Biblical Answer

When we're feeling tired, it can be challenging to show love to those around us. However, it's during these times that we need to be intentional about demonstrating love. As the Bible teaches, "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." (1 Corinthians 13:4-7). We must strive to embody these characteristics, even when we're feeling exhausted.

To show love to others when we're tired, we need to be intentional about making time for them. This may involve setting aside a few minutes each day to simply be present with them, even if it's just a quick phone call or text message. We can also be creative in finding ways to show love, such as planning a surprise outing or making a small gift. As the author of the provided text notes, "Love can also be expressed through creatively finding situations that make focused attention easier." This means being mindful of our loved ones' needs and finding ways to meet them, even when we're feeling tired. For example, if our partner is feeling stressed, we can offer to help them with a task or simply be a listening ear.

Ultimately, showing love to others when we're tired requires a deep commitment to our faith. As the Bible teaches, "We love because he first loved us." (1 John 4:19). When we're feeling exhausted, it's easy to become focused on our own needs and neglect the needs of others. However, as followers of Christ, we are called to love others as He has loved us. This means putting their needs before our own, even when it's difficult. By doing so, we demonstrate the character of God and bring glory to Him. As the author notes, "We were dead, blind, empty. Our new relationship requires the most positive of expressions: life, light, fullness!" When we show love to others, even when we're tired, we reflect the love of Christ and bring hope and joy to those around us.