Today’s Thought “Throwing the First Stone” G. Ward

 

1 John 3: ¹¹ For this is the message which you have heard from the beginning, that we are to love one another.

 

Genuine love for fellow believers acts as proof that a person has moved from spiritual death into eternal life and whereas we know what our Savior endeavored to forgive our sins, including being hated while innocently proclaiming HIS Father’s plan from the beginning, our commissioning would be similar (John 15:20). Therefore, our clinging to that rugged cross (given us) involves an uneasy road ahead, requiring interdependence from other like-minded believers (Eccl.4:9-12) for periodic encouragement is needed (Heb.10:25). Soon, and because few are involved with the Truth of this spiritual quest, love for the brethren increases and believers exact our Lord’s demand, “By this (love) all people will know that you are My disciples.”

 

Father God, we’re here temporarily to reflect Your character as Holy and whereas You’ve granted us every spiritual blessing to do so, we seek Your blessing as we endeavor all it shall mean to thrive as representatives of Your commands while in a weary land, preparing each day in accordance to how our Lord Jesus endured and following HIS perfect example, Amen.