One of the Pharisees asked Jesus to have dinner with him, so Jesus went to his home and sat down to eat.
—Luke 7:36 NLT
Key Thought
Even though many Pharisees had repeatedly rejected Jesus, opposed his every move, and demonstrated an unwillingness to believe, Jesus went to a Pharisee's home because he loved all people. He didn't rule out anyone or any group from being exposed to God's grace. Let's not let our prejudices or the prejudices of another group or individual against Christians keep us from sharing God's grace in Jesus.
Today's Prayer
Father, I admit that I have assumed some people had a negative attitude toward your word, your Son, or your people because of the way they talked or dressed or because of my past experiences with others like them. Please forgive me for my prejudice and for underestimating the power of the Gospel. Help me love all people just as you have loved me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
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—Luke 7:36 NLT
Key Thought
Even though many Pharisees had repeatedly rejected Jesus, opposed his every move, and demonstrated an unwillingness to believe, Jesus went to a Pharisee's home because he loved all people. He didn't rule out anyone or any group from being exposed to God's grace. Let's not let our prejudices or the prejudices of another group or individual against Christians keep us from sharing God's grace in Jesus.
Today's Prayer
Father, I admit that I have assumed some people had a negative attitude toward your word, your Son, or your people because of the way they talked or dressed or because of my past experiences with others like them. Please forgive me for my prejudice and for underestimating the power of the Gospel. Help me love all people just as you have loved me. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.
Related Scripture Readings
Ⓒ 1996-2019 Heartlight, Inc. This material may not be reproduced in part or whole for commercial use without written consent. What Jesus Did! is written by Phil Ware. Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright ©1996, 2004, 2007, 2013, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.
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