The Perfect Example

Good Morning!! As followers of Jesus we are called to continue to do good,....while we suffer. even if unjustly. In tough times, it can be extremely tempting to either return evil for evil, lashing out and hating,...or to sink into passivity, fueling a slow burn and growing bitterness. But we as Christians are called, instead, to continue to do good, not because it’s strategically wise, but because it is in step with the ways of God’s heart,...as disclosed in the cross of Christ.

To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps.—1 Peter 2:21 (NIV)

This doesn't mean that we must remain in an abusive situation, or not demand justice. Rather, it means that we must not let the evil we experience, take root in our hearts, so that it colors and determines our response. When you forgive your tormentors, and do not hate in response, you not only preserve your own soul, but you also inject into that darkness a light, and kindness,...which is a thing of precious beauty.

When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead, he entrusted himself to him who judges justly. v23

Dear God, may our hearts be so filled with Your love, that there is no room left for hate, fear or pain. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

"When you take your concerns to God, He will not turn you away."