Monday, March 7, 2022
Lord, because we’re created in Your image, You wired our humanity to seek community with like-minded folks. Simply stated, we want to belong. Who we hang out with seems to define who we are. Christ-followers tend to spend most of their time with those of similar convictions. Those whose lives revolve around politics find no problems in fitting in with people of like-minded political leanings. Athletically proned people find satisfaction being “one of the boys” or “one of the gals” on the team. And Lord, I’m thankful You reserved abundant grace for the golfing community. School alumni societies, library gatherings, animal lovers, writers groups—there are endless communities people identify with. In and of themselves, these desires to fit in are not bad as long as we remember our priorities.
Whatever community I belong to, it’s my responsibility to direct my actions, my words, my attitudes based on Your principles, since I represent You, Lord Jesus to the world. Many people have falsely labeled Your followers as intolerant and out of touch with life today. I pray my lifestyle may show people who have a misconception about You reveal who You really are. Those who have never picked up a Bible may see Your gracious love for the first time and want to know more. Let Your compassion shine through me, Lord, as I interact with those around me. As the psalmist wrote, “As I learn Your righteous regulations, I will thank You by living as I should” (Psalm 119:7).
Use me, Lord, to bring others into Your community, the Kingdom of God. Amen.
Pray for our friends in Ukraine and for peace to prevail.
THANKFUL 
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