"GOD IS LOVE...." - 1 John 4:16 God is love. Three small words take us effortlessly to the source of that which should motivate everything we do.
Imagine standing beside a stream of water, watching it trickle over the rocks as it moves along the path it has carved over time. Now travel to the place where this gentle stream finds its beginning, and discover that the closer we are to the source, the stronger the currents flow, the broader the banks become, and the deeper the waters go. When we finally reach the source from which the tiny stream flows, we find ourselves standing before a mighty ocean. There is no end in sight, no confinements on the horizon-only an endless supply of water from this magnificent, boundless source. As we live our busy lives and seek to love others, the most important thing for us to remember is that God is the Source of our outflow. The closer we are to Him, the stronger our desire will grow, the bigger our hearts will become, and the deeper our capacity will be to hold the unending supply of love that pours from Him. It is impossible for the waters of His love to run dry or lose their potential to refresh, restore, and satisfy the most inherent need of every human soul. We are the outlets, the rivers, the streams. His love will flow through us in whatever measure we choose whether it be a deluge or a trickle but we can never forget that a single drop of it holds the power to change a life. In even the smallest act of love, we reflect the heart of Him who fulfilled every definition of the word through His Son. As we celebrate Valentine's Day, may we move ever closer to the source of perfect love, making our lives a continual river of compassion toward others. May our families, friends, and the unexpected people who cross our path be showered with God's love through us. "This is how God showed His love among us: He sent His one and only Son into the world that we might live through Him." - 1 John 4:9 God's Richest Blessings, Zaneta, Michael & Irma Raymond ----------------------------------------------------- This mail is generated from http://www.jesusyouth.org To subscribe to this mailing list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] To unsubscribe from the list send a mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] -----------------------------------------------------
