In Edward Welch's book, Addictions, which is a great book on theology, he concludes his book, with 6 ways we can serve in love: (p. 283)
1. Remembering the way that Jesus served us (John 13), what opportunities for service do you have today?
2. Seeking peace is a profound way to show love. Consider studying The Peacemaker, by Ken Sande.
3. Spend group time in prayer for other people.
4. Key features of love are patience and kindness (I Corinthians 13:4). In what situations do you react with frustration? What form could kindness take in your relationships?
5. Pray for the Spirit of love. Pray for opportunities to demonstrate love.
6. Talk about how you have seen the love of Christ in others.
This book is not just for addicts, but for all of us who deal with addicts as well. He ends each chapter with "Practical Theology." He lays out: "As you face your own addiction," and then, "As you help someone else." Isn't that love?
1. Remembering the way that Jesus served us (John 13), what opportunities for service do you have today?
2. Seeking peace is a profound way to show love. Consider studying The Peacemaker, by Ken Sande.
3. Spend group time in prayer for other people.
4. Key features of love are patience and kindness (I Corinthians 13:4). In what situations do you react with frustration? What form could kindness take in your relationships?
5. Pray for the Spirit of love. Pray for opportunities to demonstrate love.
6. Talk about how you have seen the love of Christ in others.
This book is not just for addicts, but for all of us who deal with addicts as well. He ends each chapter with "Practical Theology." He lays out: "As you face your own addiction," and then, "As you help someone else." Isn't that love?
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