Without Reservation

Christ accepted you, so you should accept each other, which will bring glory to God.

Romans 15:7

The church in Rome was divided. People were accepting certain religious customs and truths about God but rejecting others. They were doing the same to the people who followed them. Their condescending attitudes were out of line with God's purpose and perspective. That truth is as valid today as it was almost two thousand years ago.

Jesus accepted everyone without reservation. He knew everyone inside and out - he knew the good, the bad, and everything in between. He accepted you long before you noticed him, even if you rejected him, and solely because he loves you unconditionally.

As you grow more intimate with the One who has fully accepted you, it becomes easier to accept those around you, even those whose actions, attitudes, and beliefs do not line up with your own. You may not condone what they do or agree with what they believe, but you can still receive them with open arms, which is what the Greek word  for accept rally means. Being honest, authentic, and accepting in your love, even of people who misunderstand or reject you, help them see what God's love is like. It gives them a real-life picture of how Jesus related to others - and ultimately relates to them. When you accept others, it pleases God, as well as reveals him.

Pray for anyone you have difficulty accepting. Ask God to reveal any fear, anger, or jealousy on your part. Then ask God to help you understand how he feels about the one you're praying for.

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Pray to God and ask him to cover you as you walk this pathway of accepting others. Hold strong to the truth that God's love and power is stronger than any concerns that the enemy can ever create. For God is the ONE and ONLY Creator who did so for LOVE. ~ MME Team