Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Ephesians 4:32 NIV
Entering into this season of holiday parties and gatherings with family and friends can bring mixed emotions.
First, let’s remember that some of our friends and family members may have different needs – they may be grieving, they may need space, they may be seeking companionship. Showing kindness and compassion could be inviting someone over for dinner or delivering a meal to a friend.
We all know that bringing groups of family or friends together has the potential to create tension. However, as believers, we are instructed to always be humble, showing gentleness and patience to others; being forgiving because God forgave us (Colossians 3:12-13).
But why? Because all scripture is God-breathed (2 Timothy 3:16) and with this imparted wisdom, God is instructing us to show grace and be forgiving because He does the same for us.
And, in drawing near to Him, we increase fellowship with the Lord, and increase our capacity of extending love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness and self-control.
Trust God. Seek Him. Be Affirmed in Christ.
Affirmed in Christ 