What does it mean? The theme is based on Ephesians 4:32, "Instead be kind to each another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you." I believe one of the toughest things to do, especially as a Christian, is to look beyond the short comings of our brothers and sisters in the Lord. The comment I have heard in these situations has been, "They should know better! I would never do that." We have also heard the phrase, "love the sinner, hate the sin." Easier said then done. As relationships go, it is a two way street. Ephesians reinforces the fact that one side of the street is kindness, forgiveness, and being tenderhearted. The other side of the street is repentance, reconciliation and humility. When both of these are in action....GRACE abounds.
How does it look? Simply stated, BEAUTIFUL in the eyes of our Lord.
How can one truly put it into practice? I would suggest placing yourself on the repentance, reconciliation and humble side of the street with someone that truly cares for you and will meet you half way on the other side. Once you both have experienced God's design for this relationship, you can now multiply it with those around you as you pattern the correct relationship within PLUG. This will be the spark to a wild fire our Peer Level Unlimited Grace.
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