DID YOU KNOW “Always seek to do good to one another and to everyone.” —1 Thessalonians 5:15 Did you know that doing good begins with actively looking for someone’s good? When I read Paul’s instruction to the Thessalonians, I notice that he asks for more than avoiding harmful behavior. He tells believers to “seek” whatContinue reading “A Lot of Good in an Ordinary Day”
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Kindness That Disarms the Coldest Heart
As the Day Begins “Love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you.” Matthew 5:44 The words of Jesus in Matthew 5:44 confront us early in the day with a calling that runs counter to instinct and culture alike. Loving those who love us feels natural; loving those whoContinue reading “Kindness That Disarms the Coldest Heart”
Welcoming Jesus in the Smallest Ways
A Day in the Life of Jesus One of the most quietly powerful teachings of Jesus comes toward the end of Matthew 10. After giving his disciples a stirring preview of persecution and sacrifice, Jesus softens the edges of warning with the promise of reward. He does not shy away from truth—discipleship will cost. ButContinue reading “Welcoming Jesus in the Smallest Ways”