We are called to Love

Colossians 3:14

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.

Walking in love is the key to fulfilling what God expects from every believer. We are called to love both those who are easy to love and those who are difficult. It is natural to find joy in loving and caring for our family because it is easy to love the people we care about and to do things that enrich their lives. While that is admirable, God is calling us to reach those who need to experience His love—even when they are not easy to engage.

Some people may be difficult to love because of their attitudes, past hurts, or the way they treat others. Perhaps they are harsh, impatient, or unkind. Maybe they have betrayed your trust, spoken against you, or caused pain in your life. Others may be struggling with deep wounds, making them defensive or closed off to relationships. Still, God calls us to love them. Loving difficult people does not mean tolerating mistreatment, but it does mean extending grace, kindness, and patience, just as God does for us.

The thought of engaging with people we would rather avoid can be difficult, especially if we have experienced trauma. It may feel safer to stay within the comfort of our own bubble. However, God wants us to step outside our bubble, beyond our circle of comfort, and walk in the love He calls us to demonstrate.

When we share God’s love, people will experience the amazing transformation it brings. We are called to be willing vessels that God can use to show His great love. He is challenging us to extend His love to someone in need.

Ask Him today to prepare your heart and show you what act of love you can do today for someone who needs it.

It is true—love binds us together to create beautiful harmony. Love also heals!

Let's extend the love of God even further so others may experience the wonders of his love.

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In Pursuit of Godliness

Timothy 6:11 (NIV)

"But as for you, pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness.”

Godliness is a lifestyle in pursuit of adopting and living the character of God.The pursuit of godliness is a lifelong journey that requires intentionality and dedication. In 1 Timothy 6:11, Paul encourages Timothy to actively seek out virtues that reflect the character of Christ. Godliness is not merely an external display of piety but an inner transformation that shapes our thoughts, actions, and relationships.

To pursue godliness, we must first understand what it means to live in a way that honors God. It involves cultivating a heart that desires to reflect His love and righteousness in all aspects of life. This pursuit requires us to engage deeply with Scripture, to pray fervently, and to surround ourselves with a community of believers who encourage us in our walk with Christ.

Action Steps

• Spend time in prayer and ask God to reveal areas in your life where you can grow in godliness.

• Choose a verse related to godliness to memorize this week and meditate on its meaning.

• Seek out a Godly mentor or accountability partner who can encourage you in your pursuit of godliness.

The pursuit of godliness is not a destination but a continuous journey of becoming more like Christ. Embrace this journey with joy, knowing that as you seek Him, He will shape you into His image.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, I thank You for the gift of Your Word and the example of Christ. Help me to pursue godliness in my daily life. Teach me to be righteous, faithful, loving, enduring, and gentle. May my pursuit of You transform my heart and reflect Your glory to those around me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Character building moments

Colossians 3:12 NIV

"Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience."

I can remember growing up hearing my mother's voice calling to me to do things I know she could do, whether it was bringing a remote that was less than 2 feet away, turning off her light, or grabbing her something that she needed. I always thought to myself, but never out loud, why in the world is she calling me to do something she is able to do herself? Well, as the years went by and I had children of my own, I found myself doing the same thing. I saw things in my children I wanted to develop. Patience, humility, and a willingness to serve others were important characteristics. I now discovered that she wasn't being lazy or on a power trip but she was building my character.

When God calls us to do something we may feel we don't want or need to do, it doesn't create the opportunity for us to grow. We tend to murmur in our hearts. If we want to be more like Christ, we have to model and put into practice His response to an assignment. Just like Jesus, we need to desire the will of our Father over our own. No matter how small or large the task, we have to be willing to answer the call.

Do your best not to ignore, delegate, or do it grudgingly. It's true, some tasks are less desirable than others. However, when you know that you are fulfilling a task for your Father, it should take the focus off of YOU and shift it to HIM.

So, the next time you are being asked to do something less desirable, remember who is asking.

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