1 Peter 4:8 (KJV)
And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.
And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins.
I spoke with a friend of mine today, a missionary whose testimony, as far as I know, is impeccable. I asked him if he was supported by a particular church whose pastor I have come to respect greatly. He told me that he had presented his ministry in that church, but when the pastor learned he had also presented in a nearby church, he refused to support him. Years later he called about possibly presenting again and was flatly turned down. I got to thinking about that for three reasons:
- I know and respect my missionary friend
- I know and respect this particular pastor
- I know I have felt as that pastor did
I was reminded that we are all, even the best of us, sinful human beings.
I think this passage is meant to help us through our own sinfulness. It is not that, when we love someone, we will cover up their sins. The lesson of the passage is that when we love as we ought, such love will serve as an antidote for many of our sins. Knowing how sinful we are then, we ought to love one another fervently. We will offend and sin and hurt others often enough. If we will love passionately, this love may help to salve the pain of those sins.
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First of all, thank you! It is a great joy to me to know you read the thoughts and lessons God has given me in His word. Secondly, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to leave comments.
First of all, thank you! It is a great joy to me to know you read the thoughts and lessons God has given me in His word. Secondly, I would love to hear from you. Please feel free to leave comments.
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