š Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.”
John 15:13 (ESV)
š Background:
Jesus spoke these powerful words to His disciples during the Last Supper. He was preparing them for what was about to happenāHis sacrificial death on the cross. In this moment, He redefined love, showing that true love is selfless, sacrificial, and willing to give everything for the sake of another.
In a world where love is often measured by feelings or convenience, Jesus demonstrated that the greatest love is one that puts others first, even at great cost. His love is not just wordsāitās action.
š” Devotional:
Love is often described in grand words, but Jesus defines it in actionālaying down oneās life for others. While most of us may not be called to physically die for someone, we are called to love sacrificially in our daily lives.
True love requires selflessnessāputting others before ourselves, forgiving when itās hard, serving even when itās inconvenient, and loving even when it costs us something. Jesus didnāt just talk about love; He lived it and ultimately gave His life for us.
His sacrifice is a reminder that real love is not about what we gain, but what we give. When we love others the way Jesus loved, we reflect His heart to the world.
š Reflection:
- In what ways can you love sacrificially in your daily life?
- Have you ever received a love that cost someone something? How did it impact you?
- How does Jesusā example challenge the way you love others?
š Prayer:
Father, thank You for the greatest love ever shownāJesusā sacrifice for me. Help me to love others with a selfless, sacrificial love that reflects You. Give me a heart that puts others before myself and a willingness to serve, even when itās hard. May my life be a testimony of Your great love. In Jesusā name, Amen.
⨠Application:
- Look for ways to serve someone sacrificially todayāwhether through time, encouragement, or acts of kindness.
- Forgive someone who has wronged you, reflecting Jesusā love and grace.
- Pray for a heart that loves like Jesusāselflessly and unconditionally.
š Takeaway:
True love is not about what we receive, but what we give. Jesus showed us the greatest love by laying down His lifeānow itās our turn to love others the same way.
š” How can you show sacrificial love today? Letās reflect and share in the comments! ā¤ļø
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