I’m sure that we’ve caused so much pain and heartache to others as Christians. We sometimes think we know it all and that we have all of the answers. We do not! And even admitting that is hard for a whole lot of Christians. Some of us throw stones,when God has told us to be compassionate. We are to think of others more highly than we do ourselves,we run all over that one. If something is going on and it’s not right by our misguided standards, then to us it’s wrong and we make sure the participants know. How many people have we caused to turn away from Jesus by our actions and attitude. More often than not,we also run off filled with enthusiasm but it’s also misguided zeal,and it’s tearing people apart. If we would truly take time and listen to the Holy Spirit,then we sure enough would make a huge difference in the lives of our family,friends and neighbors. And that is what we want to show them, real love,so let’s pray for God to help us wait on Him. Let’s stop doing things our way and practice doing them God’s way,for His way is right.
Love in Christ Pat
Romans 10
Dear brothers and sisters,the longing of my heart and my prayer to God is for the people of Israel to be saved. 2 I know what enthusiasm they have for God, but it is misdirected zeal. 3 For they don’t understand God’s way of making people right with Himself. Refusing to accept God’s way, they cling to their own way of getting right with God by trying to keep the law. 4 For Christ has already accomplished the purpose for which the law was given. As a result, all who believe in Him are made right with God.(NLT)
Colossians 3
12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. 13 Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. 14 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. 15 And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful
(NLT).
Love in Christ Pat
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Sister Pat
Thank you for this post.
“How many people have we caused to turn away from Jesus by our actions and attitude. ”
I heard a minister speak about a dream she had in which many of her friends and relatives found themselves outside. They were crying and wondering why she had not told them about God…. I’m not sure what’s worse, keeping the Word a secret, or doing things that turn others away from Him.
God bless you as you point others towards His light.
Grateful,
ann
Mercy,I don’t know either. I know that Jesus is praying for everyone and I praise God for that. And I believe God will also help us be effective witnesses.
Loved this! We so need the wisdom of God when the need to confront rises up!
Amen! Thank you Pastor J.
Thank you so much for your sensitive spirit and heart, Precious Pat . . .and for leading us in prayer to show the love and compassion that He has shown us. Something about this post, paired with the scriptures, just makes me want to cry and ask for forgiveness . . .for all the times we just don’t get it right.
God bless you and thank you! love and prayers!
Well sir,I just found your wonderful comment in spam,thanks so very much you always give me such encouragement!
Love you so 😀
I just read that we need to pray even before speaking and/or responding to someone…allow the Holy Spirit to be a part of ALL that we do, say and who we are. Good post! Blessings
Thank you April for your encouraging comment. I hope your day is filled with joy and peace.
Love you 😀
Good and Godly advice. I need to be reminded of this regularly. He is still working on me… ~ Wendy ( I enjoyed your art and birds!)
Hi Wendy thanks for your visit and for all of your likes,I’m so glad to meet ya!
hi sis..i love your theme..is it from word press can you point me to it..God bless you!
Yes it’s called Retro and it’s from wordpress,I’m glad you liked it,I love change as you can tell LOL!!! 😀
thank you sis
Sure,enjoy it! 😀 😀
Well said Pat!
Hello Fredrick,so good to see you again,thanks so much for your encouraging comment.
Love you brother 😀
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