This morning the NLT Bible read aloud to me before I was able to open my eyes, but yet I could hear God’s message to me read what is written for me!

Why do I write this to you? Because the message is for you to hear what God wants to help you better understand what is going on & how to be better equipped to respond.

The Bible talks about being “controlled by” … Really A LOT. Specifically, the Bible helps us examine 1st ourselves, but also to be aware of how to minister well & stay in the Unity of Christ.

As the Bible rolls on in teaching through 1 Corinthians, believers are more of the topic than unbelievers! Paul perfectly pens the object of focus we EACH need to be aware of.

1) Unity is when we are controlled by the Mind of Christ.

2) Division among believers rises up, when anyone is controlled by the old sinful nature.

There are rules! And those who are strong ought to bare with the weaknesses of those falling to sinful natures; The nature Jesus died to bury.

Once we know Christ, Let’s make up our mind to represent Jesus in our every way by abiding in the Mind of CHRIST Jesus. Which means we need to ask God constantly HOW to respond & stay in step with the Holy Spirit.

Friends, I really believe you desire to develop in God’s thoughts & are up for the challenge to examine all things in your life, because you know God’s Lovingkindness is better than life!

Marbles is the calf who waits for his! He is always last for a reason he doesn’t know. He is my favorite, because he is a picture of patience that waits & trusts. The other two, I love also, but they are more on demanding. A locomotive IS slow & steady, like a believer is to abide in Christ.

May God, who gives this patience and encouragement, help you live in complete harmony with each other, as is fitting for followers of Christ Jesus. Then all of you can join together with one voice, giving praise and glory to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Romans 15:5‭-‬6 NLT

Love in Christ,