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Christianity is not only subjected to the theoretical books. If you ponder even physical qualities and aspects, you will soon notice that even these things comprise teachings and lessons about God, His power, and perseverance. Faith, which ultimately leads to love and self-control can be enhanced as we experience the simplest things of life as well.
When a trainer trains the horse, he starts with simple commands like going forward, backward and turning right or left. These simple commands are just the beginning of a new life where the horse is taught the primary things. But does life or growth stops in getting the know-how of just the basic things of life? Obviously, the answer is NO.
Life is much more than just walking on the same path and following the mere commands. While it is believed that coercing someone into things which are not possible to attain is ruthless, at the same time putting endeavor for a constant improvement is always good.
A horse is often trained with just the basic commands lesser knowing the fact that it is capable of much more. It could allow you to mold your leg to its body and travel besides obediently whenever asked. Other than these, the control in speed is also one significant training aspect where the horse can get the mastery. The horse could even develop compassion for his master and bend its head down to touch the knees of the rider in a relaxed manner whenever asked. This list is endless, and a horse is capable of performing everything with full dedication.
It all about how the trainer, his training methodologies and the ways he tackles different problems with a stubborn horse. A constant improvement could be seen with continuous efforts and endeavors of the trainer. The more he shows love and compassion while training horses the more influential result could be obtained.
Just like the trainers who stop training the horse as soon it starts performing the basic commands; we stop practicing our faith in God when we think we have mastered life and spiritual maturity by ourselves. This is such a false notion that we could master faith in God by ourselves. We might become aware of good things but mastering the true life without God is something unattainable. However, the more we practice, the more fruitful result is obtained and that's why we never stand still in faith either, only continue learning, praying and practising God's word.
Just like we, as a humans, can learn throughout our lives, horses can also practice learning all through their lives. There is no stopping for a horse when it gets a perfect trainer who also becomes his compassionate buddy for life. Likewise, we can also continue learning about goodness and the true life by believing in Christianity and having faith in its teachings.
Just like mastering the horseback riding seems exciting and leads to happiness and contentment, mastering Christianity could lead you to the path of inner peace and happiness. It is not so tricky, hard or complicated. Figuring out the teachings of Christianity in a proper way and channelling the Bible will help you bear the fruit of the Spirit.
When a horse comes under the guidance of a trainer, it starts believing him completely. This is the only way which can help it in shaping its personality. Belief is a strong word, and it could even lead to many miracles in life. If you believe in God and show your faith in Him, it slowly enhances your knowledge of the true meaning of life and enables you to increase in goodness as you reflect Him. When you gain the desired maturity with the knowledge, you start learning the basics of self-control, discipline and develop the willpower. Self-control and balance come within. The feelings like compassion for others, humanity towards all and kindness inculcates that lives with your forever.
Just like the trust the horse develops for his trainer to learn different skills, it is essential to have faith towards God and His teachings. Without trust and belief, it becomes difficult to rely on God for his mercy and kindness. There is a lot to learn from a horse and channel in a similar manner to gain maximum benefits from the teachings of Christianity.
Believing is just the first milestone in getting closer to the Christ. And the more you feel connected, the more fruitful result you would be able to see in your personality.
