness, and yes it will wash away all the sin, but the quote claims that the stain of that sin will remain to remind the sinner of the deed and learn his or her lesson.
"I have this conversation with Satan every day. For that reason, my identity in Christ cannot be rented by sentimental attachments. It must be owned and sealed with blood." (Butterfield 41)
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because everyone battles with temptation everyday. She said that she has this conversation with Satan to let him know that she is a child of God and she has changed her life. Then, she talks about the blood of Jesus. When she mentioned the blood, she's saying that it's final that she's a follower of Christ.
“Many barriers arise and prevents us from seeing ourselves clearly.” (Pg.37)
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because it can mean more than one thing. It doesn’t have to be all about sexual identity, it can be something like a person cant see the beauty in them because others tell them that they are ugly. This resulting in lack of confidence which creates a whole new problem. This quote can be interpreted in so many ways but ultimately expressed the same way.
"Identity in Christ demands heroic sacrifices that can only be wrought by God's power and indwelling grace." (Page 44)
ReplyDeleteThis quote stands out to me because it ties into the theme/message of the story. Through her journey she had to make many heroic sacrifices to help her find her self-identity. She had to sacrifice many old ways from her past and even present day. Without Christ helping her along the way she wouldn't have been able to do what she did which is change her lifestyle. This quote is recognition to God and all he's done for her.
"I was perplexed that even though I was a new creature in Christ, that was not good enough." (Butterfield 36)
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because it says a lot about judgement. People make assumptions about others and then nothing will change their minds. They always question the person, even after they have been saved or proclaim Christianity.
“My personal experience must be surrendered because it cannot reach back to God’s eternal and transient history.” (Butterfield 38)
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because it is so powerful and so true. What Rosaria Butterfield is saying is that our past must be washed away so we can enjoy our new life with Christ. We must be willing to forget about the past to have a greater future in Christ, because our identity is found in Him alone. In the chapter Butterfield further explains why we need union with Christ, and how we can achieve a deeper relationship with Him, despite our sin. I believe we must find our comfort in what Christ has done for us and keep focus of what He is doing in our lives.
"God set apart a people from the foundation of the world." (Butterfield 38)
ReplyDeleteThis quote gives me so much excitement. to think that the God who created the universe and the stars has chosen us to do His will, and do work for His eternal kingdom. 1 Peter 2:9 says "But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light." How amazing to be "God's special possession". What a great honor and responsibility to be an ambassador for Christ and to do His work.
“I was perplexed that even though I was a new creature in Christ, that was not good enough.”
ReplyDeleteButterfield again starts to critique Christianity with this quote, and although it may not be explicitly said it’s very well implied. She was confused that a fellow sister in Christ would look at her and instead of seeing the new woman who was married to a pastor, would see the old woman who was a lesbian and taught queer theory. On top of that she would then ask her if it was okay for her to be alone with another woman or if that would bring back “those” feelings. Butterfield was baffled and confused, she felt isolated in a place that she should feel an abundance of love. A church is a place where no one should feel isolated or alone, they should feel loved and wanted.
“When God saved me, the renewing of my mind made me feel like I was losing my mind.”
ReplyDeleteLosing our deepest convictions by changing our mind? By believing in something new for us? Believing in God? Become a believer? I chose this quote, because of its far reaching background. In my opinion, not only in connection with God, it must be so difficult to change his complete philosophy of life no matter what the reason is. Through this renewal of thoughts, it seems to feel helpless because of this “new mind”.
"The risen Christ in whom I stand declares to yo, satan, that you no longer have any Claim on me"(41).
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because it is a short piece of what this chapter is about. In the chapter she tells us how she lead a sinful life. She states that is the work of satan, but now she has faith in God and Has fled from her sinful ways and satan no longer had power over her because of Jesus Christ our risen savior.
" I can only find my identity in what God has done and is doing." ( 38)
ReplyDeleteThis Quote is significant to me because Butterfield is saying that often times we self identify ourselves and let pride get in the way. the only way to find your true identity is by following Gods plan for you.
“Our God is a personal God.” (45)
ReplyDeleteI chose this quote because it reminds us that we are special to God. Out of all the people in the world God wants to know each one of us personally. He makes time for every person that is willing to come to him. He cares and loves everyone personally not as a big group. He knows our strengths and weaknesses and can help us through every situation.
“But nothing good comes from Satan. Nothing.”
ReplyDeleteI chose the quote because I feel like Butterfield realizes that what she has been doing her whole life is wrong, and that she needs to follow the life of Christ because she knows that there is nothing good about Satan and that she doesn't want to go to hell.