Read: Colossians 4:2–6
Bible in a Year: Psalms 68–69; Romans 8:1–21
Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone. Colossians 4:6
The US Masters Golf Tournament began in 1934, and since then only
three players have won it two years in a row. On April 10, 2016, it
appeared that twenty-two-year-old Jordan Spieth would become the fourth.
But he faltered on the last nine holes and finished in a tie for
second. Despite his disappointing loss, Spieth was gracious toward
tournament champion Danny Willett, congratulating him on his victory and
on the birth of his first child, something “more important than golf.”
Writing in The New York Times, Karen Krouse said, “It
takes grace to see the big picture so soon after having to sit through a
trophy ceremony and watch someone else have his photograph taken.”
Krouse continued, “Spieth’s ball-striking was off all week, but his
character emerged unscathed.”
Paul urged the followers of Jesus in Colossae to “be wise in the way
you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. Let your
conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you
may know how to answer everyone” (Col. 4:5–6).
As those who have freely received God’s grace, it is our privilege
and calling to demonstrate it in every situation of life—win or lose.
Dear Lord, help me by Your Spirit to be gracious and kind to others and to represent You well.
Gracious words are always the right words.
© 2017 Our Daily Bread Ministries
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