Do What is Good

Written By Betty Predmore

TITUS 3:1-15

(October 28)

Be obedient, always ready to do what is good. (Verse 1)

Paul puts a pretty hard task at the feet of Timothy. It is a difficult challenge for the believers of Crete, and it is difficult for us today.

The word ALWAYS requires much. It suggests perfection, with no room for "mess ups" or "oopsies". But which one of us is able to lead a life of perfection?

Not one of us can lead a perfect life, but we can lead a perfected life. A life where our sins are washed clean by the overflowing grace of God; made possible by the overwhelming sacrifice of Jesus; and made doable by the gift of the Holy Spirit and the promise of eternal life in heaven.

Because of this grace, and the Holy Spirit living within us, we can DO WHAT IS GOOD! And if we make a mistake, we have that grace to shower down upon us, making us clean again.

Paul mentions being submissive to governmental leaders. YIKES! How many times have we been disapproving of their choices? How many times have we complained about leadership? DO WHAT IS GOOD!

And what about listening to gossip and slander, letting is cause dissension among the church or group of friends. Oh, how the enemy loves to weasel himself into productive relationships and create problems. Are we to engage in those activities? Or are we to hold those people accountable? DO WHAT IS GOOD!

Paul advises to not argue with others. Hmmm... have I done THAT today? He says we should be helpful to those in need, demonstrating the love of Jesus and living out the testimony of our faith.

Some days, that is hard. Some days it seems impossible. That is where we remember that with God's strength, nothing is impossible, and we CAN DO WHAT IS GOOD!

Betty Predmore

Betty Predmore is a writer, blogger, speaker and ministry leaders. She is the founder of Mom-Sense, Inc., a ministry designed for mentorship, connection and service to women of all life circumstances. Through this ministry, women are encouraged and supported with scripture and life application. Mom-Sense helps women overcome life struggles through small group classes with biblical curriculum, individual counseling, bible studies, and other areas of support.

Betty also directs the Imperial Valley Life Center, which is a non-profit faith-based pro life women’s resource center. She has a passion for saving the unborn and supporting mothers through pregnancy and motherhood.

Betty loves to speak at events, sharing the love of Jesus with other women. She does this through practical life application mingled with God’s word, and sprinkled with humor. Having experienced a broken home, divorce, abuse, grief, single motherhood, blended families, and adoption, she uses the broken places and movement of God in her own life to share His word in an inspiring way. She enjoys sharing her blogs on social media as a way of reaching out on a broader spectrum. Betty has many speaking topics which can be found on her website: www.bettypredmore.com

As an author, she has had the opportunity to impact women and reach deep into their hearts with her words of inspiration and encouragement. Through Pondering Virtue and Whispered Grace, she has created wonderful tools for the woman who is seeking direction in her spiritual walk.

Betty serves on the writing team of A Wife Like Me, and is also a contributor to Moms Encouraging Moms and Gift of Thorns. Her blogs have appeared in several magazine publications throughout the years including Southern Faith Magazine, Purposeful Life, and Aspiring Woman Magazine.

While Betty thrives on her ministry opportunities, her greatest blessings come from being a wife to Jim and a mama to their wonderful collection of children, who bring joy, laughter, and an occasional tear to her days.


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