How can we encourage others to remember and apply Jesus' teachings? Remembering His Words (Luke 24:8) “Then they remembered His words.” Building the Habit of Remembrance • Speak Scripture aloud together—“Let the word of Christ richly dwell among you.” (Colossians 3:16) • Repeat key gospel truths at meals, drives, and gatherings, echoing Deuteronomy 6:6-7. • Memorize in community; short passages rehearsed weekly keep minds fresh (Psalm 119:11). Highlighting Fulfilled Promises • Show how Jesus’ earlier statements came true in His resurrection (Luke 9:22; 18:31-33). • Share testimonies of current answered prayer to connect past promises with present reality. • Remind one another that “all the promises of God are ‘Yes’ in Christ.” (2 Corinthians 1:20) Modeling Obedience in Daily Life • Live out what He said—“Whoever hears these words of Mine and acts on them will be like a wise man.” (Matthew 7:24) • Let others see generosity, forgiveness, and purity visibly practiced; actions reinforce memories. • Celebrate small steps of obedience so people experience the joy that follows doing His will (James 1:25). Using the Whole Counsel of Scripture • Tie the Gospels to the Law, Prophets, and Letters, showing a single unfolding story (Luke 24:27). • Read passages in sequence; repetition across genres engrains truth. • Encourage personal reading plans and shared discussion summaries. Creating Memorials of Truth • Keep journals, verse cards, or artwork around the home—modern “stones of remembrance” like Joshua 4. • Mark anniversaries of salvation, baptisms, and answered prayers; retell the story each year. • Sing doctrinally rich hymns and songs; music aids recall and sinks truth deeper. Stirring One Another Up Intentionally • Meet consistently—“Let us consider how to spur one another on to love and good deeds.” (Hebrews 10:24-25) • Offer gentle reminders rather than rebukes; love guards the tone (Ephesians 4:15). • Encourage by name: “I saw how you applied Jesus’ teaching today…” Depending on the Spirit’s Reminders • Trust the promise: “The Helper…will teach you all things and remind you of everything I have told you.” (John 14:26) • Pray together for open minds and recall before conversations, studies, or service. • Expect the Spirit to bring verses to mind at just-in-time moments for others’ benefit. Walking It Out Together • Share meals, serve neighbors, and study Scripture in the same rhythm; proximity multiplies reminders. • Pair older believers with younger; “I constantly remind you of these things…” (2 Peter 1:12-13). • Keep communication open—texts, calls, notes—with quick verses or insights to keep Jesus’ words front-and-center. Remembered words become lived words; lived words become a testimony others can see, imitate, and pass on. |
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