Being a Place for Grace

I was ruminating on Hebrews 4:16 "Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." As a Christian, with Christ dwelling on the throne of his innermost being, the question arises (as I look in the mirror) can people come to me confidently expecting mercy and finding grace.

This raises another more personal question; What kind of life do I express so that the people around me feel confident and expectant that they will not be turned away embarrassed and empty handed when they need mercy and grace, or worse yet, be judged and condemned.

Showing humility I'm sure is a good start. However, more is needed. What can I do to inspire people to have confidence in mercy and grace, nevertheless in Christ in this very humble house of clay? Do they feel love and acceptance? Am I inclusive? Do they feel like they can talk to me? Am I a safe place to rest their weary soul?

Of course all of this means I have to lay down my own problems at the most inopportune times to serve other's needs. Can I, or should I say "Will I" do that? Hmmm.

Lord...Your will be done.


Blessings,

David C.