A reminder for folks who want a Christian nation:
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| Love One Another John 13 34 is a painting by Eloise Schneider |
Jesus said: “As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you. Now remain in my love. If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you."
Paul elaborated on what being a loving person means: "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."
And in case we forgot who we are supposed to show that love to, Jesus makes that pretty clear saying: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.’The second is this: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.' There is no commandment greater than these.”
And he also taught, “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven."
Who among our current leaders - not by party or affiliation, but by deed, word, and action - is showing God-filled agape love? Who's tweets and interviews reflect the fruits of the spirit - love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Who serves God and who serves money, because you can't serve both?
If we want a nation that embodies Christ's kingdom, we better get serious about what Jesus commanded.
