Titus 2:11-12
The grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this present age.
What of Today’s Verse…
In a world, which has no absolutes, in a world in search of moral standards, salvation by the costly grace of God beckons us to change our lifestyles in response to God’s grace. Anyone who receives grace and refuses to pursue righteousness demonstrates his/her ignorance or hardness of heart. In our day, in our time, as in all times, to be saved means to pursue righteousness — not so that we may earn our salvation, but so that God’s saving grace will not be fruitless in us.
Let us Pray:
Holy Father, I confess that I live in a confusing time. Satan is always distorting the distinction between right and wrong, good and evil, moral and immoral. Because you have been so gracious with me, may my life today and every day reflect the righteousness you gave me through Jesus. “May the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart, be pleasing in your sight, my Rock and my Redeemer.” Through Jesus, my atoning sacrifice I pray. Amen.
Words of Wisdom
Comfort
I envision my loved ones enfolded in the light of God.
The holiday season is a time for rejoicing. Those of us who have experienced the passing of a loved one may continue to find joy, even through our grief, by rejoicing in a life well lived.
When I remember a beloved friend or relative, I rejoice in the many lives, my loved one touched. Each life touched leaves a legacy for generations to come. I rejoice in the memories of my dear one–the long talks we shared, a special day together. As I reflect on the impact my loved one continues to have on my life, I am conscious that the grief I am experiencing is for me, and others who remain in this world. My loved one knows no suffering or pain, but only eternal joy.
Truly, I tell you, you will weep and mourn, but the world will rejoice; you will have pain, but your pain will turn into joy.–John 16:20
