“Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good’ (Romans 12:10-21).
As we near the end of our study, let’s look at the characteristics of those who make up the “Bride” of Christ. I not only remember what I looked like as a bride, but, last November I was thrilled to view my daughter in her bridal attire. You probably can envision yourself how special you looked and felt on your wedding day. The event is one of your cherished memories.
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for veteran missionary Molly Barker as she works in VBS in Uruguay.
