We are fascinated with labels. They define and distinguish us from one another. They give a sense of belonging or separation. But do they help or hinder us?
When we label one another it hurts. We focus not on what we agree on but on what we differ on. Labels like seeker sensitive OR spirit filled. Rarely are we allowed to be both. But Jesus was very clear about tearing down labels that separate relationship and create disunity. Standing with God does not mean standing against men. Discover the power of AND.
Kelly Stickel
My Victory Church
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If we isolate ourselves from people who don't think like us how are we to reach them? Jesus said to "go into all the world" How can we go into ALL the world if we only associate with those who are like us? Jesus modelled something different. He gave grace to those honestly seeking him and truth to the self-righteous, the religious.
Truth without grace leads to legalism. Grace without truth is mere tolerance. The key to true Christian spirituality is to integrate these two qualities into life, imitating the character of Christ. We need the balance of both. Grace AND truth.
Kelly Stickel
Lead Pastor - My Victory Church
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"We embrace diversity of all kinds except for ideological. We want to be inclusive of people who don't look like us - so long as they think like us" But what do you do when they don't think like you? Push back comes when we are asked to love AND respect someone different from us. Can you respect those that don't believe like you do? Jesus didn't just give love when it wasn't earned, He gave undeserved respect as well.
www.kellystickel.com
www.myvictory.ca
facebook: VictoryChurchLethbridge
twitter: VCLethbridge
www.kellystickel.com
www.myvictory.ca
facebook: VictoryChurchLethbridge
twitter: VCLethbridge
www.kellystickel.com
www.myvictory.ca
facebook: VictoryChurchLethbridge
twitter: VCLethbridge
www.kellystickel.com
www.myvictory.ca
facebook: VictoryChurchLethbridge
twitter: VCLethbridge