Just because someone is gifted doesn’t mean they’re mature. Gifts are like a seasoning to the Gospel. Maturity places a value on both seasoning and substance!
You were not born for your pleasure. You were born for God’s purpose. We are taking the next ten weeks to explore the book of Ephesians. I’m asking you to read this book every week. One chapter a day gets you there.
Jesus spoke the Beatitudes in the context of and in contrast to the heavy oppression of Rome. The Roman Empire is often depicted as a symbol of power, oppression, and hostility, particularly towards early Christians. In contrast, Jesus Christ embodies humility, servanthood, and love.
The most popular course in the history of Yale University was offered in the fall of 2017 taught by Laurie Santos “Teaching students to lead a happier more satisfying life” called The Good Life. As you read the Beatitudes, think about what you believe you need to have a good life.
Prov. 22:6 tells us to train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old he will not depart from those ways. There are many conflicting re- sources and books on various ways to train children today. It is important to note the verse specifically says we are to train up a child in the way not a way.
