CELEBRATING TRUE LOVE

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John 3:16 KJV

[16] For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.


The world looks forward to celebrating valentine, the love of man but we choose to celebrate the love of God which had been extended to us even when we didn’t know Him. The love of God is not earned, it is given to us willingly and freely. No matter what we do, it does not fade and it is not withdrawn. Have you wondered why two people who claim to be in love suddenly fall out of love? That love is not rooted in God. It takes root in the flesh. True love that is rooted in God has the following qualities;

Love is patient 

Love is kind. 

Love does not envy 

Love does not boast

Love is not proud.

Love does not dishonor others

Love is not self-seeking

Love is not easily angered

Love keeps no record of wrongs.

Love does not delight in evil

Love rejoices with the truth.

Love always protects

Love always trusts 

Love always hopes

Love always perseveres.

Love never fails.

These are the qualities we’re to extend all the time to those we claim to love  When we genuinely relate with others bearing these qualities in our relationships, the world will be a better a place. Let us reflect the true love of God all the time not for a season, appreciating the people God has brought into our lives and not taking advantage of them. Love gives, not taking all the time. Emulate the love of God, giving your best and reciprocate the love of God. May the Love of God continually be shed abroad in our hearts.

Shalom

Folake Olukoyede 

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