I really felt the depth of these words as I read today's daily reading. I have been reading from a version call The Voice. I really love the way things are stated. I think this passage has a lot to say to us about the kind of authentic, open, humble, hospitable community we are building.
What stands out in this passage to you?
Romans 12:9-13
Love others well, and don't hide behind a mask; love authentically. Despise evil; pursue what is good as if your life depends on it. Live in true devotion to one another, loving each other as sisters and brothers. Be first to honor others by putting them first. Do not slack in your faithfulness and hard work. Let your spirit be on fire, bubbling up and boiling over, as you serve the Lord. Do not forget to rejoice, for hope is always just around the corner. Hold up through the hard times that are coming, and devote yourselves to prayer. Share what you have with the saints, so they lack nothing; take every opportunity to open your life and home to others, even if they are outside your faith family.
(the italics are from this translation. I didn't add them.)
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