Nativity Scene
Gerrit van Honthorst, 1622
not because of any works of righteousness that we had done,
but according to his mercy, through the water of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit.
This Spirit he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ our Savior,
so that, having been justified by his grace,
we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.
Dear friends,
In the passage from Titus 3:4-7, we see the importance of God's grace in our lives. It is through this grace that we are saved and made worthy of the promise of eternal life.
But it is not just about receiving this grace for ourselves. We must also show compassion and kindness to others, just as God has shown compassion and kindness to us. We must be merciful and loving towards our neighbors, even those who may be different from us or who may have wronged us.
This is the true meaning of being a follower of Christ. It is not about following rules or rituals, but about living a life filled with love and compassion for all beings.
So let us strive to embody this grace and compassion in all that we do, and may we spread the love of God to all those around us.
May we all find peace and joy in living a life filled with the grace and love of God.