Loving others

 

8 Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. 

9 The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and whatever other command there may be, are summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” 

10 Love does no harm to a neighbor. Therefore love is the fulfillment of the law.~ Romans 13:8-10

Love from God is a great privilege.  Having  the chance to share His love with others is an honor.  Today God gave me a gift of opportunity.  The opportunity to show kindness to a stranger.  It felt good.  It felt good to do even a small thing for someone else.  I'm only sharing this fact because I am grateful for God to have had the chance.  I miss so many opportunities, so when I get another chance I have to give Him praise.  For it is HIs hand that I ultimately seeing move through me.

God tells us to love your neighbor as yourself (Romans 13:9). Our neighbors are our fellow mankind.  The lady or gentleman in the grocery store.  Our physical neighbors and our brothers and sisters in Christ.  Our neighbors include those who don't look or think like us.  That means loving even when its might be hard.  Treating others as you want to be treated.  A smile to encourage. An hello to let them know that they are seen and valued.  It doesn't take a lot.  Sharing a meal. Caring for the less fortunate and praying with someone who is having a challenging time.  It's giving of self.  Loving God through them. 

Want to keep the law?  Want to please God? Love.  Be indebted to love others.  It will change your life.

Father, thank You for the chance to share your love with someone else today. May my small act of kindness make an impact for Your Kingdom.  May I see people as You see them and may I love.  Help us all love each other well, for You love us well.  In Jesus name.  Amen