Some “through the bible” thoughts from Titus 2 and 3.
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age” (Titus 2:11,12).
“Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people” (Titus 3:1,2).
From some past bible class, I wrote two things in the margins of Titus in my bible: “The gospel must prove itself in the public square” and “Churches are agents of transformation in culture.”
Does the gospel make a difference? We know it does. It changes everything. Our justification by grace through faith in Christ covers our past with forgiveness and assures us of eternal life in the future.
But what about today? Does the gospel make a difference today?
A little kindness makes a big difference. It doesn’t just make life more pleasant. It makes grace real.
Grace isn’t just an idea. It has a pulse. It’s breathing. It’s a person. It’s Jesus. It’s his people. It’s me.
Have you ever been surprised when grace shows up in your life? Like that time when you didn’t quarrel with someone? Or when you responded gently to a comment someone made that you didn’t necessarily agree with? What about that time when you treated someone with kindness?
It happens every once in a while, doesn’t it? God displays his grace through you.
Waite for it... 