Power Principle: Each of us “preaches the Word” or “our opinion” when we respond to another person’s comments or questions! We must share the Truth in Love as laity and clergy.

Here are some comments or questions others often share…
A) “I’m thinking about leaving my spouse”.
B) “I’m moving in with my boyfriend”.
C) “I’m leaving the church I’ve been attending because of what the pastor said….I think I will find a ‘grace filled church’”

Here is Paul’s “Word of Love and Truth to us”.

1.Stay focused on God’s Agenda, not your agenda.

My son, do not despise the chastening of the Lord, nor be weary of His correction; (Proverbs 3:11).

There is grievous correction for him who forsakes the way; he who hates reproof shall die (Proverbs 15:10).

My child, pay attention and listen to my wisdom and insight. Then you will know how to behave properly, and your words will show that you have knowledge (Proverbs 5:1).

For the commandment is a lamp, and the law a light; reproofs of instruction are the way of life (Proverbs 6:23).

But a wise man, when rebuked, will love you all the more (Proverbs 9:8).

2. Fear not.

3. Run your race - looking to Jesus.