Day 20
1 Timothy 5:8; 2 Timothy 1:3–5; 3:14–15
Godly character in every area of our
lives will show up within the four walls
of our homes. We can’t say we love
God if we don’t manifest His love to our
family members or if we allow
bitterness to fester in our hearts
toward them. For the most part, we
don’t get to choose our family
members, as we do our “friends.” Yet
we are called to love and care for those
in our families, in spite of their
personalities, their idiosyncrasies, or
their character flaws. And that’s not
always easy!
lives will show up within the four walls
of our homes. We can’t say we love
God if we don’t manifest His love to our
family members or if we allow
bitterness to fester in our hearts
toward them. For the most part, we
don’t get to choose our family
members, as we do our “friends.” Yet
we are called to love and care for those
in our families, in spite of their
personalities, their idiosyncrasies, or
their character flaws. And that’s not
always easy!
Today, focus on expressing gratitude
for and to your family members. Make
a list of each member of your
immediate family. Next to each name,
write one quality about their life for
which you are particularly grateful.
Take time to thank God for each
member of the family He has given
you. Then pick one or two individuals
from your list to whom you can express
gratitude today, in person, by phone,
or with a note or email. (Note: You
may want to express gratitude to a
family member who has been
especially difficult to love.)
So true and such a great reminder!! Especially with having to live with my parents at this time, I know I need this reminder! *Smile*
Is there anyone in particular that you have a hard time "loving"? How can you express gratitude towards them? I know for me it can depend on the person. :)
For His Glory,
