“To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit;
not returning evil for evil or insult for insult,
but giving a blessing instead;
for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing.”
(1 Peter 3:8-9, NASB)
We often ask ourselves to what have we been called to in this life. Peter seems to tells us pretty clearly.
Reading these verses, it almost seems impossible to live like this each day. And yet …
Christ has made it possible, for His Spirit lives within us making it possible.
As we humble ourselves, admitting our weakness and inability, He alone will work in us to make it possible.
Life will present days which are challenging, stressful, or painful. Yet we know we never face these things alone for God is faithful to be with us in all circumstances.
As we rely on Him, making it our goal to have lives which are a display of these qualities, we receive blessing.
“… we live as a response to the grace we have already received. And wherever we face, whether suffering or abundance, we can be sure His eyes are upon us.”
(Grace in the Wilderness by The Daily Grace Co., page 80)
Those words brought to mind one line from an old hymn –
“His eye is on the sparrow,
And I know He watches over me.”
Reflection:
What challenge are you currently facing? How can you face your circumstances in the light of the above verses?
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