What Does It Really Say?
GCD Newsletter - June 26th 2024
“Love your neighbor” is one of the most well-known commands of Scripture. Even in our largely secular society, this command is often used by non-believers often as a weapon against believers. Should a believer highlight teachings of Scripture that show us where we are guilty of sin, this command played like the ace of spades…the trump card that puts other arguments to rest.
However, those who study Scripture, who seek to understand the whole counsel of God, and who recognize that Scripture never contradicts itself, see the error of the way this command is being twisted. What does it look like to love our neighbor? Does it mean full acceptance of all they do? Do we ever have to correct or confront someone we love? Did Jesus ever, in love, call people to repent of their sins?
These questions won’t be fully fleshed out in a newsletter or an article, but last week’s article by Amy Hornbuckle is a good place to start.
In Christ,
James Williams serves as associate pastor at FBC Atlanta, TX. James and his wife, Jenny, are blessed with four children and are actively involved in foster care. He is passionate about beholding the beauty of our Lord and helping others do the same. He enjoys writing, running, and gardening. You can follow James Twitter or his blog where he writes regularly.
Last Week at GCDiscipleship.com
Is Homosexuality a Worse Sin? By Amy Hornbuckle
“Because of its conspicuous nature, Pride month arouses many responses, thoughts, and questions. A common question Christians ask is, “Is homosexuality a worse sin?” For some Christians, the bigger, underlying question is, “Should Christians call out homosexuality as a sin or stay quiet?”