In the Moment!  Right Now!

The best way (for optimum digestion) to eat a meal is one bite at a time. Similarly, the optimal way to gain spiritual understanding of life in Christ, through DIGGIT® is to consider the meaning(s) of each word in the acronym. Will this second post glorify God?  I pray that it does, focusing on the first word in the acronym: DIGGIT®: Does It Glorify God If Tested?

Definitions are important. The American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language definition of does; present tense, third person singular of do, a verb (action word) meaning to behave or conduct oneself (perform, execute, put into action, etc.).  Context is crucial. As early as Genesis 4:7 the Bible records the Lord speaking to Cain, “If you do what is right…” (italics mine). Simply stated God asked Cain a right now, in the moment, at the present time kind of question.

Right now, in the moment you’re reading this post.  In another moment you may post a comment. This moment and the next will be immediate, the present time.  The moment will pass, but the effect of an action (or even an inaction) can last a lifetime.

Throughout the Bible there are scriptures referencing do, does or doing.  A Bible Concordance (an index of words for Bible study specific to the translation, either KJV, NKJV, NIV, etc) is helpful in finding them.  In my studies I particularly am drawn to Psalm 143:10, Jeremiah 22:3a, Luke 6:31 and Colossians 3:17.  I invite you to explore, consider the context and be spiritually fed.

As we explore Christian living, sharing DIGGIT®, let us keep in mind and heart an omnipresent (always and everywhere present) God, whom we aim to glorify in the moment, right now!

©2014 Linda D. Pope

The questions we ask determine the answers we get.

WWJD was popular the year we launched The Way: For New Believers, a confirmation workshop series for youth ages 12-18. During a session I asked a young man (caught doing other than he should), “What Would Jesus Do?” He answered honestly, “I know what Jesus would do, but I’m not Jesus.” I was stumped.

There had to be a better question which could connect what he knew about Jesus’ teaching and ministry with his responsibilities as a Christian. Afterall, this was a series to help youth make more firm (confirm) their faith in Jesus Christ. So, having prayed and searched scriptures, I was reading the Book of John and the DIGGIT question jumped off the page.

“My Father is glorified by this, that you bear much fruit and become my disciples.” John 15:8 (NRSV). Glorify God! A simple enough statement. But, how? Did what the young lad was doing at the moment reflect back to God what God deserved? Not likely. DIGGIT, Does It Glorify God If Tested? Central to Jesus’ teachings and his mission during his ministry was the moment to moment glorification of the Father. “It” has broad and moment to moment definitions.

I’m not sure how but I do know why DIGGIT ® became a registered trademark in 2003. Under the umbrella of DIGGIT Ministries we have graduated more than 150 youth, broadened the questions and understanding of the adults who helped guide these sessions. DIGGIT® has opened doors to conversations across generations and faiths.

I look forward to discovery, teaching, conversation, understanding, and growth toward mature Christian life for all believers. Future questions could include: What’s the “It”? What’s the standard for “Testing”?