Col 3:23-24 (ESV)Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord & not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. Prov 16:3 Commit your work to the Lord, & your plans will be established. 1 Cor 4:12 We labor, working with our own hands. When reviled, we bless; when persecuted, we endure. — Hard work is something that was just part of life growing up in Mississippi. But when we work as though we are working for God & not man, it is here we can learn to bless those who may revile us or even persecute us! —Matt 5:10Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Matt 5:44 I say to you, Love your enemies & pray for those who persecute you. — God tells us to bless those who persecute us! This becomes easier when we realize that that opens the door for God to in turn bless us! Just remember when we let go of our offenses & bless our offender, then our Heavenly Father has promised to bless us! Love Mel
