Our prayer focus at church this month is relationships and our weekly verse is "So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." John 13:34-35 This command is not just a suggestion, but a fundamental principle for all relationships.
Jesus' love is the ultimate example of how we should love one another. It is a selfless, sacrificial love that puts the needs of others before our own. This kind of love is not always easy, but it is always worth it.
When we love others as Jesus loves us, we create a ripple effect of love that can transform our relationships, our communities, and even the world. Love is the is the key to building strong and lasting relationships.
Love is a command from Jesus, it something we are to do, not just something we are to have. As you think about putting love into action, here are some questions for reflection:
How can you love others as Jesus loves you?
What relationships in your life need more love?
How can you show love to those who are difficult to love?
As you think through those questions, remember that Jesus is not only our example of love, but through the Holy Spirit, He also empowers us to love as He does.
