Oct. 27, 2024
You become more mature in your faith and more like Jesus when you speak the truth in love!
1-The Calling You Have Received
-We are called to be humble because God is humble.
-We are called to be gentle because God is gentle.
-We are called to be patient because God is patient.
-We are called to bear with one another in love because God bears with us in love.
2-God Wants Us To Be Built-Up, Not Puffed Up
A-God Gave Us Leaders to Equip People For Works of Service
B-When We Work and Serve Together Then The Church Will Be Built-Up
3-Speak The Truth In Love
Let go of ego, anger, excitement and hurt feelings to communicate honestly and openly with others to grow in Christ.
A-Speaking The Truth In Love Avoids Pitfalls
B-Speaking The Truth In Love Builds Everyone Up
1-Commit to Speaking Honestly From Your Heart
2-Speak With Compassion
3-Choose the Right Time for The Conversation
4-Use A Gentle Tone
5-Listen to the Other Person’s Response Without Becoming Defensive
Scripture References:
Ephesians 4:1-16