When first reading through 1 Peter 3:8-22 the word missionaries came to mind, especially when studying verses 13-15, “Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. Do not fear what they fear, do not be frightened. But in your hearts set apart Christ as LORD…” But it was verse 8 that had this writer’s attention. In a time when we are living for ourselves, working for material gain with not much ‘one another-ing’ going on, this verse shouts a message loud and clear.
1 Peter 3:8 “Finally, all of you, live in harmony with one another; be sympathetic, love as brothers, be compassionate and humble.” I hear this verse calling me to be a modern day missionary, one who ministers to folks in our own community who need assistance. We do this by serving as a volunteer in a nursing home or assisted living facility or lending a hand to feed the homeless.
Verse eight calls us to be willing to do menial work, be courteous, have compassion and exhibit a tenderhearted spirit. The church I attend serves in many areas including: reaching out to inner city children and adults, working with suburban children who need food during the summer months, providing school supplies and winter coats to still others. How is verse 8 speaking to you?
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