November 24, 2024

228. Mirror Before Sword: The Power of Self-Reflection

28 minutes

"Before you use God's Word as a SWORD, use it first as a MIRROR"

In this episode, we look at the importance of seeing the Bible first as a mirror to ourselves before we use it as a sword against anyone else.

Questions for Self-Examination:

Use Scripture as your mirror, asking "How does this passage reveal areas where I need growth?"

Am I allowing God's Word to transform me, or am I merely acquiring knowledge? (Romans 12:2)

What patterns in my life need to change to align more closely with Scripture?

How am I responding to conviction from the Holy Spirit? (John 16:8)

In what areas am I resisting God's leading?

Am I being honest with myself about my spiritual condition? (Psalm 51:6)

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Rev Cris Rogers is a church leader at allhallowsbow.org.uk and Director of Making Disciples. Chair of the Spring Harvest Planning Group. For more information check out wearemakingdisciples.com #Heart #Hands #Heart

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November 24, 2024

228. Mirror Before Sword: The Power of Self-Reflection

28 minutes

228. Mirror Before Sword: The Power of Self-Reflection

"Before you use God's Word as a SWORD, use it first as a MIRROR"

In this episode, we look at the importance of seeing the Bible first as a mirror to ourselves before we use it as a sword against anyone else.

Questions for Self-Examination:

Use Scripture as your mirror, asking "How does this passage reveal areas where I need growth?"

Am I allowing God's Word to transform me, or am I merely acquiring knowledge? (Romans 12:2)

What patterns in my life need to change to align more closely with Scripture?

How am I responding to conviction from the Holy Spirit? (John 16:8)

In what areas am I resisting God's leading?

Am I being honest with myself about my spiritual condition? (Psalm 51:6)

Support the podcast with a coffee....

https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crisrogers

To get a copy of The Bible Book By Book head here...https://www.eden.co.uk/christian-books/bible-study/bible-study-reference-books/bible-background/the-bible-book-by-book/

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