Upward & Outward Focused

My goal for this week is to 'listen well.' I want to truly get to know and understand people I haven't yet met. I want to make new friends. I want to write their names down so that I don't forget them. In fact, I'd love to make a new friend every day. I don't know about you, but if I'm not INTENTIONAL, my focus tends to be INWARD- entirely on myself. This is contrary to the Holy Spirit's leading.

 The greatest command is to "Love the Lord your God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength." That's an UPWARD focus. The second greatest command is to "Love your neighbor as yourself." That's an OUTWARD focus. 

INWARD= SELF-ish

UPWARD & OUTWARD= CHRIST-like

Make a new friend today, and you will be blessed! -Pastor Brad

Written on December 31, 2024