Love

This week is Valentine's week. So, everyone seems to be thinking about love. In Matthew 22:37, Jesus tells us that love is very important. In fact, He tells us that the most important commandment is to love God. The second is like it: love your neighbor. So, what kind of love is Jesus talking about? Is this the love the gives flowers on Valentine's Day? Is this the love that comes out on birthdays and anniversaries? I think not. This is true sacrificial love. This is love in action. This kind of love does the dishes even though you're feeling tired. This kind of love rocks the baby when your wife is feeling sick. True love reaches out to the homeless person and gives them a meal. Christian loves shares the Gospel even when you feel like you don't have time. True love for God is a life dedicated to His service. This kind of love flows out into every area of our lives and blesses the lives of those around us, and that may mean getting flowers for your wife on Valentine's day, but it's much more than that. It's a daily experience. It's a selflessness and a willingness to help and support each other.

 
 

Lord, help me to live a life of love. Help me to have a true, deep love for You and for my friends and neighbors. Help me to be willing to sacrifice for the good of those around me. Help me not to be selfish. Help me to live a life that honors You in every way.