06/16/2026
**Royal Grace Daily Devotional**
*Treat Others the Way You Want to Be Treated 🤝*
**Scripture Reading**
"So in everything, do to others what you would have them do to you, for this sums up the Law and the Prophets." — Matthew 7:12 (NIV)
This verse is often called the Golden Rule. Jesus teaches us a simple but powerful way to live. Before we speak, act, or respond to someone, we should ask ourselves, "How would I want to be treated if I were in their place?"
We all desire kindness, respect, patience, forgiveness, and understanding from others. Jesus tells us to give these same things to the people around us. This applies to our families, friends, coworkers, neighbors, and even those who may not treat us well.
Living by this principle changes our relationships. Instead of being selfish, we become considerate. Instead of looking only at our own needs, we begin to care about the needs of others. When we treat people with love and compassion, we reflect the character of Christ and become a light in a world that often lacks kindness.
Jesus said that this command sums up the Law and the Prophets because genuine love for others fulfills God's heart and purpose. Every day presents opportunities to practice this truth through our words, actions, and attitudes.
Today, make a conscious decision to treat others with the same grace, mercy, and respect that you would hope to receive. In doing so, you honor God and demonstrate His love to those around you.
**Additional Scriptures**
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." — Ephesians 4:32 (NIV)
"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves." — Philippians 2:3 (NIV)
**Prayer**
Heavenly Father, thank You for teaching us how to love others. Help us to treat people with kindness, patience, respect, and compassion. Give us hearts that reflect Your love in every conversation and every action. Teach us to put others before ourselves and to be examples of Christ wherever we go. May our lives bring glory to You and encouragement to those around us. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Your brother in Christ,
Pastor Johnny Wisdom K