January 15, 2025
Gentleness and Reverence in Witness Reading
Colossians 4:2-6
2 Devote yourselves to prayer; stay alert in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray also for us that God may open a door to us for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains, 4 so that I may make it known as I should. 5 Act wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you should answer each person.
2 Devote yourselves to prayer; stay alert in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray also for us that God may open a door to us for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains, 4 so that I may make it known as I should. 5 Act wisely toward outsiders, making the most of the time. 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you should answer each person.
As we share our faith, our attitude and approach matter greatly. Peter and Paul both emphasize the importance of gentleness and respect in our interactions with others. This doesn't mean compromising the truth, but rather presenting it with love and humility. Reflect on your recent conversations about faith. Have they been marked by gentleness and reverence? Ask God to help you see others through His eyes of love and to speak with grace, even when faced with opposition. Remember, our goal is not to win arguments, but to win hearts for Christ through the power of His love working through us.
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