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Devotional - 04th Sep 2020

 'And of some have compassion, making a difference' (Jude 22).

The Lord our God is  compassionate and full of love for His people and is admonishing us to be the same for one another. God expect us to  show mercy and possess a caring compassion towards others, even to those who doubt His truth, or those who are not seeking His truth. Instead of having a judgemental attitude or anger towards them; God is saying 'Of some have compassion, making a difference.' When we show mercy and compassion; dealing patiently and with love, to those who may have been exposed to errors that could be detrimental to their salvation, but yet not totally susceptible to those teaching, we can make a difference, through the bidding of the Holy Spirit. Our kind and gentle manner may influence their decision to turn to God. While Jesus was on earth, He touched the hearts of the vilest of men, turning them into saints. His love and mercy and compassion, even when reprimanding them, captivate the hearts of the sceptics, persecutors and doubters. There are those who have gone astray, even turn their backs on God and His truth due to false misconceptions or misrepresentation.  There are those who have fall into temptations or simple ignorant of the God's truth. However, they may still be open to conviction. We should show compassion; praying with them and for them; expressing genuine concern for them and their soul salvation; instructing them in love and meekness. Christ loves all sinners but abhor the sin we commit. We must do likewise as we follow Jesus. Be mindful that while pulling others out of the fire of their sin, we should save with fear, lest we become infected with their disease of sin. We should allow the Holy Spirit to work through us in saving the souls of men.

Have a wonderful day and a bless weekend 🌹🌹

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