"In a word, what I am saying is, Grow up. You're kingdom subjects. Now live like it. Live out your God-created identity. Live generously and graciously toward others, the way God lives toward you." Matthew 5:48 (MSG)
Do you feel convicted. I do. This verse was both refreshing and convicting. I have definitely found myself every once in a while throwing a tantrum in the privacy of my own room or shower because life is not the way I want it to be. Or because God is asking me to forgive someone who has wronged me, etc. But here is the truth, we are kingdom subjects and we need to act like. We need to grow up and live out what we believe, this means getting out of our houses and churches and loving people.
I read a article recently that talks about how Christians should be having parties and inviting people into their homes. I also know a couple who are church planting. They believe in being present in their community, and so every week they as a "church" gather together with those in the community and eat together.
We need to live out what we say we believe in, I know I am guilty of failing in this way but I commit to working harder. Or actually not working harder, surrendering more everyday. I commit to allowing the people around me hold me accountable by asking me how I have been listening to the Lord and acting on what I believe.
Do you feel convicted. I do. This verse was both refreshing and convicting. I have definitely found myself every once in a while throwing a tantrum in the privacy of my own room or shower because life is not the way I want it to be. Or because God is asking me to forgive someone who has wronged me, etc. But here is the truth, we are kingdom subjects and we need to act like. We need to grow up and live out what we believe, this means getting out of our houses and churches and loving people.
I read a article recently that talks about how Christians should be having parties and inviting people into their homes. I also know a couple who are church planting. They believe in being present in their community, and so every week they as a "church" gather together with those in the community and eat together.
We need to live out what we say we believe in, I know I am guilty of failing in this way but I commit to working harder. Or actually not working harder, surrendering more everyday. I commit to allowing the people around me hold me accountable by asking me how I have been listening to the Lord and acting on what I believe.
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