Living at peace
The apostle Paul wrote,
"If it is possible, as far as it depends on you,
live at peace with everyone."
Romans 12:18.
I always look with amazement at Christians around the world who are persecuted for their faith. These believers are doing their best to live at peace with those around them. Yet time after time I hear of those who believe in Christ Jesus, being expelled from their village, or expelled from their family for their beliefs. I over and over again I hear believers in Jesus being verbally and physically attacked. Even put in jail. And time and time again I hear of those believers praying for and forgiving their persecutors. These believers are putting into practice what Jesus did on the cross. When he said,
“Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." Luke 23:34.
This is the sign of a true believer.
It is something those of us who live in Canada and America who claim to be true believers in Christ Jesus need to show in our lives.
Question; when people act negatively in any way to you, do you pray for them?
Are you doing your best to live at peace with those around you, Even those you disagree with, or you perceive as your enemy?
Please think about it.
