In a series on Paul's life at GraceRiver. This Sunday we look at two
essential relationships Paul has, Ananias and Barnabas, acceptance and
encouragement. Acceptance is more difficult than acknowledged. It is
about choosing not to focus on a person's past but on their
possibilities in Christ. That is easy when we have had no engagement
with them. But when we "have heard about them" or have had bad
experiences with them acceptance is the last thing we want to offer.
Acceptance can begin simply with a greeting, a handshake, eye
contact. It is amazing how deeply that opens the hearts of others,
how that communicates their value and importance in the eyes of the
Lord. I'm hoping to give a lot of acceptance today and be an
extension of grace!
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