Good morning…
In this sacred moment, I welcome you to read Philippians 4:5 in various translations.
Slowly.
Quietly.
Aloud with God.
Which inviting words whisper for your attention?
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Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. (NIV)
Let your gentle spirit [your graciousness, unselfishness, mercy, tolerance, and patience] be known to all people. The Lord is near. (AMP)
Let your kindness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. (NCB)
Have a reputation for gentleness, and never forget the nearness of your Lord. (PHILLIPS)
And let gentleness be seen in every relationship, for our Lord is ever near. (TPT)
Let everyone see that you are gentle [kind; considerate; patient]. The Lord is coming soon [or close at hand; near]. (EXB)
Keep your gentle nature so that all people will know what it looks like to walk in His footsteps. The Lord is ever present with us. (VOICE)
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Moment by moment, how might we be guided by this humble verse?
…Sue…
