1st Peter 3:8. “Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous.” CHOICES THAT AFFECT FELLOWSHIP. It is possible only if a choice I make
To consider the opinions and paths my brothers take To be equally as important as the things I state – To be of ONE MIND with each of them.
When I stop my own things and open my eyes – It enables me to notice when another’s problems arise- To forget my own interests and to sympathize – And show COMPASSION to him.
It doesn’t mean I have to over other people gush – Not does it even mean I may have to give so much. It is more that I value them and try to keep in touch – To shown Christian LOVE to them.
I don’t have to see everything as another friend may see – But it is really important that I express some real empathy, And from a tender heart show they are important unto me – And have a PITIFUL heart to them.
Mt brothers and my sisters deserve my respect – They are of great value, and when I pause to reflect – There is an appropriate way of expression when we connect – So, I am truly COURTEOUS to them.
“O God of compassion and grace: I thank Thee for Thy saints, Thy chosen ones, the elect. May I, by Thy grace to me, show my fellowship with them by sincere attention. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”