Dear children, let’s not merely say that we love each other; let us show the truth by our actions. 1 John 3:18 NLT
It is easy to profess love; it is in the reality of everyday life that this profession is tested. It is easy to stand afar off and wish someone well; it is another thing to get your hands and clothes dirty while trying to offer help to someone else.
Today's extract is directed at children: people who have been washed by the blood of the Lamb and have surrendered their lives to him. They follow their Lord closely, depending on him daily as they seek to pattern their lives after him. Are you God's child? Does he know you as his own? Can he speak, lead and guide and trust you to follow without question?
If yes, this is his command: LOVE TRULY. Don't just say it; do it, show it, live it. I cannot claim to love someone if all I do is speak about it. My life profession must match my mouth confession. His time of favour is here.
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