Kathryn Hartley | Romans 15:8-13; John 15:1-4; 2 Corinthians 3:16-18 — As we are confronted with the implications of the Gospel on our lives (and how much work there is to do!), Paul reminds us that our God is faithful: For Jew and Gentile alike, He is the initiator and finisher of our redemption story. As we abide in and behold Him, may we put off self-effort and abound in hope at the transformation that only He will bring.