THE REMEDY: When You Don’t Know What to Do

Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and
dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility,
gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive whatever
grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave
you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all
together in perfect unity. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts,
since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.” Colossians 3:12-15

Life is not always easy. Everyday letters come to this website from those of you walking through complex, confusing, and even tragic things that have unexpectedly imposed themselves on lives with little or no warning. If you find yourself arising to a day that is
in turmoil, consider getting dressed for your day according to
scripture.

Whenever you don’t know what to do, do this one thing first — clothe yourself with compassion, kindness and humility.

Pull on gentleness, patience and forgiveness. Wrap the cloak of love around them all as you go. (Colossians 3:12-15)

Deliberately put these things on just as you deliberately put on your clothes. Ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen and help you.

As you step into the challenges of today clothe yourself first with
these characteristics. Be intentional about keeping them in focus. Be
specific in asking God’s help to demonstrate them as you walk. It will
impact the day of turmoil and help bring God’s peace.

In a day when peace seems impossible this is the first step to having
God’s peace rule your heart. Those around you, who share the difficult
circumstances, will be steadied by your presence as you dress in the
things only God can give in the measure you need today.

Father God, I need Your Spirit to clothe me with a
soft heart today. Though things around me may be hard, may I help bring
Your presence into the circumstances of today by being dressed with the
characteristics Your Holy Spirit can bring to my life. Stir within me a
thankful heart and use my presence to help bring Your presence of peace
to those around me. I ask this in the strong name of Jesus, Amen.