Yet you, Lord, you know me.
You see me.
You can tell that I love you.
EPHESIANS 4:15 (CEB)
Instead, by speaking the truth with love, let’s grow in every way into Christ...
SUMMARY SENTENCE
It is love from Christ and for Christ that propels us into spiritual maturity.
DAILY FODDER
Why is love so central to spiritual growth? (hint: 1 John 4:8)
PRAYER
God, you loved us even before we realized that there was such a thing. Thank you for developing your love in me. Apart from you I'd live a stunted existence. But your love energizes me. Continue to develop it in my life. Replace my over-inflated ego with your love. I want to grow in my love for you and your truth, as well as for my neighbors — even those who are unloveable. You are my only hope in this matter. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you would protect us from all forms of evil. Amen!
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you would protect us from all forms of evil. Amen!
