Following Jesus is not easy. He did not give us a list of “Do’s and Don’ts” that we can check off and know we have done all the “right” things. He simply told us to love God and one another, to refrain from judging each other, and to forgive again and again as God has forgiven us.

We can easily think we love God; but loving others is another matter. Isn’t it unreasonable to expect us to forgive those who hurt us especially when they hurt us repeatedly? Aren’t we “right” to pass judgement on those who do things we believe are wrong?

Reflect on your attitudes about loving, judging, and forgiving. How well are you following Jesus? Pray for the grace you need to become a better disciple.

-by S.T. Productions