1 Corinthians 4:4–5: For I know of nothing against myself, yet I am not justified by this; but He who judges me is the Lord. Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord comes, who will both bring to light the hidden things of darkness and reveal the counsels of the hearts. Then each one’s praise will come from God.
In the Book of Revelation Christ had words of commendation for the churches in spite of their faults. And I think He will be equally gracious to each individual saint.
A dear little lady in a church years ago always had something good to say about everybody, especially the preacher. One day they had a visiting preacher who delivered the most miserable sermon they had ever heard. The people wondered what in the world the dear little lady would say about such a sermon, and they gathered round as she went out. She smiled and shook hands with the preacher, then she said, “Oh, pastor, you had a wonderful text today!” And, my friend, I think our Lord is going to find something praiseworthy in each of us! 1
Application
- Read James 3:8-10. Will you please send a text message, email, or letter today to encourage another person who will be so surprised & blessed to know that you were thinking about them?
Thought to Share
Your timely words have the potential to help another to victory. – TWEET IT
Prayer
Lord, make me an encourager in the work of Your Kingdom.
1. McGee, J. V. (1991). Thru the Bible commentary: The Epistles (1 Corinthians) (electronic ed., Vol. 44). Nashville: Thomas Nelson.
