The Greek word translated “love” describes acts of the will by which we show ourselves to be “for” the other person by seeking good for them or working for justice for them. To love the other person as Jesus loves us, is to be for him or her just as Jesus is for us. Certainly emotions play some role, but they are not central. This love represents your commitment to seek the good for the other, to act for him or her, even when it is costly to you. Such love demands truthfulness, respect, authenticity, self-giving, justice-seeking.
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Life Together
This is a fundamental reality of the Christian faith. We do not live alone, by ourselves, as individuals. We live in relationship with Christ Jesus and all those who confess Him as Lord. He is the Vine that empowers us, the branches, to bear fruit—the fruit of witnessing to the Good News, serving in His Name, walking faithfully after Him, imitating His love, knowing the joy and hope He offers.
Doubts and Fears
I am not suggesting that faithful people never doubt or never experience fear. I am suggesting that when you and I know the story, the story from which we are called to live, we can be honest about our doubts and fears, and know that the grace of the One who meets us in the Risen Jesus is sufficient. We are no longer hostages to our doubt or our fear. We are recipients of life-giving, life-transforming grace.
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