Comments on: After Avatar: Passion’s Threshold of Faith

By: Anne Lang Bundy

Anne Lang Bundy — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:22:36 +0000

Bonnie, there’s also the roots of the English word “passion” to be considered. It comes from the Latin pati, “suffer.” Webster’s first definition of passion is Christ’s Passion, and the second definition [obsolete] is “suffering.” Pain can bring us to the point where we pull back instinctively, experiencing less agony and therefore less ecstasy than we might otherwise.

I’m convinced that allowing the depths of passion to drive us to unparalleled triumphs also opens us to unparalleled suffering. Walking in the Spirit, passion’s pain washes over us without drowning us; ignites us without burning us.

But if we’re not walking closely with our Lord, passion can overwhelm to the point of despair. Pain is then given a place and a purpose—to drive us back to the Lord.

By: Helen

Helen — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:56:12 +0000

I haven’t seen the movie.

I do think that being passionate about God’s work in our lives is important, even if I feel on pause at the moment.

By: Maureen

Maureen — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:56:32 +0000

I too saw this movie this past weekend!

hmmm, passions: I constantly have to go back and review or re-evaluate what my passions actually are, cuz I seem to get lost in all the “other” stuff in life. For me, faith and passion go hand in hand in a very tangible way…living on the mission field will do that to you in a MAJOR way!!!

By: The Blessing In Learning To Wait | Faith Barista

The Blessing In Learning To Wait | Faith Barista — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:41:32 +0000

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By: Bonnie Gray

Bonnie Gray — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:39:59 +0000

We are similar in spirit, Heather. Grace and more grace.

By: Bonnie Gray

Bonnie Gray — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:38:59 +0000

It’s the highest calling that satiates.

By: Bonnie Gray

Bonnie Gray — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:36:32 +0000

It’s a constant adjustment, with God’s grace and friendship to share along the way.

By: Bonnie Gray

Bonnie Gray — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:34:40 +0000

I tried to not need it. And my heart just wouldn’t have it.

By: Bonnie Gray

Bonnie Gray — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:33:56 +0000

Making way for it’s rightful place. I like the sound of that!

By: Bonnie Gray

Bonnie Gray — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 03:32:58 +0000

Thanks for sharing this song! I didn’t know “One Pure and Holy Passion”. How awesome is this song. Beautiful. A worshipful addition to the post.