Mercy
“Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude.”
1 Peter 3:8 NLTFinally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted, and keep a humble attitude. “Finally, all of you should be of one mind.” How do we do this? After all, the other person is doing it wrong, and they […]
When You Are Ready To See The Truth, He Will Be Faithful To Open Your Eyes To It
Mark 10:46-52 NLTThen they reached Jericho, and as Jesus and his disciples left town, a large crowd followed him. A blind beggar named Bartimaeus (son of Timaeus) was sitting beside the road. When Bartimaeus heard that Jesus of Nazareth was nearby, he began to shout, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” “Be quiet!” […]
Sometimes We Are Confounded By God’s Wisdom, Yield Your Heart To God’s Wisdom And Win
James 3:17 NLTBut the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere. ”But the wisdom from above is first of all […]
Are You Looking To Persuade Others? Let Your Example Speak Loudly
Ephesians 4:2 NLTAlways be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. ”ALWAYS be humble and gentle.” This is a command, not a suggestion. It is easy to observe others and make judgments in our minds about the spiritual growth of those around us. The […]
When You Forgive Those Around You, You Free All Parties From Resentment and Hostility
Matthew 18:21-22 NLTThen Peter came to him and asked, “Lord, how often should I forgive someone who sins against me? Seven times?” “No, not seven times,” Jesus replied, “but seventy times seven! I think Peter thought he was being generous with the number seven when He asked Jesus, how many times we are to forgive. […]
Hopeful or Anxious? What is the Condition of Your Heart? Your Words Reveal the Truth
Matthew 15:10-11 NLTThen Jesus called to the crowd to come and hear. “Listen,” he said, “and try to understand. It’s not what goes into your mouth that defiles you; you are defiled by the words that come out of your mouth.” “But the words you speak come from the heart — that’s what defiles you.” […]