In the Bible, love is described by God in a way that does not match the sentiments of this world. 1 Corinthians chapter 13 describes what Love is and although it is frequently quoted at weddings, it is the radiant splendor of God’s love in us that transforms, as it attracts others to us.

People pray to be relieved of challenges, but God did not promise an easy life. He does promise a great reward for enduring tests, trials, and the temptation to be proud or humble. The crown of life is the future hope of the steadfast and those who discern truth faithfully. “This is love, that we walk according to His commandments.” 1 John 1:6 NKJV The Lord reigns, He alone is clothed in majesty and strength. The world He established cannot be moved from the course He has set. His throne is from the beginning as He decreed. His throne of rule is everlasting. Psalm 93. Embrace the truth. ” Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love Him.” James 1:12 ESV

What Love Looks Like

1. Selflessness: Love often involves putting others before oneself. This is depicted in Philippians 2:3-4, which encourages believers to consider others better than themselves and look to the interests of others.
2. Kindness and Patience: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 describes love as patient and kind. Love does not envy, boast, or dishonor others, and love is a choice over anger.
3. Sacrificial Nature: John 15:13 “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” This highlights the depth of love that is willing to make sacrifices for others.
4. Action-Oriented: Love is also expressed through our actions. 1 John 3:18 “Dear children, let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth.”
5. Forgiveness: Love involves forgiving others, as seen in Colossians 3:13, which reminds believers to forgive one another as the Lord forgave them.

What Love Feels Like

1. Joy: Love brings joy and fulfillment. In 1 John 4:19 “We love because He first loved us.” Our response to the joy received from God is a love that is reciprocal.
2. Peace: Love fosters a sense of peace. Romans 5:5 says that the love of God has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, which brings inner peace.
3. Comfort: The love of God offers comfort, especially in times of trouble. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 “Father of compassion and the God of all comfort.”
4. Connection: Love creates a sense of belonging and connection with others and with God. John 15:15 Jesus said that those who follow Him are His friends. He is faithful and trustworthy.
5. Compassion: Love is deeply tied to compassion and empathy. Evidenced in the parable of the Good Samaritan. Luke 10:25-37 which illustrates loving one’s neighbor through compassionate action.

Biblical love is multifaceted and encompasses both emotions and actions.

A charmed life is a life that is protected by God’s love and faithfulness. PRAY for more peace, patience, joy, kindness, protection, wisdom, guidance, love, faith, discernment, hope and help. God is listening and He answers prayers that align with His will.

Our Best Friend Forever is Jesus. Ephesians 6 is our heavenly Father’s warning and His easy instruction on how to pray and WHY. Through our obedience we are protected from attacks, and the accusers condemning harassment. It is critically important to pay attention to what goes on in the invisible spirit realm day and night. There is indeed an ongoing battle for our souls.  BUT GOD, gives us His nuclear power weapon: PRAYER. Paul taught Timothy, 3 things that all spouses and parents teach by their determined example:

1. Fearessly live for Jesus.
2. Unashamedly live in Him
3. Passionately live for Jesus

Paul encouraged: 2 Timothy 1:8: “So do not be ashamed to testify about our Lord. . . . But join with me in suffering for the gospel, by the power of God.”  Gladly choose to sacrifice some time to be in fellowship with God the Father. He created us to engage with Him as His beloved child. Join with Jesus in the garden and cry out with Him to your Father. We will suffer hate, pain, rejection, and all kinds of cruelty in this life — just as Jesus did – but never alone.

Paul told Timothy, “Continue in what you have learned and have become convinced of, because you KNOW those from whom you learned it” 2 Timothy 3:14. The Holy Spirit is the exact representation of Jesus. 24/7 we have access to Whom all comfort, wisdom and guidance flow. Become His best friend. Speak with the Holy Spirit  today.

With great delight, we choose to walk and talk with Ge who dwells within.  Our silent friend waits to give us wisdom and direction. As we choose to be in His Holy Presence, praying and receiving His protection, our faith in God is our victory. Dare to be courageous, confident and absolutely committed to God’s work and God’s Word Our Father did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self- discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 Just imagine the JOY of the Lord radiating such a light that while in His magnificent Presence — that we are actually joined with Him. Before we were born, God Almighty dreamt and wrote about our future. He tells us that one day we will get caught up with Him in the clouds. Wisely we BELIEVE.

His Spirit indwelt me on June 19, 1985, but now, so many years later, I now prefer His company above all. Knowing God as my Father was a comfort. Knowing Holy Spirit was ever-present to teach me all things, kept me looking to Him rather than scholars. But knowing Jesus as the only personal friend I could rely on, that wisdom took a long time. Growing in Him through the filters of man made religion kept God at a respectful distance. As a newborn babe in Christ, Satan inserted thoughts of cruel judgement from a God that demands perfection. Feelings of being unworthy, or simply not good enough popped into my head regularly. In these transitory moments, all my personal hope to be used by God seemed absolutely impossible. Time with God shut the liar up for good!

Hanging out with Jesus in the garden, I came to an astounding realization. It started at 3:30 this morning. The sweet sound of silence allowed me to enter His sweet Presence.  Giddy with delight I chose to write. After Adam’s goof in the original garden, God picked another Son of God, Abraham to demonstrate His desire to include us in His dream. That man would walk in step with God, and believe whatever our Father tells us. Yahweh has always wanted us to consider Him as our Father, who art in heaven, yet enjoy a close, daily relationship of trust with our Creator. “Look”.

God gave Abraham a dream of being the father of many nations. Our heavenly Father is both the dream giver and our dream interpreter and guide. When we trust and obey like Abraham, our Father will prosper us through friendships, and awesome divinely appointed times of fellowship. Even if your life seems to be that of a nomad like Abe, whatever you do, and wherever you are today, God is in your midst. “Only Believe.” SHOW ME the WAY LORD and I will obey and be blessed because I trust God.  Genesis 12:1-7 NLT  The Lord said to Abram, “Leave your native country, your relatives, and your father’s family, and go to the land that I will show you. I will make you into a great nation. I will bless you and make you famous, and you will be a blessing to others.  I will bless those who bless you and curse those who treat you with contempt. All the families on earth will be blessed through you.”  So Abram departed as the Lord had instructed. Abram was 75 years old when he left behind all that was familiar.  He took his wife, Sarai, his nephew Lot, and all his wealth— Abram traveled through the land as far as Shechem. There he set up camp. Then the Lord appeared to Abram and said, “I will give this land to your descendants.”