Respect for each other

"The spirit of hate and revenge originated with Satan, and it led him to put to death the Son of God. Whoever cherishes malice or unkindness is cherishing the same spirit.... In the revengeful thought the evil deed lies enfolded, as the plant in the seed.... In the gift of His Son for our redemption, God has shown how high a value He places upon every human soul, and He gives to no man liberty to speak contemptuously of another. We shall see faults and weaknesses in those about us, but God claims every soul as His property—His by creation, and doubly His as purchased by the precious blood of Christ. All were created in His image, and even the most degraded are to be treated with respect and tenderness. God will hold us accountable for even a word spoken in contempt of one soul for whom Christ laid down His life.... " strong words

Encouragement

God is for You
 
“What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us?” (Romans 8:31, NLT Bible)
 
There are many misconceptions about God in the world today. Some people think He’s mad at them, and other’s think He’s keeping a list of all their wrongs. But that isn't what scripture tells us. Scripture tells us that God is gracious, patient, and loving; that He is forgiving and doesn't treat us as our sins deserve. Scripture tells us that God is for us, and if God is for us, who can be against us?
 
Think about that for a moment. The same God who created the heavens and earth, the one who spoke the universe into existence and knows everything about you, He is on your side and wants the best for you. I love today’s verse because it is a great reminder that when God is for you, no one can win against you. Not the pain of your past. Not any mistake you've made. Not the forces of hell, your worst enemy, a bad economy, a difficult housing market or anything else on this earth.
 
Today, instead of dwelling on what you're not, dwell on what He is — He is faithful, He is loving, He is with you and He is for you! And with God on your side, you are headed for victory all the days of your life!