Today's Verse: Romans 12:9 (KJV)

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.
— Romans 12:9 (KJV)

Thoughts on Today's Verse...

Our love cannot be feigned, faked, or fickle! That means that we abhor things that are evil. We not only stay away from them, but we disdain them. At the same time, we commit ourselves to lovingly drawing closer to goodness and righteousness. In our intentions, there are no shades of gray, only a passionate desire for what is right, good, and holy.

My Prayer...

Holy and Righteous Father, I know that you have declared me righteous and holy because of Jesus' sacrifice. Now I ask that you help me live up to what you have declared me to be. Through your Holy Spirit's indwelling, please fill me with your love and drive out anything unclean, evil, or rancid that dwells in my heart. Thank you. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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Illustration of Romans 12:9 (KJV) — Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good.

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Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

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