Guys, It’s Ok To Show Love:
Howdy,
During this past week, a disabled man with misshaped hands was a guest on a television news programme.
He shared how some people find it hard to express the best way to greet him:
“There are those who find the encounter uncomfortable.
Others find it embarrassing.”
“I mean,” he said, “Do they shake my hand, or what?”
He added, “I prefer a cuddle.”
And so, that’s what the male news presenter did.
He gave him a hearty man hug.
Hey!
Guys, it’s ok to show brotherly love.
Likewise, it’s ok to express parental love.
Come-on guys!
Man-up!
Dare I say it, if appropriate, it’s even ok to show romantic love.
And, yes, unconditional love.
There is no circumstance that should drive us to be cold-hearted, rude or ungracious!
No cost is too high.
Remember, Jesus said to His friends:
“I’ve loved you the way my Father has loved me.
Make yourselves at home in my love.”
In other words: Live in my love.
But I hear you say, “David, there’s nothing macho about that!”
Ah, but don’t forget what Jesus said to the self-righteous people:
“Love the Lord your God with all your passion and prayer and intelligence.’
This is the most important, the first on any list.
But there is a second to set alongside it:
Love others as well as you love yourself.”
You see, loving God includes loving people.
You’ve got to love both.
So, love them to bits and be proud to call them your friends.
Treat everyone you meet with dignity.
Be devoted to each other like a loving family.
Excel in showing respect for each other.
Love God with extreme excess.
Now guys, let’s throw heavenly Father a kiss.
After all, His heart beats for us.
Oh, yes!
David Prince: Full-time Husband To Rachel – Writer Of Stuff – Receiver Of Grace – Drinker Of Tea – & Hearty Neighbour.
Committed to loving God and loving people.
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Thank you.
E-mail david@newday-prince.me.uk.
Bible References:
Matthew 22:37-39
John 15:9-10
Romans 12:10
1 Peter 2:17
1 John 4:19-21
God’s Word Translation.
The Message.