Reconstructing Faith with Trevin Wax

The Kingdom Manifesto

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Mar 20, 2025
Jonathan Pennington, a New Testament professor at Southern Seminary and author focusing on the Sermon on the Mount, shares valuable insights on spiritual formation. He discusses how the Beatitudes redefine success and encourage deep transformation. The importance of humility, mourning, and mercy is emphasized, revealing how these virtues shape our relationship with God. Pennington also highlights the power of prayer and the role of spiritual practices in personal growth, inviting listeners to embody these teachings in a world seeking hope.
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ANECDOTE

Miracle on the Hudson

  • Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger landed a plane on the Hudson River, saving 155 lives.
  • His heroic actions were attributed to his training and lifetime of small, character-shaping decisions.
INSIGHT

Formation, Not Spontaneity

  • True courage and selflessness aren't spontaneous but cultivated through consistent choices.
  • These small decisions shape us, preparing us for moments of crisis.
INSIGHT

Kingdom Blueprint

  • The Sermon on the Mount offers a blueprint for kingdom living, not just ideals.
  • Aligning with Jesus's words shapes our character to resemble the King.
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