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Romans 2:17-3:8 ‘Whatever’ and ‘it’s all good’The there are two current phrases which are commonly used today. The first is ‘whatever’ and it is used instead of saying “I don’t care.” You might express your concern or your advice to someone and in response you get ‘Whatever.” Sadly we say the same thing to God, he sent Jesus to rescue us and our response is ‘whatever.’ The other phrase that is common is “It’s all good” which is a way of saying that something even though inconvenient, hurtful and annoying is not troubling, it’s not a problem. But sometimes it really isn’t ‘all good.’ Sometimes we experience real tragedy and real crises and a quip phrase like ‘it’s all good.’ doesn’t cut it. Real hope comes from a willingness to hear what God has to say without telling ‘whatever’ or pretending that ‘it’s all good.’ the Rev  Sometimes we say 'Whatever' to God ExercisesIf you would like to live in the real world rather than saying 'whatever' to God or pretending that you or your life is better than it is then here are some exercises that will help you. Click on ‘Read more below’
Romans: Humble PrideBible Reading: Romans 2:17-3:8 Sermon Outline Humble Pride Rom 1:18-3:1-8ExercisesShare a situation where you have said or thought “whatever”; to a person, a circumstance and to God? (Rom 1:18-32) Does God love you more or less depending on what you do? Discuss (Rom 2:1-24) Explore whether there is a connection between our desire to be accepted by our friends and our relationship with God (Rom 2:25-29) Share an argument you have had with God. TIP: think of a time you got angry (Rom 3:1-8) What would you like to deliberately change, in your life, out of gratitude to God.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, please forgive me for playing games with you. Help me to love you for who you are rather than trying to get what I want out of you. Thanks for not giving up on me. Amen
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