Jesus never gave advice

Physical maturity is bound to time. Spiritual maturity is bound to obedience.

We must always keep in mind all legitimate authority is from God, and is given for protection, provision, and peace.

Just as Jesus learned obedience by the things He suffered, we learn obedience by the difficult circumstances we face. When we obey the Word of God that is spoken by the Holy Spirit, we will grow and mature in the times of conflict and suffering. Our knowledge of Scripture is not the key. Obedience is.

We all have life-defining moments. They are like open-book tests, but we don't know we have been examined until it is over.

Grace gives us the power to live, and mercy keeps us free from guilt, condemnation, and shame.

If we don’t risk being hurt, we cannot give unconditional love. Unconditional love gives others the right to hurt us.