Living Sacrifices
We visited my grandpa this weekend, for the last time on this earth. He passed away tonight near 11 p.m. He was a man who sought Christ in everything he did, and His love radiated from him.
I often hear you can learn a lot about a person from the looks of their Bible. Here’s a big box of his. And that’s not all of them.
After getting the phone call tonight, I pulled out one of his Bibles. Searching, I found a piece of paper in it with his handwriting–verses organized by category. I read a few from Peace and plan to read a few more from Free. But I had to share a few verses where he had underlined.
From Romans Chapter 12 (marked “Living Sacrifices” in his Bible)
1. Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God–which is your spiritual worship.
3. For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you.
16. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.
August 22nd, 2011 at 9:56 am
He was a great man and by your example everyone knows that. He taught all of you well and is now at peace, even though the family is in mourning at their loss and heavens gain.
August 23rd, 2011 at 6:47 pm
Love to you, Holli! What a treasure!
September 15th, 2011 at 6:50 pm
I’m sorry to hear of your loss. It’s wonderful to know he was such a blessing in your life!