Read today’s verse again. Then continue with the thought presented in verses 10 and 11: “so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.”

It is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment. Philippians 1:9

The apostle Paul prayed that love would abound in the Philippians, impelling them to act righteously in all things, even in the minor affairs of life. As one Bible commentary states, “Love is not a wild, ignorant enthusiasm.” It can give spiritual guidance if tempered by knowledge (the acquisition of information) and discernment (the awareness of differences to determine what is excellent).

When you understand what is best, you will neither offend nor take offense, but will be filled with the fruit of the Spirit. Abounding in love will prompt you to live a useful life with the holiest of conduct. You can stand blameless before Christ and give glory to God.

Pray for love to abound in this nation – love for God, for one another and for those who have yet to know the saving grace of Jesus. Transformation will surely follow.

Recommended Reading: I Thessalonians 3:5-13