Reading: 1 Peter: 4:14-16: "If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are greatly blessed, because the Spirit of glory and power, who is the Spirit of God, rests upon you. Let none of you merit suffering as a murderer, or thief, or criminal, or as one who meddles in the affairs of others. If you suffer for being a Christian, don't consider it a disgrace but a privilege. Glorify God because you carry the Anointed One's name.
Privilege
We need to keep our heart and soul and actions guided by His Spirit only--both within and without on all our activities.
We need to recognize the barriers and confusions that lead us to fear and self-absorption before they weaken our trust.
We need to recognize the freedom of His ability to turn us away from being sidetracked and allowing fear to break us.
We need to choose to live into His ongoing loving grace and presence.
Lord, whatever road we are walking please give us Your strength to keep to Your directions. Keep our words only on Your truth. Keep our thoughts and calmness only from You.
Your thoughts,
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