The Story Explained – Parables Part 3
Both the intent and the content of stories are in the mind and heart of the story-teller!
Both the intent and the content of stories are in the mind and heart of the story-teller!
People remember the stories, long after the bullet points have faded away!
I have a friend who is a good story teller……
God will not force us to activate these virtues by faith, but why wouldn’t we?
These virtues are already planted deep within us, and there’s plenty to go around!
It’s love that identifies us as Jesus’ friends and followers.
Grace is getting what you don’t deserve, and mercy is not getting what you deserve.
It’s something “other” and it’s something more.
It’s not Passive Patience, it’s Passionate Patience!
Without self-control we’re at the mercy of our reactions and impulses.