Brandon A. Cox - Latest Comments in Jesus: Live His Name

Re: Jesus: Live His Name

Robert — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 07:57:25 -0000

Thanks Brandon, for referencing one of my favourite hymns, Lydia Baxter's "Precious Name." (And today is a very special day: the 200th anniversary of Baxter's birth.) Your outline is good, and it calls attention to the fact that we are talking about more than a name, but about all that name represents, the presence, authority and power of the Lord. God bless.

Re: Jesus: Live His Name

Alexey — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 05:43:58 -0000

Thank you a lot for open-hearted answer, Brandon!

Re: Jesus: Live His Name

Brandon — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 15:40:29 -0000

@Alexey -

Thanks for the compliment. I've just read the article you linked about the Jesus prayer. What a great message to utter repeatedly. My only encouragement beyond it would be to make sure that it always comes from the heart and not just the lips.

I did have a life-changing experience in Russia - it was a time I will never forget. My heart was bound to the country and I pray for Christians in Russia regularly.

As far as the Orthodox Church, my understanding is that there is a great movement among the younger believers within the church to bring revival, a greater emphasis on the Bible, and a greater connection with the Holy Spirit. These are good things.

Since I am a Baptist Pastor, our work was primarily with the Baptist Union of Russia, but we were able to see many Orthodox church buildings - they are amazingly beautiful.

For me, the most important question to answer is, do you have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as your Savior? Denominations will argue over a lot of issues, but it is the character and saving power of Jesus that makes the difference in our eternity.

Re: Jesus: Live His Name

Alexey — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:03:30 -0000

Hi Brandon!

I like you designs.

This way I read this article from you.

“Take the name of Jesus with you.” I think it is about Jesus prayer http://en.wikipedia.org/wik...
Have you heard about it?

I saw you were in Russia. What are your impressions about orthodox church? It would be very interesting for me.