In Ephesians 4:1-3, Paul begs us to walk worthy of our calling in 3 areas:
- Our attitude of humility (valuing others) & gentleness (showing brotherly kindness)
- Our actions (being patient with each other - having a long wick - exact opposite of quick tempered & making allowance for each other’s faults - bearing with one another.)
- Our inter-actions or how we influence one-another, keeping unity in the bond of peace (vs. 3)
Unity is always the goal - it is the four attitudes and actions above that get us to that goal. Unity is more important than expressing my opinion! It is not something you pray for, you have to walk it out!
THIS WEEKS SCRIPTURES:
- In 1 Corinthians 1:10 Paul appeals that we be in agreement to avoid divisions, united in mind and in thought.
- Amos 3:3 says 'How can 2 walk together unless they agree?' Our attitude must remain, "United we stand... PERIOD!"
- Romans 14:19 encourages us to make peace and build one another up.
- Acts 2 shows us that unity results in the Spirit being poured out, people being saved, all needs being met and miracles being released!
Ask God to show you this week any areas where you are deficient in the charcter traits that bring unity, especially within the houeshold of faith.
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This series on Character of a Conqueror is really stretching me. What I like most about these messages is that it's relevant. The practical principles are provided in the messages so that I can live the word out, and apply the word to my life daily.
ReplyDeleteI grew up in the church; and what I believe was missing for me was the application component. How do I live out the word of God in my every day life. I believe Pastor Kevin and Pamela are excellent in breaking down the word, and giving us simple principles to live out the word, and to live in victory!
This week I'm going to live out humility, gentleness, patience. Powerful word.
I'm learning so much, and I"m excited to be in service each week to receive more!!!
This part of the series on The Character of a Conqueror was vital because we all too easily tend to become familiar with those we see on a regular basis and it is easy to treat them with contempt.
ReplyDeleteWe need to be patient with those around us while being cautious not to expect people to be patient with us as an excuse for us not to mature.
The Word at HWC is rich every week. When we miss even one week, it is like the bridge was washed out and we didn't know it. We try to cross but can't make it because part of the road is missing... so we try a detour of our own...
Things that make you say, 'hmmm...'!
What powerful messages we are receiving during this series of The Character of a Conqueror...wow!!! I am definitely being stretched. These are practical & necessary steps that I have to walk out on a daily basis in order to walk and live in Victory every day of my life. I'm choosing to live out humility, gentleness, patience and unity...bless God.
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This is a very challenging series. It really makes you aware of all of the negative attitudes that are lurking inside. Through this series, God is refining us like gold so that we can be prepared to handle the great desting that is on all of our lives, individually and corporately. DJ
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