13 even though I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an arrogant man. But I received mercy because I acted out of ignorance in unbelief, 14 and the grace of our Lord overflowed, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. (1 Timothy 1:13-14 CSB) I can tell you that I have...
Overcome
4 He will wipe away every tear from their eyes. Death will be no more; grief, crying, and pain will be no more, because the previous things[a] have passed away. (Revelations 21:4 CSB) I am overcome today. The tragedy of the elementary school shooting is beyond words. My wife is an elementary school teacher. I...
Bearing With One Another
12 Therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and dearly loved, put on compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience,13 bearing with one another and forgiving one another if anyone has a grievance against another. Just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you are also to forgive. (Colossians 3:12-13 CSB) When you are called upon to forgive...
Past Actions
27 “But the one who was mistreating his neighbor pushed Moses aside, saying: Who appointed you a ruler and a judge over us? 28 Do you want to kill me, the same way you killed the Egyptian yesterday? (Acts 7:27-28 CSB) Sometimes our past actions have present implications. This will especially be true for...
Pass Peace Along
27 “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Don’t let your heart be troubled or fearful. (John 14:27 CSB) On this Sunday, my prayer is for peace for each of you as you begin this next week....