Romans 12:13a Share with the Lord’s people who are in need.
Romans 13 is a pretty easy verse to follow. Share with those in need. Practice hospitality. I can do those things. No sweat. But verse 14 proves way more difficult.
Romans 12:13b Practice hospitality.
Bless those who persecute you.—I’m sorry. What?!?—Bless and do not curse. That one is definitely more difficult. My default for those who persecute me is not blessing. Though Jesus showed me a model of it as He prayed, “Forgive them, Father, for they know not what they do,” as the soldiers were crucifying Him.
Romans 12:14a Bless those who persecute you;
Precious Savior, Thank You for understanding that if we curse those who persecute us, we will be chained to anger and bitterness. Thank You for providing us with the ultimate example of “Bless those who persecute you” as You breathed Your last on the cross. Give us the strength to love like You. Amen.
Romans 12:14b …bless and do not curse.
Have a blessed day.