Love, Actually

During the course of my day I visit many news/magazine/blog sites just to keep up with what's going on in the world. I make a point to visit both Christian and non-Christian sites to see where conversations intersect and to see what might be lacking.

Lately I have been saddened by the anger and vitriol that I see displayed on the Christian websites. With so much going on that is contrary to the will of God, I can see the need for increased discussion, petitions, forums, and the like. We are obligated to shine a light in darkness to point people to God.

Yet, I don't see how anyone would want to follow our lead when our words are tinged with what almost feels like hate! Who would be drawn to someone that claims to be coming from a place of love but there is no kind of love anywhere in their approach?

It's no wonder people are taking it upon themselves to justify what a God of love is to them based on their own ideas and desires. The saints of God as a body are certainly not displaying it on the larger scale...

Today, I would like all of us to evaluate what kind of love we are showcasing. We can disagree with someone without getting out of a loving character. We can point someone to the Truth without being disrespectful. Remember how Christ himself displayed a love that caused prostitutes, thieves, and other sinners to change their lives for the better.

Are you so caught up in proving your point that you are missing the point? We're not here to force people to change. We're here to bring others to Christ. Once we get them to the Cross, He'll take care of the rest.

Have a blessed, loving day everyone!

Verse of the Day: By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.  John 13:35