Potty Mouth

But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.
Titus 3:4-7

I was reminded today by this verse just how much Christ loves me. Not only this verse, but a wonderful conversation with an old friend. I used to work with this friend at the hospital before I was a believer. Helen is a strong Christian and was very instrumental in my coming to faith in Christ. She was an example to me all those years. While chatting with her, she happened to remark about a "professional" that has a foul and crude mouth. Fortunately he doesn't do this in front of patients but it is hard to respect someone who speaks that way. I was reminded however, of my life before Christ. How much He has forgiven in me. I had a crude mouth and often made jokes and comments that had sexual innuendos. I shudder actually when I think of some of the things I talked about with my co workers and friends. Helen would have heard some of the things I said "back in the day", but she still showed love to me. She prayed for this lost woman to be convicted of her sin and to realize she needed a Savior! God answers prayer!
There was really nothing I could have done to change myself to become clean in His eyes. It was through His mercy that I was washed and made clean again. I know I am forgiven, even though I still mess up once in awhile, but His forgiveness is a guarantee. I am His. I am now justified by faith and have the hope of eternal life!!
Don't give up on people with a potty mouth! Pray for them! Show them love! It will make an eternal difference!!!