This is a concept that in many ways needs no explanation. We all understand the idea around ‘loving one another’ and because we feel love towards our family, friends and meaningful others involuntarily (for the most part) then we consider ourselves loving as we readily pour our love into those special relationships, and that in itself is beautiful. Love is a powerful force for good and when we embrace it in a more intentional way brings blessing not only into our lives but also into the lives of those around us and ultimately spreads throughout our society and across the earth.

Who wouldn’t prefer, or want, to live in a world that was full of life-giving love? But true love is more than a feeling. It’s a decision we have to make each day to love when we either don’t feel like it or we actually feel the opposite emotion towards someone. Fear can cause people not to love. Fear is at the root of so many of our negative emotions and experiences. It has been described as False Evidence Appearing Real because it is often based on deception and lies and is often the result of an experience you had that formed an incorrect belief within you. It’s damaging! A fear of rejection causes us to reject others first and push others away. A fear of not being worth anything causes us to elevate ourselves above others and push others away. A fear of being walked over and feeling weak causes us to defend ourselves and our rights and push others away. A fear that we are wrong in some way causes us to have to be right regardless of the consequences and ultimately push others away. A fear that we are unlovable causes us to limit our expression of love to others and push others away.

Can you see how much fear hinders our expression of love towards others and ultimately towards ourselves? There is an antidote to fear and that is LOVE!

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.

1 John 4:18

If we’re punishing ourselves and others by choosing not to love then that will ultimately negatively effect your sense of self and your well-being. I say choose because it really is a choice that we can make. We can choose to see the best in others and consider that the frosty response we get from the sales assistant or friend is because they’re probably struggling with something in their lives. They say that …

Hurting people, hurt people

So for the sake of your well-being and for the health of our society and the world consider choosing love today as your response to everyone. Try it ~ smile at everyone, be kind to people even if they’re frosty towards you and choose love and not only will YOU feel better but that simple act of loving kindness will change the atmosphere for everyone!

Blessings to you and I’ll see you next week!

Love YOU! Sam xx