Devotion:
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Read Galatians 6:1-2.
The heart of the gospel is healing and restoration, and these verses from Galatians call us to be agents of that grace within the body of Christ. In the Wesleyan tradition, this work is deeply communal. John Wesley taught that Christian life thrives in fellowship, where believers are instruments of God’s transforming love to one another.
To restore someone gently is to reflect Christ’s own approach to brokenness. His ministry was marked by compassion, never harshness, toward those who had fallen. Likewise, we are called to bring hope and healing, not through judgment but through grace-filled guidance. True restoration isn’t about pointing out failures—it’s about walking alongside someone as they journey back to wholeness in Christ.
Healing also involves bearing one another’s burdens. This act of shared love doesn’t just ease another’s pain; it fosters deep spiritual connection. When we carry another’s struggles, we embody the law of Christ—the law of love—and create spaces where God’s healing power can flow.
In this sacred work, we must stay grounded in prayer and humility, aware of our own need for grace. By embracing this calling, we partner with God in the holy work of healing, creating a community where restoration and renewal flourish. In doing so, we not only fulfill Christ’s law but also grow closer to His heart.
Personal Worship Option:
Today, ask yourself: Who in my life needs restoration? How can I help bear their burdens in love? Then pray for guidance in how you can walk with that person in their spiritual journey.
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