Bible Verse for January 23rd

Therefore, accept each other just as Christ accepted you, so that God
will be given glory.
Romans 15:7
NLT Bible

When we came to Jesus, He accepted us with all our flaws and weaknesses
and in the same way, we are to accept each other. We are all different,
coming from different backgrounds and diverse cultures. As children of
God, we need to recognize that we are not all the same. Just imagine
what a boring world it would be if we were all alike. So many times, we
set out trying to change people, to fit them into a mould of who or
what we think they should be. Our duty is just to accept them and if
change has to take place, pray for them and leave it to God.
Accepting someone does not mean that we engage in activities that are
not in agreement with the Word of God. It simply means that we are
willing to see them for who they are and this allows us to have a heart
filled with love and compassion for them. We are all flawed and are not
called to condemn or belittle others. All we need to do is pray for
them, let our lives be a living testimony for Jesus and love and accept
them. This gives glory to Almighty God.

Thank you Lord for loving and accepting me just as I am. Help me to
accept others in the same way. Let me treat everyone with the love and
respect they deserve. I give You all the glory. I love you, Jesus.
Amen!

Be Blessed!
Lydia