Love in Action

Today’s Insight in the Word-
Romans 12 – There are several things to remember when expressing love to one another.  Love is not self-centered, but selfless.  It always encourages one another through anything and it is fed by the Spirit of God.  Those that grow weary from loving tend to love out of the flesh.  Their love is centered around an emotion, but love is also a choice.  When we choose to love we choose to express that gift which God gave to us (1 Cor 13:13).  In order to not grow weary in the flesh we must depend on God, Who has an abundance, so that we never run dry.  Our cup overflows as He pours His love into our lives.  In loving in Him and through Him we are able to love ourselves and each other in a much larger capacity.  When we love through Him we never grow weary because our source is infinite.

Vs 9 – Be genuine.  “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good.  Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
Vs 15 – Be receptive and compassionate.  As a body we notice when one of our parts is hurt and when one is tired.  We must take care of each part of the body in order to run the race effectively.  “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” 
Vs 16 – Be in unity as one body.  Each step requires everyone working as one.  No one part of the body is more important then the other.  “Live in harmony with one another.  Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position.  Do not be conceited.”
Vs 17 – Two wrongs don’t make a right, they make a third wrong.  Be peaceful with each other so you may be blessed.  “Do not repay anyone evil for evil.  Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone.  If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. “

Walking in the Word- It is easy to get frustrated or angry with one another.  It happens daily.  I will take the time to share the compassion and love that Jesus has shown me to others.  “Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” – John 15:13  I am proud that Jesus is my friend and my brother. 

Prayer Response to the Word- Lord, thank you for being an example for me to follow.  Thank you that you have shown me such mercy and love as to give your all for me.  I pray that you will guide me so that I may bear fruit and nourish those around my branches.  I ask that you help me to grow in Your word, and establish roots that may never be torn apart.  In Your precious name, Amen!