The Church of Eleven22 Wk 4: God’s Kindness
Feb 4, 2018
This discussion highlights the importance of self-reflection and accountability among Christians. It addresses the gap between Christianity's ideals and the actions of its followers. The complexities of hypocrisy are examined, urging believers to practice humility. The parable of the prodigal son illustrates grace and unconditional love, contrasting it with judgmental attitudes. Finally, there’s a call to foster loving relationships within the community, embodying the unfailing love of God amidst the challenges of faith.
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Scripture as a Mirror
- Avoid using scripture to judge others.
- Use it as a mirror to reflect on your own sins.
Judging and Hypocrisy
- Judging involves magnifying others' sins while minimizing your own.
- Christians excel at this, creating tiered systems of sins.
Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector
- Jesus tells a parable of a Pharisee and tax collector praying.
- The Pharisee boasts, while the tax collector is humble; Jesus says the latter left justified.