1 John 4:21 (NIV)
21 And he has given us this command: Anyone who
loves God must also love their brother and sister.
For over a week, John has reminded us again and again. We
must love our brothers and sisters in Christ. This reminder, however, is the
clincher. If we love God, then we must love his children and our brothers and
sisters in Christ. Notice that the word isn't "should" or "will
try" or "want to." No, we must. The Bible is careful not to put
many "must do" or "thou shalt" commands in Scripture. So
God's point is clear. Love of each other is not optional, negotiable, or even
something to be delayed. God sent Jesus to die for the sins of all of God's
children. How can we not love those for whom Christ gave so much? As Paul will
say to the Corinthians, "God's love compels us!" We MUST love.
Thought for today:
Do I give focus to loving all of mankind?
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