Romans 5:5...." God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us."
Knowing that this world will never change, I can only ask the Holy Spirit to continue to change me. As the world gets uglier, I can become more bitter and angry. Or become more of what the word of God tells me. Matthew 5:7-9, Blessed are the merciful... Blessed are the pure in heart.... Blessed are the peacemakers... James 3 talks about the taming of the tongue. That it's like a fire,
verse 6. Verse 8 tells you that it is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. 1 Peter 3: 8-12. These verses talk about being compassionate and humble. Not repaying evil with evil, or insult with insult. Seeking peace and pursuing it. In our fallen world it seems acceptable by some to tear people down, or to get back at them if we feel hurt or disagree on a matter. In God's kingdom, revenge is an unacceptable behavior, as is insulting a person no matter how indirectly it is done. We must rise above getting back at those who hurt us. Or those who have a different opinion. Opinion is all it is, if it isn't Gods truth. Let it go. Don't fall into satan's trap and fight and quarrel. Ask for wisdom, James 3: 13-18. As the Holy Spirit fills us, He purifies our heart. He gives us self control. Then the words that we speak will please God. Instead of reacting angrily to these people pray for them. OH LORD HELP ME!
So many things that we see happening should not be a surprise when you know that the Bible tells us the world is satan's. (2 Corinthians 4:4--Ephesians 2:2)
Someday I will be going to my eternal forever home. I can only hope to hear, Matthew 25:23, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’
While I am here, I need to ask God to continually help me. Fill me with the Holy Spirit.
Thank You Lord for hearing my prayer.
Kim D
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