PURSUE
PEACE Thursday January
14, 2016
Text:
Hebrews 12:12 – 17 Memory verse: v 13
There are expectations from us as
Christian in our lives here on earth. These expectations are God’s standard and
should be strictly adhered to. Anything short of that expectation will
definitely become a hindrance to our qualification for heaven not minding our
profession of Christianity. Two expectations from us; pursuing peace and
holiness are in our bible reading for today. We are exhorted to strengthen one
another because burden of affliction is apt to make the Christian's hands hang
down, and his knees grow feeble, to dispirit and discourage him. It is our duty
to help fellow Christians when they are weak.
We must try to live in peace with
everyone, especially with our unbelieving neighbours and associates, as well as
in harmonious relationships within the church. In addition to seeking peace,
Christians must also seek to live a holy life. Holiness means devoted or
consecrated to God’s service. In a practical way, our holiness means honouring
God in how we treat others; friends, neighbours, spouse, children, even enemies
and in how we run our businesses, finances, etc. Holiness causes the behaviour,
thoughts, and attitudes of Christians to be different from unbelievers. Our
holiness, provided for us by the death and resurrection of Christ, will allow
us to see the Lord as He really is, when we go to be with Him forever. Do you
desire to see God? Then you pursue peace and holiness.
Action: If there is
anyone who has offended you or you have offended, go and make peace with the
person today.
Prayer: Lord God, help me to live in peace and holiness in Jesus name.
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