LIVING THE CALLING
Read Ephesians 4 Walk of the Believers
I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, (:1) with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, (:2) endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. (Ephesians 4:1-3 NKJV)
Paul appeals the believers to walk worthy of their calling on the basis of what God has done them. The position in Christ with all spiritual blessing and sealed with the Holy Spirit of promised. How then should we live because of our position in Christ? Paul gives the five virtues.
Beginning with all lowliness. A posture of not been wanting to proof one is above the others. It is seeing ourselves in light of Gods attributes. It is accepting the way we are created and appreciate others just as well in the ways God has created them.
Next is gentleness speaking of strength under control, like a wild stallion works on its pleasure until the trainer turn the once wasted force to its usefulness under the will of the master.
Then comes longsuffering, an ability to endure discomfort, e.g., in pondering over the matter before responding and not reacting, following Christs example (I Peter
These above virtues are possible as we relate to one another with love. An intention of mind and heart to seek and act for the highest good of every man no matter what he may be.
The objective is endeavoring a progress toward maturity in our unity which God has already given through His Spirit. We are to recognize it, keep it and guard it. These four great virtues of humility, gentleness, patience, love will result peace.
I want my room neat but mom wants the toys around instead of packing back to the playroom. However much I couldnt agree I reasoned with her and it meant a lot to her. I conceded but did I do it with joy? Out working of your life in Christ as His followers. He moves doctrine to doing, position to practical.
Prayer: Lord, You have set me an example to follow. By the position You have placed me, the blessings I received and the power of Your Spirit enables me to walk worthy with humility, meekness, patience and love resulting the peace for the unity of the saints.
- Day: 29 October (Day 303)
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