32 And be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you[a] in Christ. (Ephesians 4:32 CSB) We have a choice each moment of each day to choose kindness in our interaction with others. No, it is not always easy. It may even require you to swallow your pride, your anger or even your … Read more
9 Let us not get tired of doing good, for we will reap at the proper time if we don’t give up. (Galatians 6:9 CSB) Life can, at times, seem bleak. We can feel like we have been abandoned. We can feel like things are taking too long to happen or are too difficult. Our dark valleys can … Read more
25 There was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon. This man was righteous and devout, looking forward to Israel’s consolation, and the Holy Spirit was on him. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he saw the Lord’s Messiah. (Luke 2:25-26 CSB) I love me a short cut. … Read more
13 Who among you is wise and understanding? By his good conduct he should show that his works are done in the gentleness that comes from wisdom. (James 3:13 CSB) Gentleness can be a powerful force. We do not typically think of gentleness in this way. We pay homage to power and forcefulness. But, in many … Read more
12 Speak and act as those who are to be judged by the law of freedom. 13 For judgment is without mercy to the one who has not shown mercy. Mercy triumphs over judgment. (James 2:12-13 CSB) There is this seemingly continual need to judge others in the world today. This is nothing new. Since the dawn of man … Read more