Scripture
1 Timothy 1:5
But the goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.
Observation
The end result, our goal, from all the teachings, the hours and hours of instruction and training in God's Word - the bottom line is it's all about love from a pure heart - a clean heart, a teachable heart. Learning to love God and love people with a good conscience - with no evil intent or malice brooding. Finally, have faith - genuine, unfeigned - real faith in God.
Application
Keep loving even when . . . I'm hurt by others, and feel betrayed, rejected, and discouraged. Yes, forgiveness is showing love. So forgive as Christ has forgiven me. Yes Lord.
Keep my conscience clear of any evil plan to retaliate or seek revenge. Do good. Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Yes, send them a Christmas card without any expectation of receiving a card back.
Keep my faith in God. Guard my heart. Keep believing that nothing is too difficult for God. Sow seeds of love, faith, hope, and joy in the Lord.
Prayer
O Father God, how I love Your Word! Fill me with Your Holy Spirit so I might have the power to love like You love - to forgive like You forgive. Help me keep my focus on You through life's situations and people challenges. Make me a sower of good seed to tell others what great things You have done for me. Help me keep loving and to be nice in Jesus Name. A-men.
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