A Daily Devotion for Wednesday, Oct. 22
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Titus 3:1-8
Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.
At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone.
Matthew 7:20
“Thus, by their fruit you will recognize them.”
There are many things we can do each day to show God’s love to others. After all, we are each and every one of us filled with God’s love and mercies. Sometimes it feels easier to keep to ourselves and focus on our day-to-day responsibilities. But when we have the thought/opportunity/chance to do something helpful for someone, we should snatch it up, and thank God. Through my adult life, I have been a working person. Because of being so busy, I developed the bad habit of guarding my “free time”. Ironically, this would lead to wasted time when I avoided making plans. I have learned to fight this tendency, and it is not so much of an issue anymore. God has shown me that when I choose to spend time with others, it is time well-spent. And time serving others is even better spent.
Holy Lord, thank you for opening doors for me. May I walk through them without hesitating. Amen
Becky, transforming
Daily Devotions
Wednesday October 22nd , 2025
The kindness of others
(Focus: those who live alone
Matthew 7:20
Thus you will recognize them by their fruits.
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Titus 3:1-8/Matthew 7:20
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