AN HONORABLE MAN
Matthew 1:9
"Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away secretly."
Joseph is an unsung hero. Mary gets all the attention, but Joseph demonstrated his godliness and great strength of character. He was an honorable man who was caught in a very difficult situation. Should he follow the Mosaic law in judging apparent immorality? Or should his love for Mary trump the legal issue? It must have been a very troubling time for Joseph. But he chose mercy over judgment, and showed grace and patience. Lord, help me to be gracious and patient in situations I don't understand.
TODAY'S PRINCIPLE: An honorable person does demonstrates grace in difficult situations.
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Have an honorable day. Love you.
Matthew 1:9
"Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not wanting to make her a public example, was minded to put her away secretly."
Joseph is an unsung hero. Mary gets all the attention, but Joseph demonstrated his godliness and great strength of character. He was an honorable man who was caught in a very difficult situation. Should he follow the Mosaic law in judging apparent immorality? Or should his love for Mary trump the legal issue? It must have been a very troubling time for Joseph. But he chose mercy over judgment, and showed grace and patience. Lord, help me to be gracious and patient in situations I don't understand.
TODAY'S PRINCIPLE: An honorable person does demonstrates grace in difficult situations.
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Have an honorable day. Love you.
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