We hear, see and read reports of violence against people because they want to exercise their right to free speech. Children of all ages are being swept into modern-day slave trades and everywhere we turn there are reports of racial and ethnic prejudices. Many of the ills we witness now stem from the simple truth that genuine love is missing from the equation.
We all need to take a moment and think about areas in our own personal lives where we can sweeten them with love. Love is patient and love is kind. When we run into situations.where we are forced to wait or are delayed and we have the option to fully express our dislike of the whole affair; it might be more loving to "grin and bear it". Why shout at the poor clerk or customer service representative when showing kindness can reap great rewards.
Love is long suffering. Love teaches us to abide; love demonstrates resilience when we might want to give up. Is there someone you want to avoid or have given up on? The actions or words of that person may affect you differently when processed through eyes and ears refocused by love. It isn't easy to handle all things more lovingly, but God expects us to shape our actions built on a foundation of love.
God so loved the world that he gave. We can never out love God but he does want us to give it the old college try. Find a way today to show love to someone who needs a reminder that love conquers all. Start by looking in the mirror and telling yourself how much God loves you- so much so that he sent his only son, Jesus to die just for you. No greater love has a man, than he lay down his life for a friend. You are a friend of God. Share the love! Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it a GREAT day. 2015 is the Year of Manifestation. Be blessed! Dr. JoAnn
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