Day 7 of 7 · Read quietly · about 5 minutes
Practice a sincere love
Romans 12:9–18 · King James Version
9 Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10 Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord; 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; 13 Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. 14 Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not. 15 Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep. 16 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. 17 Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. 18 If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.Read the full chapter →
Reflect
This compact portrait of Christian life moves from affection to patience, hospitality, solidarity, humility, and peace. Love becomes credible through repeated practices.
Pray
God of steadfast love, make my care sincere, my hope patient, my hospitality generous, and my pursuit of peace wise. Amen.
One step
Choose one instruction in this passage and practice it deliberately before the day ends.
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