Pick out five biblical characters, at least two from the Hebrew Scriptures and do not choose Jesus but some others from the New Testament. With each biblical figure, try to identify at least five actions, good or bad, that each did or statements that they made. Don’t stress over it or go back and review. Simply put down what you remember.
Now, using those sketches, go back and compare them to the nine statements you made yesterday that reflect where you think God intends for the universe. What you are doing is reflecting on how leaders in the community of faith live in accordance with or in contrast with God’s intention for the universe. For example, Adam and Eve’s eating of the forbidden fruit was an act of rebellion. Please note God’s response to their behavior. There were consequences but God did not give up on them. Nor did it defeat God’s involvement in the evolving purpose for creation. Or, in Peter’s case, his choice to follow and devote himself to Jesus as the Christ reflected his reorientation of his life towards God’s perspective. It didn’t mean his life was perfect but it did shape the direction of his life. His denial was not his best behavior but it didn’t defeat God’s intention in Christ.
What does this contribute to your own spiritual journey and that of your church?
