This episode concludes the series by revisiting Ephesians 5:1-2, interpreting ‘imitators’ through the lens of an actor. Drawing from the methods Hollywood actors use to prepare for their roles, we establish a parallel to illustrate how Believers can apply these techniques in their spiritual lives, striving to become the imitators God has destined us to be.

Actors immerse themselves in their characters, analyzing scripts and motivations, and engaging in deep relaxation to enter a creative state1. Similarly, Believers can delve into the Word, understand the ‘character’ God desires them to embody, and find peace in His presence to authentically live out their faith. Just as actors step into their roles with intention and dedication, so too are Christians called to ‘imitate God’ in thought, word, deed, and motive, following the ultimate role model, Jesus Christ.

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This episode is a continuation of the conversation from 1 Corinthians 9:24-27. It stresses the importance of focusing on the right thing and running on the right course, for the proper prize that God has preordained for us. Otherwise, we could end up suffering from "Gold Medal Syndrome."

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This episode continues to offer insight on how to be "imitators of God" by extracting strategies for 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, as well as Hebrews 12:2. By using the theme running to win, listeners will learn or be reminded of what tactics and techniques to develop and deploy in order to regain focus and avoid distractions.

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This episode revisits Hebrews 12:2 in order review how and why our Lord, Jesus Christ endured the cross. By investigating this, the listener will discover or be reminded of the requirements necessary for being "imitators of God" and emulating The Lord.

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This episode picks up where last episode left off. In it, we go deeper in discovering how to develop strategies for staying focused. Core Scripture passages are Hebrews 12:2, Ephesians 1:18, 2 Corinthians 4:18.

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This episode continues to explore God's command to Be imitators of Him and Christ, by stripping off and throwing away "the sin" that surrounds and easily trips us put. This episode also explains exactly what this specific sin is, and why it is a formidable foe of our faith and focus, and also detrimental to our destiny. Scripture passages are Hebrews 12:1, and James 1:6-8.

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In this episode, the primary focus is again, the examination of Hebrews 12:1. The purpose of this examination is to delve deeper into the verse and uncover various ways that can enlighten us on how to effectively "imitate God" by remaining focused, and avoiding becoming entangled. This divine command to imitate God is explicitly stated in Ephesians 5:1, emphasizing the importance of this endeavor. By exploring Hebrews 12:1 and its implications, we aim to gain valuable insights and guidance on how to embody the characteristics and attributes that reflect God's nature in our own lives.

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In this episode, the primary focus is the examination of Hebrews 12:1. The purpose of this examination is to delve into the verse and uncover various ways that can enlighten us on how to effectively "imitate God." This divine command to imitate God is explicitly stated in Ephesians 5:1, emphasizing the importance of this endeavor. By exploring Hebrews 12:1 and its implications, we aim to gain valuable insights and guidance on how to embody the characteristics and attributes that reflect God's nature in our own lives.

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This episode examines Ephesians 5:1-2 even further, by focusing on God's command, or insistence in us imitating Him. Listeners will be encouraged to lay aside weight, and remove arrow tips that may have pierced us, so that we can look to Jesus, as we passionately and persistently pursue our purpose. Another supporting Scripture passage is Hebrews 12:1..

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This episode examines Ephesians 5:1-2 even further, while explaining that as children of God, we shouldn't be intimidated by His command to imitate Him. Listeners will be encouraged to embrace grace, practice patience, and "live your lives in love."

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