How to love others as Jesus loves us?
Jesus commanded us to love like Him. To love like Jesus, we need to examine His words and lifestyle.
SELFLESS
Jesus loved us by leaving absolute power and luxuries of heaven to save us.
Are you willing to leave the cheap cares, riches and pleasures of the world for His glory?
DEVOTION TO GOD
He gave His childhood to do the Heavenly Father's business - observing and engaging in scripture study. It formed the basis of His future ministries that began with overcoming worldly temptations, led by the Holy Spirit.
WHAT ARE THE THREE KEY ELEMENTS OF HIS LOVE?
He spoke the truth without bias
Cultivated a diligent prayer life
Willingness to suffer so God's word manifests
Speaking the truth without bias isn't as simple as it sounds. Our words also reveal our hearts. Love speaks truth for you to grow in Christ. Sometimes, it will hurt. Jesus rebuked the devil while addressing Peter when Peter got emotionally possessive about Jesus' reference to His death and resurrection. Jesus rebuked the Pharisees, calling them a brood of vipers - characterising their true state.
Jesus prayed whenever He could. It says a lot about the role of prayer in cultivating love to do God's will.
Jesus learnt obedience through suffering. He bore much pain beyond our understanding and stayed faithful till the end. Are you willing to suffer for Christ?
Soon, and very soon, we will meet the love of our lives! Are you excited? Give room for the joy of the Lord in your heart.
Maranatha, Praise God, and Amen.
