The extraordinary will come through the regular practice of the ordinary. This holds true for so many things in life--including the work of gospel-ministry. The world will know the risen and exalted Lord when his people commit anew to the seemingly ordinary work of making peace. This devotional is an extended reflection on Paul's Letter to Philemon. Readers will be both moved and instructed in their call to serve as God's peacemakers. There is perhaps no greater need today among those who profess Christ as Lord and Savior than a renewed commitment to facilitate reconciliation in our divided world.

Paul Jeon is assistant professor of New Testament at Reformed Theological Seminary at Washington, DC. He is also an ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church in America, pastoring NewCity Church, located in Tysons Corner. He is the author of multiple commentaries and books.