Scripture: 2nd Corinthians 8:23-24
As for Titus, he is my partner and co-worker in your service; as for our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, the glory of Christ. Therefore openly before the churches, show them the proof of your love and of our reason for boasting about you.
Thought for the Day: The above passage comes from NRSV (New Revised Standard Version) of the Bible. It makes its point, but not as well as the Message. There we read the same passage in this way:
I don’t need to say anything further about Titus. We’ve been close associates in this work of serving you for a long time. The brothers who travel with him are delegates from churches, a real credit to Christ. Show them what you’re made of, the love I’ve been talking up in the churches. Let them see it for themselves!
Maybe this Sunday, I will offer a very short sermon. I will simply say, “Show the world what you’re made of, the love I’ve been preaching in this church. Let all the people see it for themselves.” And then just sit down. What would you think of that?
Sorry to disappoint you, but the sermon for Sunday is a bit longer.
Prayer: As you displayed your love in Jesus, Eternal Father, make me a visible witness for others to see that same love. Amen.
