I’ve written this blog about a dozen times in my head, and nothing seems to come out just the way I want when I start typing. The words don’t want to meld together on the page. A very frustrating thing for a person used to making words work.
Everyone here, writers and readers, likes to dream about love. But what is love? Is it the dreamy, fluttery feeling we all like to read and write about? A kiss? A box of chocolates or bouquet of flowers? I don’t thinks so.
First Corinthians says that LOVE
- is patient
- is kind
- is not jealous
- is not boastful
- is not proud
- is not rude
- does not demand its own way
- is not irritable
- keeps no record of wrongs
- does not rejoice in injustice
- does rejoice in the truth
- never gives up
- never loses faith
- is always hopeful
- endures through every circumstance
- will last forever
That’s a hard list. I know I’m imperfect at it. At different times in my life I have failed at every single one. :(
Is love a feeling? I think we feel love, but it is not a feeling. I’ve said this before, but I think it bears repeating.
LOVE IS A CHOICE
When things get hard, you (and I) have to choose to love. We have to keep no record of wrongs. We have to never give up, never lose faith, keep hoping.
Our church is doing a series this month on love. One of the things my pastor said this last week that really stuck with me is, “Love is only love when it’s accompanied by actions.”
What can you do for someone today that proves you choose to love them?
Blessings,
PS. I will send one lucky reader who comments on any post this week (8/10 – 8/17) a PDF copy of One Choice or Sweet Freedom a la Mode (winner’s choice).
Ruth Smith says
LOVE MORE, SIN LESS is a wonderful book to read and can be found in most stores selling Christian books. We used this one time in our Wed night Bible Class and it was wonderful. To me, Love is First Corinthians 13. You did a lovely job in your outline of love. God Bless You!
Ginger Solomon says
Thank you, Ruth. I’m going to look into this book.
Merrillee Whren says
Ginger, I understand that thing about writing a blog. I’m envious of those who can whip one out in 15 minutes. you can show someone love by doing an unexpected kindness.
Kelly Catlett says
I really enjoyed your post and thought your Pastor is absolutely right…love needs action! Thanks, Kelly in California
Jennifer says
Love is giving of yourself to another person – money, gifts, etc. but especially TIME!
Ginger Solomon says
Merrillee, sometimes I can whip it out in 15 minutes, but this one took so much time that Valerie had to remind me to write it. :(
An unexpected kindness — great idea.
Ginger Solomon says
Thanks, Kelly. I’m glad you enjoyed it. He’s a good pastor. :)
Ginger Solomon says
Jennifer, good thought. Time is, I think, one of the more important actions of love. All the others are just stuff without a personal touch. Thanks for stopping by.