Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. John 15:13 NIV
God's been so good to us lately. No, things aren't rosy and perfect, but it could be worse. He looks out for us day to day. But that's what fathers do right? What about friends? Do you expect them to look out for you? I don't. So it's always a nice surprise when something happens and your friends come to help. They're not laying down their mortal lives, but they are putting their own needs aside to help a friend or loved one. That's the greatest love we can have and show.
Laying down one's life isn't just about dying. It's about living for each other. An officer helping a homeless man get a job by helping him shave. A friend offering a bed when a home isn't safe to be in. A neighbor coming over to physically help with work. These people are exhibiting the greatest love in that for that moment they are putting their own needs aside and helping someone else.
That's real love. Honest love. True love. Spouses do it every day for each other. Parents do it every day for their children. Teachers do it every day for their students. Employers do it every day for their staff. It happens all over the world and is not acknowledged for what it is. God's love. Agape love.
The world would be a better place if we all let God's love shine through us. Be the greatest love.
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