THE ABC’S OF CHRISTIANITY
The Golden Rule
“Do for others as you would like them to do for you.” Luke 6:31 NLT
…because everyone needs it
… because it proves we know about God’s love
“So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples.” John 13: 34-35 NLT
How Do We Put the Golden Rule into Practice?
Live Unselfishly
“The generous prosper and are satisfied; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.” Proverbs 11:25 NLT
Reinvest Blessings
There are two ways we can invest in others:
Collectively
Individually
Recycle Pain
“He is the source of every mercy and the God who comforts us. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others.” 2 Corinthians 1:3- 4 NLT
YOU ARE MOST EMPOWERED TO HELP SOMEONE WHO IS GOING THROUGH WHAT YOU WENT THROUGH.
Recycling Tips:
Be humble
Be real
Determine to Encourage
“Kind words are like honey-sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” Proverbs 16:24 NLT
“[A letter from the Apostles was read to the Christians in Antioch] and there was great joy throughout the church that day as they read this encouraging message.” Acts 15:30-31 NLT