SUNDAY INSPIRATION and PRAYER

February 13, 2022

“So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.”

John 13:34

NLT Bible 

Tomorrow, millions of people everywhere will be celebrating Valentine’s Day by showing their loved ones how deeply they care. On this day, people are happier, kinder and more loving. While this is good, this love should be visible every single day all through the year. God has commanded us to love each other just as He loves us! It’s important to note that this is not a request, but rather a command. However, at any given time, this proves to be somewhat difficult for so many.

It’s easy to love some people. They are the ones who are easygoing, pleasant, kind, caring and giving, so we don’t have a problem loving them. What’s difficult is loving those who are rude, sullen, grumpy, loud and different. We cannot pick and choose those we should love as we are just called to love everyone. We don’t have to agree with people to love them! We just love them freely and unconditionally, showing God’s love in tangible ways, expecting nothing in return. Love is contagious and after awhile, even the grumpiest and most difficult people respond to it in positive ways. When we love God, we love each other! 

Thank you Lord for Your unconditional love. Help me to love others as You love, without judgement or condemnation. Let me also show love in tangible ways and may Your love be reflected in all my actions. I love you, Jesus. Amen!

Be Blessed!

Lydia