That is a beautiful reflection, and indeed a powerful reminder of our call as Christians to embody love, compassion, and acceptance in our relationships with others.
You’ve captured the heart of the message from 1 John 3:11-18, emphasizing the destructive power of anger, pain, and hatred, while championing the virtues of mercy, forgiveness, and acceptance. This message resonates deeply not just in the Christian context, but in our daily lives as human beings seeking to build strong, healthy relationships and communities.
It's always an interesting exercise putting these things together. I start with a passage from Scripture, type something, and then just let my mind roam free.
What emerges is what I hear when I let the Bible just speak to me.
I know these are learning exercises for me. I am glad others find them worthy as well.
Every word true, Peter. Except, you say you are talented in saying and doing things that cause people to not like you. I say you are far more talented at being a wonderful human being. As I said in my Christmas greeting to you last year, I am heartened by your existence in the world. Bless you always.
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! - Psalm 133:1
That is a beautiful reflection, and indeed a powerful reminder of our call as Christians to embody love, compassion, and acceptance in our relationships with others.
You’ve captured the heart of the message from 1 John 3:11-18, emphasizing the destructive power of anger, pain, and hatred, while championing the virtues of mercy, forgiveness, and acceptance. This message resonates deeply not just in the Christian context, but in our daily lives as human beings seeking to build strong, healthy relationships and communities.
Thanks!
It's always an interesting exercise putting these things together. I start with a passage from Scripture, type something, and then just let my mind roam free.
What emerges is what I hear when I let the Bible just speak to me.
I know these are learning exercises for me. I am glad others find them worthy as well.
Every word true, Peter. Except, you say you are talented in saying and doing things that cause people to not like you. I say you are far more talented at being a wonderful human being. As I said in my Christmas greeting to you last year, I am heartened by your existence in the world. Bless you always.
“Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! - Psalm 133:1
Thank you for your kind words
Alas, I fear, I know only too well how good my words are at getting me into all kinds of trouble.
Some of it deserved, some perhaps not so much!