The Well

A lot of people use Matthew 7:1 to argue that we should never tell anyone that they’re sinning. In fact, if you’ve ever gotten into a debate about morality or challenged a friend about a sin they were dealing with, there’s a good chance they brought up this verse. But is that what Jesus really meant when he told us not to judge others?

As Christians, we’re called to go out into the world and win souls for Christ. But for many of us, this command feels more like a suggestion or a duty that someone else is meant to fulfill. Today on The Verdict, Pastor John Munro helps reshape our thinking with a lesson on the joy, privilege, and responsibility of telling others about Jesus.

Throughout the Bible, God has called people to give their very lives to receive a greater reward in Heaven. If you study Church history for even a brief moment, you will read story after story of people who faithfully answered this call. Now, Pastor Jeff isn’t trying to tell you that you will be forced to choose between the Gospel and your own life! But there will come a time when following Jesus will cost you something, and choosing to remain faithful to Him will grant you a greater reward in Heaven!

What if you had knowledge that could guarantee a full and successful life? You’d be one rich person! But, the truth is, God has provided this knowledge to us through His Word, and rich are those who follow it! Philip De Courcy shares how we can live life with guaranteed success by adding to our faith.

In this episode, Mark shares a deeply personal devotional about the challenges parents face when their teens make decisions that go against family values or wound their hearts. Mark explores how parents can maintain meaningful relationships with their children even amid conflict, disappointment and cultural changes. He emphasizes the importance of listening, asking thoughtful questions and loving unconditionally, rather than leading with criticism or cutting off connection. If you’re navigating disagreements with the teen in your life, this episode is for you!

To better understand why teens do the crazy things they do — and how to protect your relationship while still teaching them a valuable lesson — visit bit.ly/teens-inappropriate-behavior-2

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