Love: The Unbreakable Anchor of Fellowship

"By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another." (John 13:35 NKJV)

The world is full of divisions, fighting, and deceitfulness. When people are hurting—especially those new to our community or country—where should they turn for a safe haven and unconditional support? Where will they find love beyond their own homes? The church should be the one place defined by radical love, just as Paul heard about the Ephesians' love for one another. Jesus said that our love for fellow believers is the ultimate sign of our discipleship. This kind of Christ-like, sacrificial love is not natural to us; it is "born of the Spirit". It's the Spirit's power that gives us the ability to forgive the seemingly unforgivable and love the difficult person. It’s His love in us that helps us reach the unreachable. This love is the living evidence that God is at work among us—uniting us and giving us compassion for our community. As we gather for the holidays, let us be profoundly thankful for this unbreakable fellowship, which provides an anchor in a chaotic world.

Identify one person in your church family who is difficult to love or has hurt you. Thank God for the power of the Holy Spirit and ask Him to enable you to show them the Christ-like love He commanded.


 

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