Written by Joseph M. Stowell, a contemporary writer, university administrator and church leader. This is an excerpt from his book “Why It’s Hard to Love Jesus.”
Loving Christ is a response – a response to His enduring, unwarranted love for us. His amazing grace motivates us like nothing else to live out our lives in unique and courageous ways that express our deep affection and honor for Him before a watching and often critical world. Why have martyrs gladly died and others lived in terrible situations with bold, uncompromising spirits? Such rare selflessness does not arise out of a sense of obligation. Commitment to duty does not provide sufficient resolve. When the chips are down or the stakes are high, mere commitment rarely works.
Prayer:
Today’s prayer is from “The People’s Prayer Book.”
Gracious God, in Jesus words
we are invited to be partners in his work
of witnessing to your kingdom on earth.
Keep our hearts, eyes, and ears open,
so that daily we will respond to your call.
With courage and humility,
relying on your grace,
may we be agents of healing,
bearers of truth,
and messengers of hope.
We offer this prayer through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
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