The Central Role of Love
Have you ever considered the central role love should have in our lives? One of the key pillars of the early Church (therefore known as a ‘Church Father’) Clement of Alexandria stated that the real Christian “practices being God” when he or she reflects love in his or her life.
Wow! There are a lot of people who practice being God by telling you what to do, seeking to control your life, and even trying to have you honor them more than anyone else. But to think that love is the best way to reflect God.
This is why John states in 1 John 4:12 (
) the fact that an invisible God’s image is reflected in His children when they love each other—“ No one has seen God, ever. But if we love one another, God dwells deeply within us, and his love becomes complete in us—perfect love!”
So, listen to Clement and have a great day practicing being like God.
Have you invited a person who does not have a church home to Friends Sunday this Sunday?
You still have time.