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Christ’s Love Moves Us to Love
Jesus…having loved His own that were in the world,
loved them to the end. – John 13:1
Jesus set the perfect example of love. Everything about Him – His speech, His conduct, His teaching, and His sacrificial death – demonstrated His love. To the very end of His life on earth, Jesus showed love toward those whom He met and especially toward His disciples.
Jesus’ outstanding example of love sets a high standard for His followers to uphold. It also motivates us to show similar love toward our fellowman.
One good example of showing Christ’s attitude is to care for the sick. At one time or another, we all must face health problems, either our own or those of family members. Jesus’ mental attitude towards the sick serves as an example for us. His love moved Him to feel pity for them. When crowds brought their ailing ones to him, “he cured all who were faring badly.” –Matthew 8:16; 14:14.
Today, Christians do not have Jesus’ miraculous power to heal, but we do share in Jesus’ compassionate attitude toward the sick. Several years ago, I witnessed relatives, friends, and neighbors show compassion for my family when my father became ill with cancer of the liver and passed away at age 72. They showed Christlike love to my father and his family until the end. Such love identifies us as Jesus’ true followers. (John 13:1, 34, 35) Yes, “let your brotherly love continue.” (Hebrew 13:1) We must use our life to praise God and help others and God will bless us for our efforts.
Eufemia Romero
Administrative Assistant
McCurdy Ministries
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