Thursday, September 6, 2018

Love

Thus, I am commanding you to give generously to those who are poor -- to your neighbors in need. ~ Deuteronomy 15:11b (ABP)

...you show love for others by truly helping them, and not merely by talking about it. ~ 1 John 3:18b (CEV)

KEY IDEA:
Real love is what happens when people take care of those in need.
PRAYER:
Lord, because of your great love you left your heavnly throne above to step into our world. In doing so you addressed the greatest needs we had. You cared for the outcasts and broke the back of death. You freed us from the power and consequences of sin. Thank you. I wish that I cared enough to do that kind of thing. I know that I should follow your example and look out for those who have needs but I have trouble making it happen. Please strengthen your connection with me so that your blood flows through me and I become like you as I am empowered through the new life of Christ. My goal is to show love by caring for others -- using the love you provide. Amen.