DAILY READINGS: Esther 5-6; Malachi 1 to 2:9; Rev. 20:7 to 21:8
Others save with fear, pulling them out of the fire; hating even the garment spotted by the flesh. Jude 1:23
The literal meaning of this verse is simply “Have mercy on some who are doubting.” If we are honest with ourselves, we all suffer from fears and doubts at times, which in effect challenge God and his ways. However, remember that the Lord understands that we are frail mortals. Let’s not condemn ourselves or others for these lapses. Even John the Baptist had his doubts. —Brian Russell
Simply trusting every day,
Trusting through a stormy way;
Even when my faith is small,
Trusting Jesus, that is all. —Edgar P. Stites