What is the way of love?
Questions for Reflection
Use these questions for personal reflection, group discussion, or both.
1. In his sermon, Bishop Curry challenges those listening to follow Jesus and his way of love, saying, “Don’t be ashamed to be people of love.” Have you ever felt reluctant, or embarrassed, to live a Jesus centered life? Where did those feelings come from? If you are still in that season, what would help you live a shame-free life of love?
2. The Way of Love is not a curriculum or a program; it is a set of timeless practices that are meant to help people structure their lives around the life and teachings of Jesus. In his conversation with Lorenzo Lebrija, Bishop Curry speaks about the importance of “training the spirit” and practice, practice, practice. Have you ever thought about your spiritual life as something that needs practice and training? Just as we develop physical muscles when we exercise, so our soul develops spiritual muscles when we practice things like prayer, worship, and studying Scripture over and over. What “spiritual muscle” would you like to build up?
3. Living in a context greater than ourselves is essential to a healthy and whole life. How does (or how could) being part of the Jesus Movement inform how you live your daily life, how you interact with others, and what choices you make – from how you spend your money to how you spend your time?
Prayer: A Collect for Guidance
O heavenly Father, in whom we live and move and have our being: We humbly pray thee so to guide and govern us by thy Holy Spirit, that in all the cares and occupations of our life we may not forget thee, but may remember that we are ever walking in thy sight; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
https://wayoflove.episcopalchurch.org/episodes/DFMS3081130278
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