Monologue or dialogue. It is a choice. Do we talk to others or with them? Do we speak and hear or share and listen?
Do you remember "show and tell" in kindergarten?
The first part was to bring something (or someone, favorite pet) and then to share about it with your class. But, most of us forget that the most fun part was getting the follow-up questions from our classmates... If you ever get a chance to experience a show and tell day in a local kindergarten. It will bring deep joy and true laughter to your soul.
That's what this blog is supposed to be. With this new beginning, I hope that this blog will be a collaborative environment for many in the One Life Church community. I invite all to write, share personal stories and uncompleted thoughts. The key element here will be grace. Permission to share without pious judgement and dogmatic argument. Please honor all those who share and comment as it is a courageous thing to participate. Also, for those of us who like to hear ourselves talk (or type). Be courteous and patient as not everyone can fill four web pages (front and back) without taking a breath. Each post will be reviewed for expressing the grace-filled tone and being family-rated.
Jesus Christ of Nazareth is our model. He spoke to all kindly and honestly, yet was never rude or hurtful. Even when speaking with the oppressive political elite or hypocritical religious leaders you almost hear his heart breaking. He said to many, "you are close to the Kingdom of God". Let's pray for one another to experience the revelation of a God who so out-loves every earthly example.
A new Grace and Peace,
Troy
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