WITNESS, MERCY, LIFE TOGETHER is the threefold emphasis of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. The last one, LIFE TOGETHER, has always been a challenge ever since Cain killed Abel. But, oh, what a blessing our LIFE TOGETHER can be when we humbly serve the Lord and others by sharing His MERCY and GRACE and PEACE!
“Competition at Gibeon leads to a fierce battle. The Benjaminites are defeated, but David’s nephew Asahel is slain by Abner. Sadly, those fighting and killing one another are all members of God’s people, Israel. May God prevent us from quarreling unnecessarily with fellow Christians, especially those of our own congregation or family.
‘We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ’ (Romans 5:1), so let us be ‘eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace’ (Ephesians 4:3).
Lord Jesus, grant me peace with all people, especially those who confess the same faith. Amen.” (The Lutheran Study Bible, Concordia Publishing House, 2009, page 490)
May God bless our LIFE TOGETHER today and forever!
Pastor David Paape
The following link is to the 52 Week Reading Plan Bible upon which these devotions are based. http://www.bible-reading.com/bible-plan.pdf
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