Love God by loving your neighbor
Follow God's example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. (Ephesians 5:1-2 NIV)
Oh Jesus, why didn’t You come?
Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brothers, you did it to me. (Matthew 25:40 ESV)
Why would God choose the shepherds?
And in the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them. (Luke 2:8-9)
That’s pretty awesome, but it’s also a challenge
I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. (John 8:12 NIV)
Those who put matters in God’s hands and trust Him
Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good. (Romans 12:21 NLT)
Jesus lived a life of perfect kindness
Live a life filled with love, following the example of Christ. He loved us and offered himself as a sacrifice for us, a pleasing aroma to God. (Ephesians 5:2)
“Too little”
Truly, I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them. (Luke 21:3 ESV)
Closely related
When the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy. (Titus 3:4-5 ESV)
The boy smiled
The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. (1 Timothy 1:5 NIV)
Small acts
Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:16 NIV)
Sharing Jesus
Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples. (John 13:35 NLT)
Tiny globs of color
I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well. (Psalm 139:14)
Love, kindness and care
You must be compassionate, just as your Father is compassionate. (Luke 6:36 NLT)
Do the right thing
The Lord has assigned to each his task. I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow. So neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. The one who plants and the one who waters have one purpose, and they will each be rewarded according to their own labor. For we are co-workers in God’s service. —1 Corinthians 3:5–9 NIV
Go back and help him!
When they observed the boldness of Peter and John and realized that they were uneducated and untrained men, they were amazed and recognized that they had been with Jesus. (Acts 4:13 CSB)
Everyone has influence
Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality. (Romans 12:13 NIV)
A secret between himself and God
Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples. (John 13:35 NLT)
We can create change
The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. (Psalms 28:7 NLT)