Devotion taken from "WORD FOR YOU TODAY" 25 October 2018

Respect and love: a great combo!


Thursday 25th October 2018



'No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.' John 6:44 NKJV



No doubt we know many people who don't share our faith in Jesus. However much we want them to share our beliefs, it's important to respect others' differences and perspectives.
Sometimes our relationships with family and friends can fall apart because they may perceive we 'force' our opinions on them. It may take someone hearing about Jesus, or seeing his love demonstrated to them, ten times (or more, or less) before they believe. If we're person ten in the chain then we get the privilege of seeing that person's life transformed. But even if we're person two or seven we still play an important part in their journey. It doesn't matter what number in the chain we are, as long as we've shown them, through our actions and love, that the best life is a life with God.
It's harder to share our faith when people won't listen or respect our beliefs. Jesus didn't condemn the people who crucified him; he prayed, 'Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do' (Luke 23:34 NKJV). He didn't see them as morally bad, but spiritually blind. He told his disciples, 'No one can come to me unless the Father...draws him' (John 6:44 NKJV). So instead of forcing our beliefs on others, let's pray that God would draw them to him and let's show them his love through our words and actions.

So what now? Is there a friend or family member who doesn't agree with your faith? Pray for opportunities to show them God's love today.
 
Respect and love: a great combo!


Thursday 25th October 2018



'No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him.' John 6:44 NKJV



No doubt we know many people who don't share our faith in Jesus. However much we want them to share our beliefs, it's important to respect others' differences and perspectives.
Sometimes our relationships with family and friends can fall apart because they may perceive we 'force' our opinions on them. It may take someone hearing about Jesus, or seeing his love demonstrated to them, ten times (or more, or less) before they believe. If we're person ten in the chain then we get the privilege of seeing that person's life transformed. But even if we're person two or seven we still play an important part in their journey. It doesn't matter what number in the chain we are, as long as we've shown them, through our actions and love, that the best life is a life with God.
It's harder to share our faith when people won't listen or respect our beliefs. Jesus didn't condemn the people who crucified him; he prayed, 'Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do' (Luke 23:34 NKJV). He didn't see them as morally bad, but spiritually blind. He told his disciples, 'No one can come to me unless the Father...draws him' (John 6:44 NKJV). So instead of forcing our beliefs on others, let's pray that God would draw them to him and let's show them his love through our words and actions.

So what now? Is there a friend or family member who doesn't agree with your faith? Pray for opportunities to show them God's love today.
Amen
 

Similar Requests

Please pray that God establishes me against the devil and renews my strength in Christ. Also pray that I be not given over into temptation. Thanks and God bless.
Replies
10
Views
33
  • Article Article
Differences Sunday 25th November 2018 'God has shown me that I should not call anyone impure or unclean.' Acts 10:28 NIV God was about to show the world that the Gospel message wasn't just for Jews, but for everyone. And to do it, he used Peter, one of the most religiously-biased people...
Replies
5
Views
339
  • Article Article
Who's your Saul? Saturday 27th October 2018 'Go! I have chosen Saul for an important work. He must tell about me.' Acts 9:15 NCV Saul of Tarsus was the last person you'd expect to become a Christian, much less the author of much of the New Testament. Describing his life before he met...
Replies
1
Views
109
  • Article Article
Confession is freeing Saturday 20th October 2018 'I said to myself, "I will confess my rebellion to the Lord." And you forgave me!' Psalm 32:5 NLT Have you ever had a moment where you felt really bad about something you've done? Imagine you decide you want to go to a party that your...
Replies
1
Views
62
  • Article Article
CHURCH LEADERS 23 October, 2018 'Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority.' Hebrews 13:17 NIV Those in church leadership have a pretty challenging job. To lead a church, full of different personalities, different thoughts and different ideas, can be tricky. This is...
Replies
2
Views
131
  1. Articles Articles:
    🙏 💛 **Prayer Request Updates!** 💛

    🌟 **Urgent Prayers Needed:**
    - @Anonymous has urgent requests for spiritual growth and healing. Let's lift up Ahmed and others in prayer.
    - **Health Concerns:** Pray for @Anonymous's husband, @Abelyrna's son, and @Anonymous's mom battling cancer.
    - **Financial Blessings:** @Anonymous and @Rethsil are believing for financial breakthroughs. Let's agree with them!
    - **Community:** Pray for @Lugil's community in Massachusetts facing housing issues and food shortages.

    💖 **Let’s also pray for:**
    - @MelissaRae's spiritual journey and @Bijisan's miracle.
    - @DesperateforJesus's family strength and healing.
    - @Paroxyromai's reconciliation and @Nochaeld's thanksgiving for authority.

    Share your prayers and support in the comments! 🙏❤️
  2. Articles Articles:
    🙏 Hey everyone! Let's lift up @Windwold's son Christopher for healing and proper treatment. Also, pray for @Rethanalion's housing search in Charlotte, NC. Let's claim peace and happiness for @CJL80's home this holiday season. Praying for everyone's needs in Jesus' name! 🙏💕
  3. Articles Articles:
    🙏 Hey everyone! 🌟 Let's lift up @Ochurn for reconciliation and peace, and @Glammawof4 for family and financial restoration. @Windwold’s son Christopher needs prayer for proper treatment. @Anonymous’s son is sick; let's pray for his recovery. @Grace L is seeking guidance in her housing search. @CJL80 needs peace and positivity this holiday season. Let's also pray for @MelissaRae’s loved one, Anthony, for spiritual growth, and @DesperateforJesus's family for strength and healing. Remember, all things are possible in Jesus' Name! 🙏💖
  4. Articles Articles:
    🙏 **🌟Prayer Updates🌟**
    🤒Ali's condition needs prayers. @PraisyJames asks we lift Ali's healing and faith in Jesus.
    🏠@GraceL needs guidance finding a new home in Charlotte.
    💔@Ochurn seeks reconciliation with a friend.
    🎄Let's pray for a peaceful Christmas for @CJL80 and family.
    💼@MelissaRae prays for Anthony’s spiritual growth.
    rott Thinking of Ali's condition and others
    ➕Please keep Ochurn in your prayers and let’s also support Grace L in her housing search. Reflecting on the Christmas season and let’s uplift Ochurn and everyone in prayer for healing and restoration as @PraisyJames called for us to come together in prayer for Ali’s healing.
    ➕Also remembering Glammawof4 seeking prayer for her daughter and grandbabies.
    can join in God’s work in their lives.🙏‍gzSo many needs, let’s lift them all up in Jesus' name!💖
  5. Articles Articles:
    🙏 🤗 Let's lift up these requests, everyone! @Reborn12345 needs prayers for "F" to overcome temptations. @Helwynn's son needs support with his behavior, and @Grace+L seeks guidance for her housing search. Let’s pray for peace and healing in all these situations, in Jesus' Name! 🙏
Your donations for running this web site are greatly appreciated.

Click To Make A Donation

Latest Blogs & Articles

Back
Top Bottom