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“Before you say anything about someone, Jesus teaches, first think of yourself. This question by Jesus creates a new way of life: ‘Why do you see the speck in your neighbor’s eye, but do not notice the log in your … Continue reading
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Last Friday was Day 20 of our reading Scot McKnight’s book and brought us to the half-way mark. Do you think it accidental that the title of last Friday’s reading was “At the Center of a Centered Life”? Why don’t … Continue reading
“In everything do to others as you would have them do to you; for this is the law and the prophets. Matthew 7:12 “Everyone then who hears these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise … Continue reading
“But strive first for the Kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Matthew 6:33 “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Matthew 6:21 Facing the Day: … Continue reading
“Beware of practicing your piety before others in order to be seen by them; for then you have no reward from your Father in heaven.” Matthew 6:1 “Hes has told you, O mortal, what is god; and what does the … Continue reading
“But love your enemies” Luke 6:35 “Father, forgive them.” Luke 23:24 Facing the Day: The Jesus Creed summons us to love even our enemy. … Continue reading
“The Jesus Creed ethic counters everything our culture considers great …. true greatness is measured not by fame and fortune, but by goodness and mercy.” (p 86) Is culture the source of your ethic or is the Jesus Creed?
“Whoever does [these commandments] and teaches them will be called great in the Kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:19b “First be reconciled to your brother or sister.” Matthew 5:24 Facing the Day: Greatness is measured by loving relationships not by fame … Continue reading
“Let you light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 “The influence we are to have on others by living the Jesus Creed comes through good … Continue reading
“You are the salt of the earth.” “You are the light of the world.” Matthew 5:13, 14 “Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to care for orphans and widows in their distress, and to … Continue reading