Part of SIMPLE: values that define our church.
Our love for God is clearly revealed in how we love each other.
1 John 4:21 says, ‘Anyone who does not love his brother or sister who he has seen, cannot love God who he has not seen’.
Like Paul said to the Corinthians, ‘love compels us!’ We want people to love and serve out of delight rather than duty.
Compassion is like the seasoning that brings our words to life, making them meaningful and full of impact.
Words carry great power, and while we can't control what others say, we can choose how much weight to give their words and focus on what is true and uplifting.
Understanding the impact of our speech and how aligning our words with God's heart can transform our relationships and communities.
We are called to speak with grace and care, recognizing the power of our words to either uplift or harm.
Jesus redefines "glory" as being about other-oriented love, rather than just about power.
When Jesus demonstrates that with being a king and a servant, he's our friend.
Shrek the ogre built a wall around his home, because he was tired of a judgemental world.
Our anger at situations in our world often leads us to wish for retribution.