Believe the Last Word

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:11

People grow. People change. People mature.

But wounded hearts often freeze others at their worst moment.

The Final Word Principle challenges us: will you believe and act upon the last words spoken concerning the relationship?

Paul once refused to take Mark along. Yet later, from prison, Paul wrote, “Bring Mark… he is helpful to me in my ministry.”

Something changed.

Maybe Mark matured.

Maybe Paul’s perspective softened.

Most likely — God worked in both of them.

The Gospel invites us to leave room for redemption in other people’s stories.

Yes, wisdom matters. Boundaries matter. But so does humility. So does mercy. So does the willingness to believe God may be doing a new work in someone’s life.

Today, ask yourself:

Am I holding someone hostage to their past version… or am I open to what God may be doing now?

Grace keeps the door unlocked for growth.

Prayer:

God, help me extend the same patience You’ve shown me. Teach me to believe the best where You are at work. Amen.