Episode 59

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29th Jun 2021

This Is US: Acceptance

SERIES:  THIS IS US:  Forgiveness – Ken Wetmore

Fred “Mister” Rogers has been called the champion of radical acceptance. A Presbyterian minister, Mister Rogers took his cues about acceptance from Jesus. Jesus is the original champion of radical acceptance. Acceptance is not the endpoint of a relationship. It is the beginning. It allows transformation to occur in God’s time and God’s way.

 


This week our #WholeLifeTakeAways were: 

  • How do you struggle to accept? Which of the barriers to acceptance Ken spoke about are causing you to struggle? What do you need to do?
  • Think of Jesus’ interactions in the Gospels. How did he show acceptance for those he encountered?
  • Reflect on the people who have made you feel completely accepted. Reach out to at least one of them to express how they have made a difference in your life.

 

Which #TakeAway gave you a reason to pause, reflect, or share your thoughts?  Let us know by reaching out and sharing with us using one of the following:


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NEXT WEEK:  This is US:  Forgiveness.   This will be the 4th in our 8 part series that will examine in detail our values as a faith community at WholeLife Church.

                       

The theme music for Speaking of Grace was written, produced, and performed by WholeLife Church’s own Phillip Burks - https://www.phillipburks.com/.


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