1 Thessalonians 5:12-15. Now we ask you, brothers and sisters, to acknowledge those who work hard among you, who care for you in the Lord and who admonish you. 13 Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. 14 And we urge you, brothers and sisters, warn those who are idle and disruptive, encourage the disheartened, help the weak, be patient with everyone. 15 Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always strive to do what is good for each other and for everyone else.
Every circumstance in life is a blessing from God for those who belong to Christ Jesus. Because of this, we walk by faith, not by sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). God has called us to live for the gospel—the power of God that saves—and through it, He reveals His righteousness that comes by faith (Romans 1:17).
As we enjoy the gospel in our daily lives, God will begin to heal and restore those around us—our families, our church, and even the field of our everyday living. When we see our families through the lens of the gospel, we begin to understand that each difficulty and relationship is an opportunity to manifest Christ’s love and His power to heal. The restoration of our homes begins when we take small, deliberate steps to bless, forgive, and yield to one another in love.
We are also called to save and restore the church. Sadly, many have grown weary or even wounded by the church. Yet God’s heart is to renew His church so that His glory may shine once again. When Christ is exalted as the center of the church, the gates of hell will not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18).
Stand firm in faith and not in unbelief. Become a source of joy and strength to your pastor and your congregation. Let your life become a model of the gospel, prayer, and evangelism for the next generation.
God has given you a heavenly mandate in His plan. Wherever you are—at home, in your workplace, in your community—you are the light of the kingdom of God. Every encounter and every relationship is a divine appointment prepared by Him.
So, bring hope in Christ to those around you. Encourage the weary, strengthen the weak, and pray for everyone entrusted to your care. As you do, you will see your field come alive with the power of the gospel. You will realize that the very place you stand is your mission field, and through you, God will save your family, your church, and your world.
Prayer. Lord, I thank You for the privilege of worship and prayer. Thank You for revealing Your righteousness through the gospel of Christ. Help me choose faith over unbelief in every situation today. Let me become Your instrument to restore my family, strengthen my church, and bring Your salvation to the world. In Jesus’ name, Amen.