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Your Question:
How do we prioritize love when the world is against us?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with prioritizing love in the face of adversity. The world can be a challenging place, and it's easy to get caught up in loving those who are easy to love, while neglecting those who are harder to love. But the Bible teaches us that our love for God must come first, and that our love for others must be willing to sacrifice for their well-being, even if it's difficult or costly. In fact, Jesus said that the greatest love is to lay down one's life for one's friends (John 15:13). This is a high standard, but it's one that we must strive for if we want to truly love others as God loves us. It's not just about feeling emotions or being tolerant of others' behavior; it's about making a self-giving commitment to their well-being, even if it means sacrificing our own interests or desires. As I reflect on my own life and relationships, I'm reminded that my love for my wife Susan, my children Joshua and Rebecca, and my congregation must be secondary to my love for God. When I prioritize my love for God, I'm better able to love others in a way that's sacrificial and selfless. It's not always easy, but it's a reminder that our love for God is the foundation upon which all other loves are built.
Sources:
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
right thinking in age of chaos
john macarthur
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