Friday, June 5, 1998
Friday, June 5, 1998
And now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; and the
greatest of these is love. (I Corinthians 13:13
NRSV)
Someone once reminded me, "The average pencil is seven inches long, and the eraser is
only a quarter of an inch long - just in case you thought optimism was dead."
When we look at the troubles of our world and society, it may dampen our optimism,
but today there is a great need for all of us to listen and follow God's call of love and
peace.
Jesus certainly was sadden by the state of people's hearts and the condition of people's
relationship with God. However, Jesus was clearly focused on God's ultimate
plan of unconditional love. What greater hope and optimism can we have than when we
focus on Christ, as the risen savior, given in love!
Prayer: Lord Jesus, help me to show your love each day by doing small acts of kindness.
Amen.
Ronald Newhouse, Texas, USA