· Daily encouragement
Bible verse for October 7, 2026
Practice tenderness
“And be kind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving each other, just as God also in Christ forgave you.”
Ephesians 4:32
World English Bible (WEB) · Public domain
Read the full chapter for context →What does this verse mean?
Paul describes a community learning to leave bitterness behind. Kindness and forgiveness reflect God's grace, while wise boundaries can still be necessary when harm has occurred.
A short prayer
God, soften my heart without taking away my wisdom. Amen.
Put it into practice
Replace one harsh response with a truthful, gentle one.
Take a moment to reflect: what might this look like in your life today?
Scripture is quoted from the World English Bible. Reflections and prayers are devotional commentary from NearMeChurch, separate from the Bible text.