Homework is about the activity that has been assigned. Homework is heads down and task oriented. Homework is finite and focused on just getting it done.
Research is about the subject being explored. Research is eyes open and expansive. Research opens infinite avenues of exploration and is focused on the joy of discovery.
Too often we approach our relationship with Jesus like homework. Prayer prayed...Bible read...offering given...church attended...done.
But when we truly walk with Jesus, we must approach it as research. Jesus doesn't invite us to a task list. He invites us to delight in the totality of who he is. He invites us to explore his character and participate in his plan for the world. He invites us to into endlessly new discoveries of his infinite greatness.
The unfortunate end of homework Christianity is either a disappointing emptiness or a self-defeating legalistic pride. The end of research Christianity is a purpose-giving, joy-producing, hope-inspiring, world-changing delight in the God of the universe.
Homework or research: In which direction is your pursuit of Jesus taking you?
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