Love Is An Action

“What does it mean to love someone? To most people love is a feeling, an emotion. But the Greek word agapao (or agape) refers not to a feeling but to an action. To love (agapao) is to will the good of another….Will their good and demonstrate in action.”~James Bryan Smith.  When we love each other God’s way, it can be seen in our actions toward each other.

Avoiding Gossip Is A Significant Act Of Love

“Refusing to gossip and trusting God to help us silence as much gossip as we can is one of the most loving things we can do for others.” [James Bryan Smith]  One of the reasons the Bible calls “gossip” sin is because gossip tears down others.  The Christian faith is about loving, encouraging and building up others. So, avoiding gossip—which can be challenging—is a significant act of love toward others.

Let's Be The Ones Who Offer Genuine Love And Kindness

“Our world is badly in need of people who love, and it is hungering for people who demonstrate genuine kindness.  We are so deprived of it that we are astonished when we encounter it.” –James Bryan Smith.  Hey, let’s be the ones who ASTONISH others with genuine love and kindness. That would be cool—and very worthwhile—wouldn’t it?

Today, Tomorrow, Yesterday, And Worry....What?

“Today is the tomorrow that we worried about yesterday…” [James Bryan Smith]  And did you notice that worrying about today, yesterday, accomplished nothing productive? Yep!  That’s why Jesus said this: “Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” Matt.6:34.  Then what should we do? Jesus’ answer: Seek God’s kingdom.