(Ephesians 1:15-16 ESV)
We have love for one another as believers; it’s one of the most profound things of the faith and it is both a visible and tangible proof that we are new creations in Christ Jesus. We can minister to believers around the world who are persecuted and in need, pouring into one another’s lives through prayer and encouragement. We know that the love of Christ Jesus for the body, and the love we share because of our relationship in Christ Jesus is of particular importance and value to us as believers. It binds us together and it demonstrates to the world that we are different, we are changed because of Christ and His love in us is a result of it.
We know that the greatest commandment is to love God and love your neighbor. It sums up all of the ten commandments, and provides a simple, clear and very practical recipe for successful Christian living. In Matthew, our Lord Himself answers the question about which is the greatest commandment, “‘Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?’ Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest co ...
