Unceasing Prayer

Jesus Calls for Justice and Mercy

The Widow and the Unjust Judge

1 Thessalonians 5:12-18 The Message 

The Way He Wants You to Live

12-13 And now, friends, we ask you to honor those leaders who work so hard for you, who have been given the responsibility of urging and guiding you along in your obedience. Overwhelm them with appreciation and love!
13-15 Get along among yourselves, each of you doing your part. Our counsel is that you warn the freeloaders to get a move on. Gently encourage the stragglers, and reach out for the exhausted, pulling them to their feet. Be patient with each person, attentive to individual needs. And be careful that when you get on each other’s nerves you don’t snap at each other. Look for the best in each other, and always do your best to bring it out.
16-18 Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens. This is the way God wants you who belong to Christ Jesus to live.

For Reflection

God created you to live in the beauty of God's presence.  The key to getting along and doing your part in the Kingdom of God is to listen to the God whispers of the Holy Spirit. Look for the best in each other and pray with your heart and your feet.

Pray

Pray by letting the Holy Spirit drive your agenda.

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