The Three Simple Rules
Life can be complicated at times. We often feel scattered and overwhelmed. We come to church seeking peace and direction. We come hoping to gain perspective and fulfillment. Drawing parallels between Wesley’s time and the world today, the feelings of disenfranchisement, doubt and fear are much the same. But Wesley’s three simple rules transformed women and men and started a Methodist movement that became a denomination and transformed a forming nation in North America. What would it look like if you made these rules the center of your living?
The 3 Simple Rules were guides to those who wanted to be intentional about their discipleship rather than trust to chance and circumstance the depth of their relationship with Jesus. They were intended to be ways to guide your life habits, actions and attitudes to become more Christ-Centered. Methodism developed by those we wanted to be intentional about life change.
Be Intentional
I will not be the person I don’t want to be. I will not be petty, jealous, or envious, or give in to any other of those lazy emotions. I will not gossip or speak badly of others, no matter who I am with or what environment I am in. I will not be negative when it is easier to be positive. I will not hurt others when it is possible to help. I will know the temptations, situations and environments in life that I must avoid, and I will, in fact, avoid them, even if it means loosening relationships with others who “live” in those environments.
It’s my life and my relationship with Christ matters more than what other people think of me.
Loving Teacher, come and make your home in our hearts this day. Dwell with us all day long and save us from error or foolish ways. Teach us today to do no harm, to do good and assist us so that we may stay in loving relationship with you and our neighbor. Help us today to be an answer to another’s prayer so that we may be one of your signs of hope in the world you love.
Sermon Notes 07.15.12 Do No Harm
Audio Files: Do No Harm 7.15.12E Do No Harm 7.15.12L
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