Today's reading and Journaling is: Matthew 5:43-47
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But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you - Matthew 5:44
Dear Lord, forgive me...
As we look at what Jesus taught about love the first set of verses brought about convictions. Conviction to change. I prayed for forgiveness, peace, and strength to battle my enemies on my knees.1. Forgiveness
Forgiveness because when people mistreat me my natural instinct is to fight back. If I stick with this, then I'll be like Romeo and Juliet's family. Feeding the anger and not even remembering what started it. I don't want that. So I also pray for the ability to forgive those who have hurt me.
2. Peace
I prayed for peace. Peace in my own heart and peace in the situation. God doesn't want me to live in bitterness. He came to offer peace. When I live in bitterness, then I can't live in His peace. I'm losing out and I want all He has to offer me.
3. Strength to battle on my knees
I also prayed for strength to battle my enemies on my knees instead of with my words and actions. Jesus showed us this way, and as His follower, I want to follow His lead.
I would love to hear what you got out of today's verses? Let me know in the comments below.
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