2 Timothy 1:16 · KJV

"The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁴That good thing which was committed unto thee keep by the Holy Ghost which dwelleth in us.

¹⁵This thou knowest, that all they which are in Asia be turned away from me; of whom are Phygellus and Hermogenes.

¹⁶The Lord give mercy unto the house of Onesiphorus; for he oft refreshed me, and was not ashamed of my chain:

¹⁷But, when he was in Rome, he sought me out very diligently, and found me.

¹⁸The Lord grant unto him that he may find mercy of the Lord in that day: and in how many things he ministered unto me at Ephesus, thou knowest very well.

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Devotional Reflection

GratitudeCompassionDoubtShame

A Christian buddy who regularly helps others is a beautiful gift that will make you feel better. However, as humans, we have a propensity to be untrustworthy friends. We're there for them when they need us, but we become bored of being there while they're recuperating from sickness, loss, or the consequences of sin or addiction. Do you know someone who is still in some way connected to the past? Is it God's will for you to bless this individual right now? What about blessing them as often and openly as Onesiphorus blessed Paul?

Prayer

Give me sight to perceive your beautiful ones around me who need the consolation of your grace, which can only be felt through the touch of a loving Christian sibling or brother. Please use the power of your Holy Spirit to empower me to be a more dependable source of refreshment for these people. In Jesus' precious name, I pray. Amen.

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