Devotion 3/7, Everyone needs Compassion
Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters. Romans 14:1
Paul is talking about disputes between Christians and new converts. We have seen Satan use such “disputable matters” to drive a wedge between God’s children and it is so very sad! God calls us to live in harmony and unity with one another (Psalm 133:1). He is glorified when we do, Satan gets the victory when we don’t.
Romans 12:18
If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.
Parents are careful and tender with their newborn babies even though babies are demanding, messy, and sometimes difficult. When parents aren’t this way with their babies, they are considered abusive and dangerous. So if new Christians are newborn children of God, shouldn’t our patience be greater, our words more tender, our understanding more generous, and our care more attentive?
Father in heaven, forgive me and stir me to action. I am ashamed that I have not done more to nurture those newborn babies in your family. Give me greater patience with their failures and greater passion for their struggles so they won’t have to feel they are on this journey alone. In Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen.
2nd stanza of “Mighty to Save”-
Everyone needs compassion
A love that’s never failing
Let mercy fall on me
Everyone needs forgiveness
A kindness of a Savior
The hope of nations
Heavenly Father, you call us to be compassionate, merciful, forgivers, and to give kindness and hope to our brothers and sisters in Christ. Strengthen my soul that this becomes my character, to serve others and You. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.
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