In this episode Pastor Duane Brooks preaches on growing in grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. He explores the story of Jesus at the temple, emphasizing the breakthrough in communication between Jesus and his parents. The episode discusses growth in various aspects - physical, intellectual, spiritual, and social - and highlights the importance of community, personal commitment, and the impact of ministry. The audience is encouraged to reflect on their own growth and relationships with God, with an emphasis on creating an environment of grace for the next generation. We have to be intentional about our growth in grace. Message based on Luke 2:41-52.
Quotes:
J.I. Packer: in his book, “Knowing God,” wrote the following concerning the fatherhood of God: “If you want to judge how well a person understands Christianity, find out how much he makes of the thought of being God's child, and having God as his Father.
Socrates: Fellow citizens, why do you burn and scrape every stone to gather wealth and take so little care of your children to whom you must one day relinquish all?
Sam Keene: You have always been there when we your children needed you. And across the years you have given us the best single gift that any parent could give – you took delight in us. In all sorts of ways you let us know that you were glad we were here, that we had value in your eyes, that our presence was a joy and not a burden to you.
Michael Polanyi: Intelligence is personal.
C.S. Lewis: Prince Caspian
“Aslan" said Lucy "you're bigger".
"That is because you are older, little one" answered he.
"Not because you are?"
"I am not. But every year you grow, you will find me bigger."
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