HEAR AND PUT JESUS’ WORDS INTO PRACTICE

 Luke 6:37-49 / Keywords 6:47

HEAR AND PUT JESUS’ WORDS INTO PRACTICE

 

1. Be gracious to others (37-42)

Jesus teaches us not to judge or condemn others. This does not mean we ignore

sin or are amoral. Instead we forgive generously as God forgives us generously. In

fact, we will be forgiven as much as we forgive others. The more we grow and are

trained in Christ, the more we become like him, even in his forgiveness. God trains

us by helping us to recognize the planks in our eyes before removing the specks

in our brother’s eyes.

 

2. A life built on Jesus’ words (43-49)

Trees are recognized by their fruits. Good fruit in one’s life comes from a good

heart. We can cultivate a good heart when we come to Jesus, hear his words and

put them into practice. Such a person is like someone who builds a house, digs

down deep, and lays a good foundation. When trials come, the person remains

firm in the Lord. But a person who does not practice Jesus’ words will find his life

destroyed in the time of disaster.

 

Prayer Lord, thank you for forgiving my sins. Help me to build my life on your

word and forgive others.

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