Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:21-22
Now it is God who makes both us and you stand firm in Christ. He anointed us, health set his seal of ownership on us, salve and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, buy guaranteeing what is to come.

Thought for the Day: This beautiful piece of Scripture  reminds us that to be Christian means we are anointed, co-heirs of Christ, as Paul was fond of saying. This means we have work to do. We should be out in the world, working for peace, justice, equality, an end to racism, sexism, genderism, homophobia, Islamohpobia, anti-semitism and all the other “isms” and phobias that divide our human family.

God has placed God’s Spirit in our hearts, guaranteeing us peace. But for that peace to spread throughout the world, we must unlock our hearts and let our spirits soar. We must open ourselves to the love of God, accept our anointing, and preach the Good News of Jesus: that God loves us all, passionately, and commands us to love each other just as passionately.

Prayer: May I follow the example set by Jesus, Holy God, and by accepting your love in my heart, may I become a force for peace and love in the world. Amen.