Be Strong In The Grace

 That Is In Christ Jesus

 

 

You then, my child, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus; and what you have heard from me through many witnesses entrust to faithful people who will be able to teach others as well. Share in suffering like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving in the army gets entangled in everyday affairs; the soldier’s aim is to please the enlisting officer.

 

2 Timothy 2:1-4

 

And the LORD’s servant must not be quarrelsome but kindly to everyone, an apt teacher, patient, correcting opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant that they will repent and come to know the truth.

 

2 Timothy 2:24-25

 

As committed Christians, we must reflect the grace of Christ. We need to stand for what we believe but also to be kind to those with whom we disagree. In conflict and reconciliation, our response should reflect the gracious heart of a knightly soldier of Christ. There is nothing so kingly as kindness; there is nothing so royal as truth.

 

Our Daily Bread - December 8, 2006