Relational Gradus - Transparency

Another interesting Bible: Out Of The Box meeting has passed. In our continuing discovery on Relational Gradus, we discussed the topic of being transparent (or genuineness; or vulnerability; or openness; or honesty - pick a word that may more meaningful to you). We did an exercise to enlarge our thinking through observation of what being transparent is and how it can benefit a relationship. In watching a movie clip we talked about what we saw, heard and even proposed what a person might be thinking, it can help us be more open to others. Being open is risky - that's were the gamble comes in - but, as we've talked about before, it pays huge dividends in the end!

Homework assignment for Monday, March 2nd
Observe relational interactions with others and note the following:

• When do you observe the other person being transparent OR not transparent?
• When do you observe YOURSELF being transparent or not transparent?
• Come prepared to share your observations (at least one for each of the above)

We will continue to solidify our learning with some role playing during our meeting. Don't be afraid of role playing, look at is as an "adventure" or on-the-job training for life!!

Also, please take advantage of reading / using this blog. Talk with y'all later!!

Blessings!

Hey there!!! It was GREAT to see folks on Monday night. I trust you found the "review" of the past material helpful to set a base for where we're going over the next few weeks.

Here is the homework assignment due Monday, the 16th:

• Read Galatians 5:19-21 (Works of the Flesh)
• Read Galatians 5:22-23 (Fruit of the Spirit)
• Select a couple of items from each group that "click" with you
• Observe your life for the next week and note where you demonstrate the characteristics you've chosen
• We'll have folks share their observations
• We'll be talking about this and the relationship to the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil and the Tree of Life

Don't forget to check out the video for fun and the Dictionary.com definition of "gradus" as it will help you get a sense of where God is taking us as we all work relational gradus! Also, please take advantage of reading / using this blog. Talk with y'all later!!

Blessings!