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Be an Angel: 5 Days of Inspiration and Encouragement

DAY 2 OF 5

Nelson Mandela grew up in a nation saturated with hate. Under the wicked apartheid system, which institutionalized racial discrimination, Mandela was tried and imprisoned several times. Despite constant provocation, he never retaliated. Instead, Mandela inspired others to oppose oppression and deprivation with wisdom. Mandela lived the truth that love and hate are choices.

Choosing to love aligns us with the heart of God. God Himself is love, so making the daily decision to spurn hate and practice love brings me closer to Him. Genesis 1:27 declares that God created every human being in His image. This means we are made to love, not hate. . . .

Be an Angel: Pause for a moment, to take stock of what our lives are currently “teaching” the people around us? Are our words—at home, at work, online—filled with love or with something else? Are there ways in which you might want to change? Today is a wonderful day to commit anew to love.

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Be an Angel: 5 Days of Inspiration and Encouragement

Roma Downey, the beloved actress and New York Times bestselling author, offers reminders and encouragement that will help you speak words of hope to a hurting world. This stirring 5-day devotional based on her new book, Be An Angel, is the perfect offering for anyone looking to be uplifted. You’ll be delighted to discover inspiration for yourself—plus a little extra to make someone’s day.

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