I've heard of having an accountability partner, in which you fellowship with someone (a really close friend in Christ) and talk about all your problems and troubles.
I don't have an accountability partner; is it necessary that I have one?
2006-09-29 05:30:15 · 22 answers · asked by chrstnwrtr 7 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I have not heard this, I guess if you don't feel the need for one then NO but I can see why it would be beneficial.
2006-09-29 05:33:29 · answer #1 · answered by momie_2bee 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you mean, " am I going to hell if I don't have one?" then no. Your salvation is between you Jesus, and God.
As I understand it, an "accountability partner " is like a co-worker or a spotter at a gym. This is a person that you would talk to and work together of certain issues, either religious or personal. The idea is a good one, since people tend to move with the crowd anyways. You draw strength from each other in times of need ( or just laziness ) and give the poor preacher-man a break from getting bombarded with 20 questions from a hundred different people.
It just help if you have some one to study with. I had a friend like that. He made it fun to study the bible. but when he left, I don't think I've cracked it open once.
So, in summery: Necessary-no. Good idea-yes.
I hope this help, best wishes.
2006-09-29 05:48:12 · answer #2 · answered by Odindmar 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually, I believe it is necessary. Let's take a look at the stats. Statistics show that the Christian community often looks and lives like the rest of society, demonstrating signs of ineffectiveness and decline. (According to Leith Anderson, author of "Winning the Values War in a Changing Culture.")
Why is this? It's one of two reasons. Either our churches are filled with unregenerate people who are merely "playing church," or we have people who are not accountable to anyone (other than God), and are able to put on the church mask when they go to church, and take it off as soon as they are in the car going back home.
We have the command from James, "Therefore, make it your habit to confess your sins to one another and to pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." (James 5:16)
If we don't have someone to confess our sins to, then how do we fulfill this in our lives? I'm going to go out on a limb here, and probably get a major thumbs down for this, but that will not diminish the truth of the statement:
If you do not have someone that has permission to get real with you about your secrets, you don't really want to be an authentic Christian. You want to toy with church, and not be serious. Know this however, God is not slack in His promises. If we aren't going to get serious, God will discipline us on His own. "For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and he punishes every son he accepts." (Hebrews 12:6)
2006-09-29 05:47:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
God is your umost accountability partner he knows all and can help you with everything but if you feel that you need someone that you can voice things that are going on in your life with then i see no wrong in this just know that people are human and sometimes they might not give you the answers you need but know God is always faithful and will never put on you more than you can bear.so i guess what i'm saying is that's it's fine to have such a partner but don't try to replace God with them! Always seek the master first!!
2006-09-29 05:40:36 · answer #4 · answered by livingforhim2006 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One of the cornerstones of modern-day Christianity is "fellowship".
Now, a lot of churches will preach that aspect because it gets you into church and also gets you to tithe. Tithe what you want and can afford. That part about 10% was CLEARLY put in the Bible by man. ;-)
But, yes, you will have a more rewarding and easier journey through life if you have several friends by your side.
2006-09-29 05:34:47 · answer #5 · answered by non_apologetic_american 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not necessary that you have one. Although occassionally it does help to have someone who is a really close friend in Christ to talk to and fellowship with.
2006-09-29 05:33:45 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think you should find an older mature Christian female in your church that you can trust in to be your accountability partner not someone on line. See your pastors wife or a console member for suggestions and advise.
God bless...
2006-09-29 05:42:18 · answer #7 · answered by Commander 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Magic isn't black or white. the guy who makes use of it could use if for stable or for harm. only like a knife. you ought to use a knife to peel potatoes (stable), or you ought to use it to harm somebody (undesirable). in actuality, magic is that this: choose some thing. Visualize it as being real. have faith that it quite is real - thoroughly have faith it. Do each and every little thing you may (without reservations or excuses) to make it take place. "in case you have as lots faith as a grain of mustard seed..." did you understand that ritual magic is utilized in church? a similar format it is utilized in intense magic ritual is used for Holy Communion, Baptism, funerals, and so on. earlier you disagree, do somewhat study to be certain how magic is used.
2016-10-18 04:56:58 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it's not necessary, but it sure can be helpful. Of course you have to choose someone wisely, a non-judgemental person who is there to encourage you. Someone whom you can trust, and who can keep things totally confidential.
I don't know anyone like this now, (it was my pastor but he's retired now) so I don't have anyone. You can try me out if you like, we can just e-mail each other?
2006-09-29 05:44:47 · answer #9 · answered by Rude 4 U 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If i were a christian i would tell you yes you should. As a non christian i am telling you that you should make God, the most high, not Jesus, your accountability partner. You are sure that he is not going to laugh at you behind your back and tell you that you always have a problem.
He ain't going to tell anyone either.
2006-09-29 05:44:28 · answer #10 · answered by Osunwole Adeoyin 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It can be helpful but it is not essential, I don't think.
First, if you are seeking one, you need to be careful and discerning. Not all people have the skills, tools, and wisdom to hold others accountable. You would need to find someone who has integrity and who has been through many trials him- or herself, during which he or she sought strength in the Lord and sought to conform his or her life to Jesus through God's word.
It also has to be someone you respect and trust on account of their relationship with Christ and how it manifests in their life. You can't go having someone who is living in sin and "explaining it all away" as a competent accountability partner.
If you have a committed prayer and meditation life, God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit will definitely assist you in bringing yourself to account. This requires, usually, substantial periods of prayer and meditation, reading and reflecting upon God's word, and also--perhaps--reading books from Christians who have undergone transformation and who speak directly of their temptations and trials...and God's victory over them in their life. Thomas a Kempis, St. John of the Cross, Thomas Merton...to name a tiny handful.
2006-09-29 05:41:19 · answer #11 · answered by Gestalt 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋