One-minute read.
Taking Ruby, our new puppy, to obedience classes, we met Milo and Gracie. The rolly polly English Setter cares little for training but has endless energy for playing with his newfound Boxer friend, Gracie. At the end of each class, all the puppies play together, but none quite as energetically as the exuberant pair that exudes love. Thinking about abounding love instantly brought these two new friends to mind, with no pretense, just joy, as they generously gave kisses and accepted belly rubs from whomever.
Dogs love well, forgive quickly, and anger slowly; they generously lavish affection on their people. God wants us to do the same for the people He places in our lives. Accepting the Lord’s forgiveness should motivate us to forgive others and extend to them the grace He showers upon us. Slow to anger and abounding in love, like puppies, we should approach life with an energetic spirit, sharing our gifts with others and loving them unconditionally for the sake of the Savior.
The more we tune into the Lord, the more love we will have to give. As we draw closer to the Almighty and allow His Spirit to guide and direct us, we will abound in love, leading with grace and compassion as we encounter the fallen humans of this world. Cling to the gifts of the Spirit and allow them to guide your path and help you love well.
Journal Question:
When you think of abounding love, what comes to mind?
Random Act of Kindness:
How can you abound in love today?
