Read 1 Peter 4
Loving Care
1 Peter 4:8 Above all,
love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.
HERE’S a great way to get along with others—spouse, family,
friends, and even your “enemies”. Take to heart these words from Peter. They
are words of reconciliation. They are words of making and keeping peace. They
are words to help you deal with harsh words others may say to you. These are
words that help you live in the way Jesus loves you.
1 Peter has many words to help you know how
to get along. The letter speaks to the heart of the church—a heart filled with
God’s love. Chapter 3 helps you with your marriage. Chapter 4 speaks of
responding to those who oppose your Christian way of life. Chapter 5 talks of
elders caring for others. Peter encourages Christians to love others as
themselves as they care for each other, withstand suffering, and live in
harmony.
Of course, at the
center of Peter’s encouragement is Jesus, the Prince of Peace. He is the Good
Shepherd to lead you, the Gate to protect you, the Living Water to refresh you,
the Suffering Savior to save you, the Son of Man to judge you. He is the Alpha
and Omega, the Son of God. He is the one who loves you.
Pray for Jesus’ loving touch on yourself today. Pray you can show that love to others as you experience his love in you. Jesus’ love will make a profound difference in your life and those you touch each day.
Pray for Jesus’ loving touch on yourself today. Pray you can show that love to others as you experience his love in you. Jesus’ love will make a profound difference in your life and those you touch each day.
A Moment’s Thought: You can enjoy the peace of the Prince of
Peace.
No comments:
Post a Comment