Godly Correction

A critical component of being a disciple of Jesus is understanding that being corrected is a part of learning. Many people attribute correction as punishment but that is not always the case. Godly correction can come in the various forms, ranging from being corrected about our understanding to punishment for our wrong actions.

Martyr: Stephen

Stephen is first mentioned in Acts of the Apostles as one of seven Christians appointed by the Apostles to distribute food and charitable aid to poorer members of the community in the early church.

Protection

Mat_1:19 Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly. 

Even when we think it is justified, it is never OK to publicly embarrass or humiliate our mate. In all respects Joseph did not know or understand that God was responsible for Mary’s conception and Joseph had the full right to be angry and expose Mary for what seemed to be adultery.

Preaching vs Teaching

Eph_4:11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers. 

The Apostle Paul is telling the Christians in Ephesus that there are different roles in the body of Christ. It is important to notice that Teaching is listed as a distinct role for the body of believers and it is not just a subset of skills listed under the other roles. And although these roles have distinct characteristics, they also have some overlap.

Martyrs: Peter

This podcast is about a Christian Martyr named Peter. According to Christian tradition, Peter was crucified in Rome under Emperor Nero Augustus Caesar. It is traditionally held that he was crucified upside down at his own request, since he saw himself unworthy to be crucified in the same way as Jesus.

Christ-Like Husband

Eph_5:25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. 

This is a perfect verse to outline the clear expectation of a husband serving his family and spouse. Christ did not come to be served, but to serve. How often the role of the male is painted as the authoritarian and leader in the family.

Being a Disciple

2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. 

This verse tells us that the entire bible was given to us by God so we would learn about Him and if you are a Christian believer you should be learning about God.

Leaving All for You

Gen 2:24 That is why a man leaves his father and mother and is united to his wife, and they become one flesh. 

This scripture is very clear that the husband is to leave his parents and to unite with his wife. His wife is now his main priority. The husband is to be the caregiver of his own family. Not to say he forsakes his parents, but that now he needs to provide for his wife and care for her needs.