Good word I read this morning . . .
March 17, 2010
“Personal transformation happens best in the context of a loving community that extends grace and truth. The Gospel of John proclaims: The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the Glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth (John 1:14; emphasis ours). Personal transformation happens best when the person is offered a grace-filled environment.
When Jesus encountered Thomas’ doubt following his resurrection, he did not lash out in anger. He responded with grace (John 20:27). Judgment, criticism, guilt, or shame can produce short-term change, but meaningful, long-term, inside-out change is nurtured by grace. Creating an environment where an individual experiences acceptance in spite of failure allows personal transformation to take root.”
Jim Herrington, Robert Creech & Trisha Taylor
