1 Peter 4
As a follow up to my post yesterday, Peter is writing us to be ready for when Jesus returns, not just for ourselves, but for others so that they can see Jesus in us and be attracted to Him and be snatched from the fire (Jude 1:23).
Peter expands in verses 9-11.
My Prayer: Jesus, You are a great God full of love and mercy for me. I know this because You pursued me even though I am broken and I sin. You restored me and reconciled me to You. You give me life. Thank You Jesus! I am not worth such effort as I continue in my sin...worry, etc. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome such sin and turn towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, mind and strength and help me love others as You do. God give me strength to be who You intend me to be and so that I can please and glorify You. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength to be who You intend us to be as parents. Help me be the husband and spiritual leader You intend me to be. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Savior. Help me serve You, my church, my family, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. v8
As a follow up to my post yesterday, Peter is writing us to be ready for when Jesus returns, not just for ourselves, but for others so that they can see Jesus in us and be attracted to Him and be snatched from the fire (Jude 1:23).
Peter expands in verses 9-11.
Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. v9-11
My Prayer: Jesus, You are a great God full of love and mercy for me. I know this because You pursued me even though I am broken and I sin. You restored me and reconciled me to You. You give me life. Thank You Jesus! I am not worth such effort as I continue in my sin...worry, etc. Please forgive me Jesus and help me overcome such sin and turn towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, mind and strength and help me love others as You do. God give me strength to be who You intend me to be and so that I can please and glorify You. Give Lisa and myself wisdom and strength to be who You intend us to be as parents. Help me be the husband and spiritual leader You intend me to be. Please heal Lisa of her cancer and from the side effects of chemo. Help us lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and for them to choose You as their Savior. Help me serve You, my church, my family, and others. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
