Monday, August 27, 2012

Grace for your spirit. August 28, 2012

Grace for your spirit
Simon, Simon, behold Satan has demanded permission to sift you like wheat; but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers. Luke 22:31-32

Simon Peter, one of Jesus' closest apostles, seemed to be in trouble most of the time. He thought he was invincible, and the devil was often able to get the best of him. He also failed to remember that the prayer and support of Jesus was always better than anything the devil could throw at him. Finally, he failed to realize that every time he stumbled, he had a negative effect on his brethren. We can have the same troubles today, and they can seriously hamper our effectiveness. May we all make a new commitment to be aware of our adversary, trust in the help from the Lord, and be more attentive to how we can strengthen our brothers and sisters in Christ.

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