Today's scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:19-24
I just love how God made us for relationship. With Him. With others.
Paul certainly understood the importance of relationships. In all his letters,
he began by greeting his brothers and sisters in Christ with joy and love. He
so desired they grow in faith, and it’s clear he dearly loved them. He
mentioned friends by name, like Aquila and Prisca, and he continually prayed
for them.
I too dearly love the people with whom God has blessed me. I have a wonderful
family, and I know they’re just a phone call away (and now, some of them are
within a reasonable distance for a visit!). I have faithful friends who pray
for me and support me. I’ve mentioned before that, although God chose not to give my
husband and me children, He’s blessed me abundantly with “children of my
heart.” I have “daughters” who actually call me “mama.”
Then there’s my wonderful husband. We are in a new chapter of our lives, and
for the first time, we actually have abundant time together. I am continually
blessed by his presence.
If you’re reading this devotional, it’s because you are part of my life in some
way. And so, I pray along with Paul: “Maranatha [Come, O Lord!]. The grace of
the Lord Jesus be with you. My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen.”
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