Your open Word e-Devotional for April 7th

Published: Fri, 04/07/17

Hello ,

Have you ever felt like you have been unjustly accused; treated unfairly, made to feel less than you are? I have, and it really hurts. There's a verse of scripture that absolutely nails what we OUGHT to do with those who engage in that kind of behavior towards us.

“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them. Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back." Luke 6:27-30

I don't know about you, but when someone mistreats me...my natural inclination can be way off the mark that this passage of scripture lays out for us to follow. We NEED God's help...and frankly, He's the only One Who can bring that help in our direction.

Have a great day and God bless!

Pastor Mike / The Open Word