Loving others well…. (devo reflection)

Colossians 3:2 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.

Lord, It is so easy to let ourselves get caught up in earthly things, things that do not make a difference in eternity. Help us, all of us, stay focused on You, Your love, Your grace, and not on earthly things.

Colossians 3:12 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.

Lord, We don’t know what others are going through, how difficult their journeys are. Help us to be kind, compassionate, humble, gentle, and patient with others, walking with them in love and support instead of anger and judgment.

Colossians 3:13 Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.

Lord, Not a single one of us has earned Your love, compassion, and grace, and yet You lavish us daily with all three. Help us to love others in this way—not because of who they are or who we are but because of who You are. Help us to love others well. Amen.

Colossians 3:14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

Have a blessed day.