Lacking Meekness
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, willing to yield,
full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy.
James 3:17
The world, in the last few years, has reverted to a sort of barbarism. As practical Christianity has declined, rudeness and violence have increased. Neighbours quarrel with neighbours. Fighting is a major problem in our schools, and the “gang wars” of the teenagers have come to present a serious menace in our cities. Fathers and mothers wrangle and bicker. Homes are disintegrating. High government politician engage in lying, name-calling and in heated disputes not at all in keeping with the dignity of their office. Why and how has all this savagery crept into our social life? It is because we have forgotten Jesus’ words, “Happy are the meek; for they shall inherit the earth.” I have seen tough, rough, hardened men open their hearts by faith, receive Christ as Saviour, and become gentle, patient, merciful gentlemen. Knowing Jesus Christ makes a real difference. Who needs His powerful touch today?
Bible Reading
James 3:13-18.
Prayer
Father God, help me to be a channel of Your peace in an angry world. Help me to speak with words of kindness and to behave in away that people see Christ in my life, and the difference He makes. In His name, I pray. Amen.
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