16 And so we know and rely on the love God has for us.
God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. 17 This is how love is made complete among us so that we will have confidence on the day of judgment: In this world we are like Jesus. 18 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 1 John 4:16-18
Those of you who watch football might have seen the back of some players' helmets this past week with a new sticker placed on them. The sticker states "choose love" and is something they are utilizing to promote awareness of choosing love over hate. It is interesting that the more our society is moving away from choosing love, that our messages keep coming back to everything that God has taught in the scriptures. Choosing to love one another, choosing to honor one another, and encouraging one another are all ways that Jesus shared with His disciples how to respond to others. The moment we stop being more concerned about whether other people love us, if they are treating honor over hate, and we focus our own life on loving others, then we will see how God can influence our lives. The love that drives away doubt and fear, is the same love that Jesus had for his disciples. I say we choose love over hate every day and become more like Christ, it will definitely pay off in the end.
Have a great weekend.
Matt
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