Topic: Walking in Love!

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 "Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love."1 John 4:8 (NIV)
Devotion: To walk in love is to walk in God’s very essence, for "God is love". This truth is foundational to our faith and how we live as His children. Love is not merely a feeling or an action—it's the very nature of God Himself. When we walk in love, we carry His presence with us wherever we go.
  In 1 Corinthians 13:4–7, Paul beautifully defines love: "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." As we meditate on this passage, we understand that walking in love requires a conscious decision to reflect these qualities in our daily lives.
   Jesus, our ultimate example, demonstrated perfect love. John 15:13 says, "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." Jesus’ sacrificial love for us compels us to live in love toward others—not only our friends but even those who hurt or oppose us. Matthew 5:44 encourages us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. This kind of love is supernatural and can only flow from a heart transformed by God.
  Walking in love transforms relationships, heals brokenness, and reflects the glory of God in a world desperately in need of Him. It’s through our love for one another that the world will know we are His disciples (John 13:35). When we choose forgiveness over bitterness, kindness over cruelty, and compassion over indifference, we allow God’s love to shine through us.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for being love itself. Teach me to walk in love daily, reflecting Your heart in all I do. Help me to love selflessly, forgive freely, and show kindness generously. Let my life be a living testimony of Your great love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.  
Challenge: This week, identify one person you find difficult to love and intentionally show them an act of kindness. Let God’s love flow through you, bringing healing and grace to your relationships.  
May you walk in love and shine His light wherever you go! In Jesus' name Amen.

©Dr Joel Olanrewaju is reachable at gbemide09@gmail.com. Share your thoughts with me and feel free to share this devotional with your contacts. 

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