Monday, 14 March 2022
RULED BY LOVE
Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust (2 Peter 1:4).
There’re things that can affect a Christian; these aren’t viruses, sicknesses or diseases, because Jesus stated unequivocally that NOTHING shall by any means hurt you (Luke 10:19). But the things that are dangerous to a Christian are anger, bitterness, fear, unbelief, etc. He doesn’t want such negative things in your heart. He said in Hebrews 12:15, “Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled.”
The Christian is a partaker of the divine nature; he has the life and nature of God, the nature of love and righteousness. This is what makes it a great concern when you find Christians who don’t walk in love. In Luke 6:27, Jesus said, “But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you.” In the 35th verse He reiterated the same thing: “Butlove ye your enemies, and do good…” (Luke 6:35). Hallelujah! Love triumphs. Love rules.
When you walk in love, you’re a master. He said, “Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you” (Luke 6:28). It doesn’tmatter what they say about you or against you; you’re unruffled, because you’re ruled by love. You remain gracious, kind and loving, like your heavenly Father. Hallelujah!
PRAYER: Dear Father, thank you for your liquid and everlasting love poured out on us. Now, you’ve imparted to me your character of love to bless and impact my world with; your love reigns and rules in my heart today and always, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
FURTHER STUDY:
Romans 13:10; 1 John 4:7-8; 1 John 4:19-21
1-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Mark 16:1-20 & Deuteronomy 1-2
2-YEAR BIBLE READING PLAN: Acts 27:21-31 & Psalm 75-77