Read 1 John 3:16–17
This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his
life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.
1 John 3:16
In these days of multiplied social agencies, it is easy for us Christians
to forget our obligations: “Let us do good to all people, especially to
those who belong to the family of believers” (Gal. 6:10). This “doing
good” need not be in terms of money or material supplies. It may
include personal service and the giving of ourselves. There are many
individuals in our churches who lack love and who would welcome
our friendship.
A young mother admitted, in a testimony meeting, that she never
seemed to find time for her own personal devotions. She had several
little children to care for, and the hours melted away. Imagine her surprise when two of the ladies from the church appeared at her front door.
“We’ve come to take over,” they explained. “You go into the
bedroom and get started on your devotions.” After several days, the
young mother was able to develop her devotional life so that the daily
demands on her time no longer upset her.
If we want to experience and enjoy the love of God in our own
hearts, we must love others, even to the point of sacrifice.
Something to Ponder
What are some “little” ways you could help others in your church,
family, or neighborhood this week?