Since then, Beth has been forced to make tough decisions about her mom's care, and her heart has often been broken as she watched her vibrant and fun-loving mom slowly slipping away.
In the process, my friend has learned that real love is not always easy or convenient.
After her mom was hospitalized for a couple of days last year, Beth wrote these words to some of her friends:'As backwards as it may seem, I'm very thankful for the journey I am on with my mom.
Behind the memory loss, confusion, and utter helplessness is a beautiful person who loves life and is at complete peace.
I am learning so much about what real love is, and even though I probably wouldn't have asked for this journey and the tears and heartache that go with it, I wouldn't trade it for anything.'
The Bible reminds us that love is patient and kind.It is not self-seeking or easily angered.
It "bears all things" 2 Cor. 13:4-7.
Real love originated with our Father, who gave us the gift of His Son.
As we seek to show His love to others, we can follow the example of Christ, who laid down His life for us 1 John 3:16-18."
Real Love Cindy Hess Kasper
Our Daily Bread
"Teach me to love, this is my prayer —
May the compassion of Thy heart I share;
Ready a cup of water to give,
May I unselfishly for others live. — Peterson
Real love is helping others for Jesus' sake
even if they can never return the favor."
//26/13
Let’s pray:
Father, when we see what others go through, may we realize that they are learning valuable lessons in life, and we need to support them the best we can.
Help us reach out to them in their circumstances, and try to understand what they're experiencing.
It may be that we are, or will, go through some tough situations ourselves.
It is our desire for You to help us remember Your love surrounds us, too. We need to be patient and kind to those we are dealing with, and to be ready to serve them.
It is our desire for You to help us remember Your love surrounds us, too. We need to be patient and kind to those we are dealing with, and to be ready to serve them.
We ask for Your help in living unselfishly, that others may see Christ in us. We ask this in Jesus' Name. Amen
Today's prayer for your pastor: "Pray that your pastor will
earnestly seek God's will and be committed to instant and
complete obedience—ready for God to work powerfully in and
through his ministry. 2 Cor. 10:3-5; Luke 9:23-24. www.lifeaction.org
Today's prayer for your pastor: "Pray that your pastor will
earnestly seek God's will and be committed to instant and
complete obedience—ready for God to work powerfully in and
through his ministry. 2 Cor. 10:3-5; Luke 9:23-24. www.lifeaction.org
Today’s Bible verse: Is. 40:29 "He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength."
Today’s quotes:
Randy Kilgore - "The first Christmas night, when a mighty all-knowing, all-powerful God wrote His name on the heart of humanity, stunning us with the generosity of forgiveness and the joy of unconditional love. The birth of Christ is the answer to our most fervent prayers for love and forgiveness. Can you feel the wonder?"
Cindy Sproles - "Christmas isn’t just about packages and bows. It’s about the beginning of life for a child whose sole purpose was to overcome death and save us. This year as you clear away the Christmas leftovers of wrapping and food, remember Christmas has a deeper meaning. Seek to know more and find peace in the joy of the sacrifice."
Some thoughts today: Folks who are spiritually dead in their sins, will need a life-changing conference with Christ. As there's nothing in us that merits God's goodness and grace, we're in a desperate need of a Savior.
Randy Kilgore - "The first Christmas night, when a mighty all-knowing, all-powerful God wrote His name on the heart of humanity, stunning us with the generosity of forgiveness and the joy of unconditional love. The birth of Christ is the answer to our most fervent prayers for love and forgiveness. Can you feel the wonder?"
Cindy Sproles - "Christmas isn’t just about packages and bows. It’s about the beginning of life for a child whose sole purpose was to overcome death and save us. This year as you clear away the Christmas leftovers of wrapping and food, remember Christmas has a deeper meaning. Seek to know more and find peace in the joy of the sacrifice."
Some thoughts today: Folks who are spiritually dead in their sins, will need a life-changing conference with Christ. As there's nothing in us that merits God's goodness and grace, we're in a desperate need of a Savior.
- Jesus took the curse of our sins so we could be blessed. When Christ died, He died to give us a whole healing of spirit, soul, and body.
- Thank God there's One Who qualified for our redemption!
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That disease hits so close to home, I respect the perspective you've taken. Gratitude for the journey you are on and recognizing how God is helping you become something more. Love is one of the most valuable lessons we can learn.
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