God speaks today Friday | September 29, 2023
It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.
(Proverbs 20:3)Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
(Philippians 2:3) Contests without containment
The author reflects on the pettiness and selfishness that humans can possess, despite being created in the image of God. They highlight the sadness of Christians fighting amongst themselves and the importance of asking for forgiveness after offending others. The author warns against arguing over doctrinal differences and emphasizes the importance of love and reconciliation. They remind readers that Christ died for everyone, including those we may have offended.
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Cross Reference
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;
(Romans 12:10)With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;
(Ephesians 4:2)Let us not be desirous of vain glory, provoking one another, envying one another.
(Galatians 5:26)Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God.
(Ephesians 5:21)Comments: