But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.
1 Peter 3:15 NIV
Today's verse encourages us to know God's plan, His attributes and to tell the story with love, gentleness, and respect.
We have discussed being prepared previously in our journey through the Bible this year. In order to explain the hope that we have with gentleness and respect, we must spend time in the Word in order to keep God's plan fresh on our minds and in our hearts.
We are encouraged to show gentleness when we give the reason for the hope we have. Gentleness is a fruit of the Spirit. When we explain why we hope, pray for the Spirit to give the words to us and also to prepare the mind and heart of the person(s) we are teaching.
Pray to be given the opportunity to effectively tell the story.
In Christ
David P
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