Life Essentials: The Golden Rule
As we enter a time of annual renewal, we’re winding back our faith journey and turning toward the essentials. Join us every week until Lent for our new series exploring some of the foundational lessons and principles that support our journey as followers of Jesus. This week, we explore the Golden Rule.
Sermon Reflections:
- How does the sermon illustrate the universality of the Golden Rule across various religions and ethical systems? What makes Jesus’ version unique compared to others?
- Pastor Ken highlighted the distinction between refraining from harm and actively doing good. How can you apply this difference in your daily interactions with others?
- Reflect on a personal experience where you practiced the Golden Rule effectively. What made that situation different from other instances where the rule might not have been as applicable?
- Pastor Ken emphasized the challenge of applying the Golden Rule when your preferences might differ from others. How can you navigate this challenge, especially in relationships or interactions where love languages or cultural differences play a role?
- Consider the examples shared in the sermon, such as Elton Simmons’ approach to traffic enforcement and JFK’s call for civil rights, grounded in the Golden Rule. How can societal structures or larger-scale actions be aligned with this principle?
- pastor Ken mentioned the necessity of imagination and intentionality when applying the Golden Rule. How can you cultivate these qualities in your own life to consistently practice this principle in various contexts?