Follow along with our study with this FREE PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-7J-mPQXGZH4M9ofJnT7-rnOv7v6BtZW/view?usp=drive_link What happens when someone fails, sins, hurts us, or makes a mess? Our response in that moment reveals a lot about the culture we’re creating. In this episode of Loving on Purpose Presents: A Walk Through Culture of Honor, we dive into Chapter 3, “Governing From Heaven,” and unpack one of the central ideas behind a culture of honor: love motivates, while fear tries to control. We talk about why fear of other people’s mistakes can push us toward punishment, self-preservation, disconnection, and control, and why Jesus consistently demonstrated another way. From Peter denying Jesus to the prodigal son, the woman caught in adultery, parenting, marriage, and leadership, we look at what happens when connection remains the goal even when something goes wrong. Governing from heaven means learning to lead from love, trust, freedom, repentance, reconciliation, and our identity as sons and daughters rather than living as though we’re constantly standing before a judge. We also get practical about examining our own reactions. When someone disappoints you, what do you reach for first? Do you protect connection or punish through disconnection? Do you create safety for honesty, or does your response teach people to hide? Whether you’re leading a family, church, business, team, or relationship, you are creating a culture. The question is whether you’re creating it accidentally or on purpose. If you have any questions about this episode, please email us at questions@lovingonpurpose.com. Chapters: 00:00 - Governing From Heaven: Love Motivates, Fear Controls 02:50 - Moving From Control to a Culture of Love 05:39 - Why Leaders Must Remember Their Own Need for Grace 08:29 - Creating Safety Instead of Punishment 11:18 - How Jesus Responds to Failure and Sin 14:08 - Encountering the Father Through Radical Love 16:57 - Choosing Connection When Someone Makes a Mistake 19:47 - Why Love Requires Risk and Vulnerability 22:36 - Sonship, Identity, and the Living Room Instead of the Courtroom 25:26 - What Culture Are You Creating? -------------------------------------------- How we started: In 1984, Danny and Sheri were married. The challenges began almost immediately. They both came from broken families. And they didn’t realize it until 12 years into marriage, but they were considered clinically incompatible. Suffice it to say – they had their fair share of obstacles to overcome. But instead of letting that define them, they turned their struggle into a story they’ve been sharing for over 20 years. Their struggle is your victory. They founded Loving On Purpose to teach you what they’ve learned – how to find hope, connection, and become a powerful person. Our Mission: To Equip Families With The Tools And Resources Needed To Build Connected, Loving Relationships. When families thrive, communities thrive – and ultimately, the world thrives. Our 50-year vision is to surpass Disney as the chief influencer of families across the world. Yeah, we know. It’s ambitious, but so is every big goal until it’s achieved. We’re convinced this is God’s idea. Loving On Purpose is working to become the go-to resource for families who want to build connected, loving relationships. We want to see a world where Christ-likeness is the goal of every family member. Join us as we help create whole, healthy families across the world.
