I always thank God for you because of his grace given you
in Christ Jesus. For in him you have been enriched in every way - in all your
speaking and in all your knowledge.
--1
Corinthians 1:4-5
New International Version
THOUGHTS ABOUT
TODAY'S VERSE
The
apostle Paul was amazing. He is writing one of the most problematic churches
and yet finds reasons to give thanks for them. First, he is thankful for them
because Jesus died for them. When God extends his race to others, how can we
not do the same? Second, he recognizes the areas of their abuse are also a
reason to give thanks - they may have distorted it, but when reined in to honor
God, these gifts could bless their church. Even though he has tough words to
follow, Paul's example reminds us that a child of God is something to be
cherished, even if they have problems.
MY PRAYER
Gracious
Father, give me the heart to see reasons to be thankful for all of your
children. I confess that it is often so easy for me to view others based on how
they view! me, share my theological opinions, or how much trouble they cause
me. Forgive me, for I know if you had done the same with me, I would have never
been one of your children. Please help me rejoice in your children. Through
Jesus I pray. Amen.
Forgiveness is for
You
Today's Scripture:
Judge
not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned.
Forgive, and you will be forgiven.
Luke
6:37, NKJV.
Today's Word:
Did
you know that the ability to forgive others is a gift from God? The Bible tells
us that if we don’t forgive others, we cannot be forgiven. If we don’t forgive,
we are blocking the ability for God to work in our lives. But when we choose to
forgive, we are choosing
God’s
way and opening the door for Him to heal our hurts and restore our souls.
Forgiveness
doesn’t mean that what that person did was right or that you even have to get
back into a relationship with that person. Forgiveness simply releases the debt
they owe you so that God can release the debt you owe Him. Ask the Lord to
search your heart and show you if there is any unforgiveness blocking His
blessing in your life. Ask Him to show you more about this gift of forgiveness
so that you can walk in the freedom and victory He has for you today.
Prayer for Today:
God,
I know that You have called me to forgive others. Today I choose to release
those who have hurt me and trust that You will be my Vindicator. I choose to
forgive knowing it opens the door to Your healing in Jesus’ name. Amen.
By: Joel Osteen
source:
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Jayson
Cabrera Gali
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