Today's verse

VERSE:
  "But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those
who hate you."
   -- Luke 6:27
      

THOUGHT:
  Jesus was the perfect example of this command in his life and
death. Love has such redemptive, life-changing power. While not
everyone responds, many do. While being kind in our deeds and
loving in our hearts to our enemies is not easy, God's Spirit can
fill us with Jesus' love and help us live powerful lives of grace
even in the presence of those who hate us.

PRAYER:
  Dear God, I confess that I have trouble with a few people in my
life. They seem determined to criticize, undermine, belittle, and
defeat me. Please give me the character to resist their attacks and
help me respond to their actions in a way that is redemptive and
righteous. In the redeeming and mighty name of Jesus I pray. Amen.