At Your Darkest

Romans 5:8 KJV

But God commended His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

We usually get so teary eyed at the thought of God's Love for us. I mean here we are the most ungrateful, stubborn, and selfish creatures on the planet. Seeing all of the sin that we so willing live in day to day, Jesus still came to rescue us. Lifting up our voice in song or merely waving our hands in such a grateful attitude during worship service is great. However, let's not forget the real charge we have as Christians. What is that charge you ask? Well, how well do you handle loving your friends? Pretty good, right? What about your pastor or fellow church members? Again, I am sure you would pass with flying colors. Now, how about your enemies? How well are you at loving someone who hates you? Could you still genuinely hug or pray for someone who constantly does things to upset you? Yeah, getting a little real now. That is what we are suppose to do. Our love is not dictated on who likes us, but is dictated on our Love for Christ. First thing is to get feelings out of the way. We do not love based on how we feel. We love based on The Power of God. Allowing God full custody of our hearts so that He can nurture His Love within us that it may be displayed to others.

I'm sure we do not have to think too long about someone or people that may require a little bit more effort in the love department. Even while the thief on the cross denied Jesus, His Love never changed. Yes we will feel angry or frustrated. If you have to cry then cry. Jesus did, but He still loved us. That's the love God wants us to capture, master, and deliver to others. He did it for you. This isn't negotiable. This is exactly what you agreed to being a Christian. Not our will, but His Will, remember? Feelings aside and The Word be glorified. He loved me at my darkest. He loved you at your darkest. It is time to return the favor and love someone through their darkness. Then I am confident God's Light will shine through.

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