Rodney79

Turning decisions into disciples

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Embodying Jesus means daily sacrifice of selfishness, powered by the Holy Spirit. This 'martyr's death' gives way to resurrection power for a selfless life on Earth. Who needs your selfless love today? #ChristianLiving #FaithInAction

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Agape love doesn't ask "How does this serve me?" but "How does this further God's will and the welfare of others?" Esteem others greater than yourself, not viewing the church like a restaurant. #AgapeLove #ChristianLiving

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Is your faith based on Jesus' gifts, or on Jesus Himself? When the perks stop, would you still follow? True discipleship means aligning your heart with His, not just seeking His blessings. We must know what to do before we can grow. #FaithJourney #Discipleship

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

The gospel teaches us to 'get to give,' not 'give to get.' True love asks not 'What's in it for me?' but 'What can I give, even at a cost?' Understand the profound difference between being an American Christian and a biblical disciple. #Faith #ChristianLiving #Love

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Jesus revealed a heavenly perspective, and many disciples turned back. Love doesn't control loyalty or pursue success at the expense of truth. True leadership lets followers go if they can't accept the truth. #Christianity #Leadership

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Many people seek Jesus not for signs, but for personal gain – seeking blessing without belief or obedience. This self-centered approach reflects a gospel focused only on what individuals can get, rather than what they can give. #Faith #Christianity

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Biblical love, as described in 1 Corinthians 13, challenges the American Christian's perspective. Agape love doesn't ask 'What's in it for me?' but rather 'What does love require, even at a cost?' #Christianity #Love

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

The 'me|Church' mentality prioritizes self-satisfaction over genuine love and service. True discipleship, inspired by Jesus, calls for selfless giving, not seeking personal comfort. #Christianity #Selflessness #Discipleship

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

The 'American Gospel' often twists Jesus's words, using Him as a means to an end for personal gain. This culture perverts teachings like 'Give, and it will be given to you,' prioritizing self-interest over true discipleship. #Christianity #Faith #Theology

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Rudeness prioritizes being right, but love prioritizes redemption. Love's meaning varies today. Discover the 4 types of human love with a free, one-page infographic. Link in description! #LoveTypes #SelfHelp

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Are you a Biblical disciple or just an American Christian? Embrace daily dying to self, pride, and comfort to walk in the Spirit's power. Discover the 3 Rs of God's Kingdom: revelation, relationship, and righteousness. #Discipleship #FaithJourney #ChristianLife

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

The worst wounds in the church often come not from lies, but from truth told without love. Love isn't rude; it never hurts someone's pride to make a point, even if it sounds serene. Let's dissolve the discourse that wins arguments but loses attention. #ChurchLife #Love

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Jesus' profound response: 'Let the one without sin cast the first stone.' Silence public shame. He restores dignity before addressing her, showing compassion over condemnation. True righteousness protects the vulnerable. #BiblicalWisdom #Compassion

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Rudeness isn't just about being impolite; it's a disregard for God's image in others. It stems from fear, insecurity, and arrogance, violating relational dignity by acting disgracefully and shaming others publicly. #BiblicalTruths #Respect #Love

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Interrupting others screams 'my thoughts are more important.' True love listens first, respecting others as instructed in James 1:19. Pride always seeks to interrupt, but Agape love honors by giving the space to be heard. #Communication #Respect #Love

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Discipleship isn't just about growing; it's about knowing what to do before you can grow. Jesus commanded us to love one another, just as He loved us. This is how the world will know. #ChristianLiving #LoveOneAnother

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Jesus embodied truth without humiliation, confronting sin relentlessly but never cruelly. His authority stemmed from moral clarity and charity, not from weaponizing truth or asserting superiority. #Jesus #Truth #Morality

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Jesus models truth without humiliation, confronting sin and falsehood with moral clarity and charity. He protected the accused before correcting them, a stark contrast to many modern truth-tellers. #Faith #MoralClarity

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Truth without tenderness, silence without care, accuracy without honor—that's rudeness. Agape love never prioritizes its point over another's pain. It seeks to understand and communicate truth gently. #AgapeLove #BiblicalWorldview

[Rodney79 @rodneyhick]

Truth communicated without love makes people feel exposed, judged, and talked at, causing their hearts to close. Agape delivers truth with dignity, respecting the image of God in others, even during disagreement. #Communication #Empathy