Love Each Other Deeply
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end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded
and self-controlled so that you can pray. Above all, love each other deeply,
because love covers over a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another
without grumbling. Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve
others, faithfully administering God's grace in its various forms. If anyone
speaks, he should do it as one speaking the very words of God. If anyone
serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things
God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To him be the
glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen.
Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are
suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that
you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when
his glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you
are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.
1 Peter 4:7-14
People may not live in comfort, but the important thing is
whether they live contentedly. Jesus showed us this. Paul showed us this. We
will suffer as Christians. Whether at home, at work, with
family, finances or the world at large we will face suffering. But we
would face the same tests even if we were not Christians. What we have is the
knowledge and promise of everlasting life, because we believe in Jesus Christ
as our Savior.
It may seem easier to welcome Christ into our heart than to open
our heart to others. Whether it is a room in our home or time in our schedule,
too often we treat people as intruders rather than guests.
We honor Christ by giving Him the best room, our hearts, and by
offering willing hospitality to others.
To know love, open your heart to Jesus.
To show love, open your heart to others.
Our Daily Bread –