Rewarded by Grace

Apostle Paul wrote, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23).

I place faith above all else. In everything I do, I believe in a promise that stays true. God gives me confidence that no one can take away. He may not have a contract waiting with some good fortune, like the book deal I feel I deserve, but He offers perfect love unconditionally. God’s grace rewards me. My soul guides me with thoughts of purity. The transformation He continually works in me brings more gratification than a million-dollar project advance. My understanding comes from a wisdom that reaches deeply into a soulful life where I remain blessed. I have no reason for greed or envy.

God’s greatest gift is the closeness I feel with the Prince of Peace, which inspires me to advocate for Him. Jesus teaches that this closeness can reach people nearby and afar. Literature has long been a way to connect souls. Sharing the timeless principles found in the Bible from forty-four authors, creators of sixty-six books spanning fifteen hundred years, provides moral choices.

I try to live by Jesus’ message. The sinner in me feels redeemable through patient change. Healing from sin requires great intent. Failure and faith often go hand in hand. Failure is an unavoidable part of our lives that can motivate us. Faith ensures that we make progress. Our growth is a process best approached with humility. God is our source for forgiveness. In faith, we must practice daily.

King David said, "How sweet are Your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth" (Psalm 119:103).

Suppose I am to guide you toward a more patient understanding of humanity. In that case, we need to act with kindness, consideration, and compassion for one another, rather than trying to widen the divide. We mostly differ in our formed opinions about life and the world we share. 

Apostle Paul counselled, “Now accept the one who is weak in faith, but not for the purpose of passing judgment on his opinions” (Romans 14:1).

Let’s honor God’s grace as we trust our lives to His unfailing love.

King David suggested, “Let the morning bring me word of Your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in You. Show me the way I should go, for to You I entrust my life” (Psalm 143:8).