1 Timothy 1:12-14

I am grateful to the one who has strengthened me, Christ Jesus our Lord, because he considered me faithful in putting me into ministry,  even though I was formerly a blasphemer and a persecutor, and an arrogant man. But I was treated with mercy because I acted ignorantly in unbelief,  and our Lord’s grace was abundant, bringing faith and love in Christ Jesus.

Today Paul remembers the man he once was, and expresses gratitude to the God who extended to him grace beyond measure. Paul shows us a right heart here and gives us a great example in remembering what the Lord has done for us, and allowing that truth to act as a foundation to our ongoing faith in Christ Jesus alone. Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” We cannot live lives that honor God without remembering His furious grace and mercy.