Lent Day 23, Thursday, Mar 11, 2021

“Share the Love!”

The phrase, “I love you”, might be the most powerful statement that we can make to an individual. In any language, “I love you” communicates personal worthiness, self-confidence, and emotional security. The statement isn’t delivered without positive intent and significant thought. When heard for the first time, one’s heart is lifted. When we realize that we’ve heard it for the last time, our hearts sink. Why is it such a big deal to verbally express our love to one another?

What better gift could God give to the world? Considering that the two greatest Commandments both include “Love” as their central theme, we may not be able to find another word that means so much in so many different contexts. We can share it with family, a special loved one, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. In most cases, we could be assured of a returned expression.

However, we can also share love with those who may not return it. Strangers and enemies can also receive love, even though they might not always return it. When folks can’t love us back, it makes our gift of love even stronger, because we have approached them without expectation of anything in return.

Yes, the expression of love can demonstrate gratitude, thankfulness, hope, and desire. It communicates utmost honor and respect to other people, providing validation of one’s self-worth. Yes, love is a big deal in every culture and language. It spans time and never expires because love is the reason God made this day.

Who do you love? Who loves you? Today’s Challenge is to tell someone you love them…Who will it be? Give God all the praise and glory by sharing love with someone else!

“Jesus answered, “The most important one says: ‘People of Israel, you have only one Lord and God. You must love Him with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.’ The second most important commandment says: ‘Love others as much as you love yourself.’ No other commandment is more important than these.” (Mark 12:29-31, CEV).