”Dear friends, let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God. Anyone who loves is a child of God and knows God.“
1 John 4:7 NLT
Love others…that is how we will draw near to God. We draw near by expressing to others God’s true nature of love.
When Christ came, He demonstrated God’s true nature of love. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…” Since we are a byproduct of that expression of love, and have that love living in and through us, how can we not share it with others!
So how can I share the gift of love with someone? WOW, that is a loaded question, with a lot of answers. I can love others through my words: of encouragement, words of edification, words of kindness, words of forgives. I can share the gift of God’s love by my actions: acts of kindness, acts of generosity, active and effective listening, acts of mercy.
So let us be intentional in embodying love in both our words and actions. Whether through uplifting words of encouragement or selfless acts of kindness, let’s extend the love we’ve received to those around us. Remember, in sharing this Divine gift of love, we not only draw nearer to God but also become signs of His love in a world that greatly needs it. As we go about our day, let’s remember our lives demonstrate the profound truth that love, indeed, comes from God.
How do you demonstrate the gift of God’s love to others in your sphere of influence? Please leave a comment and let me know! I would love to hear about it!