"But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called 'today,' so that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin."
(Hebrews 3:13)
I just received word that one of our church members died of a massive heart attack last night. He called his wife, a nurse, who was on her way to work, to say that he was experiencing chest pains. "If something happens to me tonight, know that I love you and the girls," he said to her. By the time she turned around & made it home (just minutes later), he was unresponsive.
Every day is a gift. We know that in our heads. But do we live as though it's a true reality? The author of Hebrews calls us to "exhort one another every day." Encourage one another. Love one another. think about others more than yourself. Daily. Why? Because none of us knows if there will be a tomorrow for us. Too often we live like we expect tomorrow to be there, but nothing is guaranteed. So say what you need to say, the author continues, "as long as it is called 'today.'
What do you NEED to do today? Who do you need to encourage? Who might need to know they're loved? Don't let anger, resentment, pride, or any other sin take root. Not while it's still called 'today.' Life is too short. Life is too precious.
PRAYER: Thank you, Lord, for Dennis... and the love he showered upon his family... including his love for you! AMEN.
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