What Jesus teaches about Love
Introduction
God’s message is simple and profound—love. It’s a recurring theme etched in our hearts and throughout the scriptures. Love is the greatest commandment, a profound resolution to every problem. Today, we embark on a journey exploring what Jesus, our loving Savior, taught about love.
Bible Verse
“A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.” – John 13:34 (NIV)
Meaning
Jesus Christ offered this command, highlighting a fundamental aspect of his teachings—expressing and embodying love. The love Jesus asks of us isn’t ordinary; it’s the kind He gave us—unconditional, selfless, and humble. This love isn’t categorically exclusive; it involves everyone; it is all-encompassing.
Christ’s love toward us was demonstrated on the cross. His sacrificial love is a benchmark we’re assigned to emulate in our interactions with one another. It’s a blueprint to conduct ourselves, guide our decisions, and govern our relationships.
Actions to Take
- Express love to those around you daily, even to those you feel undeserving.
- Be forgiving and show grace to others just as Christ has shown you.
- Invest time in prayer asking God to help you love like Jesus.
- Practice humility and selflessness in your interactions with others.
- Share the message of Jesus’ love with others.
Journal Prompts
- How has experiencing Jesus’ love personally impacted my life?
- What practical steps can I take to embody Jesus’ love more in my daily interactions?
- Who do I find it challenging to demonstrate love to and why? How can I change that?
- Reflect on a situation where you showed grace and love even when it was difficult?
- How does knowing God’s love for you help you love others?
Prayer
Dear Lord, thank You for the abundant and unconditional love You’ve shown me. Help me understand the depth of Your love so I can share it with others. Empower me to love even when it’s hard, to extend grace and mercy as You have given me, and to shine Your light in every aspect of my life. In Jesus’ Name, I pray, Amen.
Social Posts
- “Learning to love like Jesus has transformed my life. #LoveLikeJesus”
- “Finding the power to love when it’s hardest shows us the true extent of God’s love for us. #UnconditionalLove”
- “Humility, grace, forgiveness – the trademarks of Jesus’ love for us. Let’s practice them today. #JesusLove “
- “Nothing separates us from the love of Christ. Share this love today. #GodIsLove”
Conclusion
Remember, God’s love is perfectly demonstrated in Jesus Christ. It is a love that welcomes all, heals, and restores. It’s our mission, as believers, to reflect that love in our world. Embrace Jesus’ love for you and let it overflow into the lives of others. Continue exploring God’s incredible love and grace with us here at BGodInspired.com.
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Q&A about what Jesus teaches about Love
Q: What does Jesus teach about love in the Bible?
A: Jesus teaches that love is a fundamental commandment. In Matthew 22:37-39, he says, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.'”
Q: How does Jesus define love?
A: Jesus defines love through his sacrifice. In John 15:13, he says, “Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
Q: According to Jesus, what are the two greatest commandments?
A: According to Jesus, the two greatest commandments are to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind, and to love your neighbor as yourself (Matthew 22:36-40).
Q: What does Jesus say about loving one’s enemies?
A: Jesus commands his followers to love their enemies. In Matthew 5:44, He says, “But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
Q: According to Jesus, how should we respond when someone wrongs us?
A: Jesus calls for forgiveness. In Matthew 18:21-22, when asked how many times we should forgive someone who sins against us, He replies, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.”
Q: What does Jesus teach about how love relates to the law?
A: Jesus teaches in Matthew 22:40 that all the Law and the Prophets hang on the two commandments of love, implying that love is the fulfillment of the law.
Q: How does Jesus show his love for humanity?
A: Jesus shows his love for humanity by sacrificing his own life for our sins (John 3:16). He also served, healed, and forgave people during his ministry.
