Tuesday 31 May 2022

May 31: Romans 12:9-16

Key Verse: Romans 12:11
Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervour, serving the Lord.

Devotion:
One of the hardest things to hear is often someone telling you to be nice to someone who is horrible to you! But these are the words the disciples learned from Christ – to love one another above ourselves. Whilst we may find it hard to do so by ourselves, holding the Holy Spirit close and trusting Him will allow you to do things greater than by yourself.

Don’t think of all the horrible things they have done to you. Don’t worry about all the bad things you have to face in the future from them… Instead try to love them like Christ loves you! We have been sinning against God for a long time and yet He is able to put that aside and to love us no matter what! If we can live just a little more like Him, we will be able to love others!

Sharing your life and your blessings with others will allow them to see the love God has for you and for them too. This is the start we should aim for to give others the best opportunity to live with Christ too. If you see someone in need, then join them in their need and see if you can make a difference in their lives – it just may be what they have been waiting for to start their life with Christ.

I wish country and political leaders would take notice of these words – that they would put aside their pride and greed to live more like Christ and feel for others as Christ feels for them. Just because someone has had issues in their past, does not mean they will take it out on you – maybe they just need a smile to get through the day… you can be that smile!

Points to Ponder:
How often do you help others?

Will you think a bit more like Jesus and reach out to those in need?