Called To Bless

Redemptive Recovery
May 7
2 min read

May 7

"Not returning evil for evil or insult for insult, but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you would inherit a blessing.”

(1 Peter 3:9)

Our natural response when we are wronged is to fight back. Whether it’s a cutting word or a cold shoulder, everything in us wants to repay harm with harm. But in this verse, we are called to a different path; the path of blessing.

We are not called to reflect the world’s way of doing things but to reflect Christ. And Jesus didn’t return insult for insult. When mocked, He stayed silent. When wronged, He forgave. Today’s verse tells us that we too are called to bless instead of retaliate. Remember, this isn’t weakness; it’s strength under the control of the Holy Spirit.

When we bless those who hurt us, we aren’t excusing the offense; we are rising above it. We are living out our new identity in Christ. Therefore, there’s a blessing in return, not necessarily in the form of worldly gifts, but in spiritual peace, joy, and eternal reward.

You are not a victim of your past, nor a slave to your emotions. You are called to something greater. You are called to bless.

Who has hurt you recently? How can you respond with grace instead of retaliation?

Jesus, it’s hard to respond with love when I’ve been hurt. But I know You’ve called me to a better way of living. Help me to bless, even when I feel like retaliating. May my words and actions reflect Your grace and teach me to forgive as I’ve been forgiven. In Your name, Amen.

Redemptive Recovery (RR) is a Christian recovery group and program that is modeled on biblical truths. We believe that Jesus Christ has the power to transform our lives and that the bible is our roadmap. RR meets weekly and is for anyone currently navigating the challenges of addiction and also those that are further along in their recovery.

Visit www.redemptiverecovery.org for more information.