I've noticed an amazing phenomena... Whatever my preacher's sermon details on Sunday seems to play itself out during my week. For example, if the pastor's message offers me Biblical truths to improve my patience, then multiple opportunities to try my patience pop up throughout the week. If he highlights tools to use for building successful relationships, the relationships I'm in will be challenged and the ones I've ignored will resurface to be dealt with.
It reminds me of what I do in my classroom as a teacher- I give a "mini lesson" to offer information to my students, and then follow with structured practices where they can correctly apply the skill. The ultimate goal is that the more my students practice something, the more it will become a part of who they are (researchers say something has to be seen/done at least 28 times before it is acquired fully).
It makes me realize that life is just one big classroom- God individually tailors mini lessons to suit our needs and gives us as many practice opportunities as it takes for us to get it right.
I totally agree with this, Sofi! My dad is our preacher and it really hits close to home for me! It seems he's always preaching right to me. Of course, my sister says the same thing! lol
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