How Have You Loved Others Today?

[Hidden In Him]

How Have You Loved Others Today?



The second greatest commandment in all of scripture is that you love your neighbor as yourself, or put another way, that you do unto others as you would have them do unto you. The world doesn't see it this way. They are always seeking to get the world to do unto them as they would have them do. They often wait for others to be good to them first before they will reciprocate. But in Christ, we are commanded to constantly be the ones who initiate love. We are called to always have in mind not our own interests but the interests of others, constantly thinking about them and what would make their lives better.

Take a moment to post how you have loved others today; how you have prayed for them, helped them in some way, spoken encouraging words over them and their lives, or ministered to their physical, emotional, mental or financial needs. Take time out if you recall things you did yesterday, or the day before but thought nothing of it. They are a testimony to the world that Christ has done a work in you, and is fashioning you unto Himself, conforming you to His will so that you can increasingly be a blessing to all who come in contact with you.

Blessings in Christ,
Hidden In Him

Moderator's note: This is not a debate thread.

 

[myangelsb4u]

Today, a friend called who was having problems with his family (of 4) dynamics. We prayed about it and asked God for direction. Then I stood in the gap (interceded on his and his families behalf) and cut off any family bloodline connections and curses over their lives.

Then we talked about introducing new ideas and strategies into his family life, which include things that are fun and would challenge each member in a good way. For example, doing a monthly bread and wine celebration with the family, making sure that the kids are eating together for dinner (to start off with), and having a different member pray beforehand. Creating a star chart that indicates some good thing you did today at school or work, which could also mean not getting mad at someone and walking in the opposite spirit. At the end of the week or month, the winner can choose an activity the whole family can enjoy. Have a study time together and ask some challenging questions. Place scripture everywhere in the house that is encouraging and uplifting. I used to have a sign on the inside of my front door that said, "You are now stepping into the mission field." Also giving each family member a scripture (vs & chpter) that they have to memorize and walk in it for that week. All good stuff and blessings!

 

[Hidden In Him]

Today, a friend called who was having problems with his family (of 4) dynamics. We prayed about it and asked God for direction. Then I stood in the gap (interceded on his and his families behalf) and cut off any family bloodline connections and curses over their lives.

Then we talked about introducing new ideas and strategies into his family life, which include things that are fun and would challenge each member in a good way. For example, doing a monthly bread and wine celebration with the family, making sure that the kids are eating together for dinner (to start off with), and having a different member pray beforehand. Creating a star chart that indicates some good thing you did today at school or work, which could also mean not getting mad at someone and walking in the opposite spirit. At the end of the week or month, the winner can choose an activity the whole family can enjoy. Have a study time together and ask some challenging questions. Place scripture everywhere in the house that is encouraging and uplifting. I used to have a sign on the inside of my front door that said, "You are now stepping into the mission field." Also giving each family member a scripture (vs & chpter) that they have to memorize and walk in it for that week. All good stuff and blessings!

Glory! Or as my Hispanic friends like to say, "Santo!" (it means "Holy!" in Spanish).

People need to have a vision, especially when there are multiple people involved like in a family where everyone seems so divided. I was praying the other night for a brother whose wife has autoimmune disease, and it has effected their marriage. He's a great friend with a calling on his life, so I consider it my duty to pray for him until his family situation turns around as well. He has spiritual gifts and so does one of his daughters, but I have seen him be heavily depressed over the last several months. That shouldn't be. He should be happy and joyful and blessed and moving in the things God has called him to. So I'm going to keep praying for him and not let up until I see him get the victory, and his life belongs fully to the Lord Jesus Christ and His use again.

 

[JLB]

Today, a friend called who was having problems with his family (of 4) dynamics. We prayed about it and asked God for direction. Then I stood in the gap (interceded on his and his families behalf) and cut off any family bloodline connections and curses over their lives.

Beautiful.

 

[Elijah7777]

Take a moment to post how you have loved others today;

It is difficult. WE do things for people but then we expect them to return the favor and do good in return and it does not always work out that way. Even we are told we are better off if we let God repay us.

 

[Hidden In Him]

It is difficult. WE do things for people but then we expect them to return the favor and do good in return and it does not always work out that way. Even we are told we are better off if we let God repay us.

Aha! I knew this thread was out there somewhere. Thanks for finding it and causing it to resurface!

 

[Christ_empowered]

I’m currently trying to actively do good for the few people in my social circle ️. And…

I have a very long term friend…we’ve known each other for 25 years we’re both 41 now…

Who made the decision to keep in touch with me over the years. I’m thankful now but..I lived in a haze for a while there and I don’t know why she decided to renew our friendship…

But anyway…

She’s high achieving big city corporate job long term live in boyfriend and I hope she keeps in touch now…we talk frequently lately we’ve been mailing each other artsy postcards…

Because Jesus Christ lives in me. At first I thought in more general terms as in Jesus has changed me so she calls more frequently than in years past etc but now I think …

Biblically speaking Christ lives in me and all other believers. So yes general changes and also Christ in me and hopefully less me more Jesus Christ over time.

Rambling…

I think her real time city friends are becoming more competitive and status conscious especially as they age. She has other gay male friends who are still active in the gay world and…

Weird thing? We’ve talked about how futile both male with male relationships and female with female relationships are over the long haul especially…again..as people get older. But…

I seem to be her one born again friend and I’m not perfect but I think that I’ve been better about showing love as a Christian friend by sharing my faith now and then and also by being different from her other friends…

Only because of Christ who lives in me. Especially in my life if it wasn’t for Christ Jesus I wouldn’t be friends with her.

Oh and…

I have a cousin who has a ministry that provides Biblical guidance on life, basically. I may end up being able to be of help to him because of my ongoing recovery from schizophrenia and…well life out there on the broad road, really. It’s sad how many people are dealing with serious mental illness either directly or in the family. Eek but I might be able to help so that’s awesome and a blessing.

 

[daniel93]

Beautiful.

 

[Hidden In Him]

Spent some time in prayer today for a wonderful friend, asking the Lord to bless her life and continue to use her to bring glory to His name and establish His kingdom on earth. She is a wonderful saint of God who has been dismissed and taken for granted much of her life, and yet she has so much to offer if people would only give her a chance.

I will, and I was more than glad to be praying for her today.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

Today, a friend called who was having problems with his family (of 4) dynamics. We prayed about it and asked God for direction. Then I stood in the gap (interceded on his and his families behalf) and cut off any family bloodline connections and curses over their lives.

Then we talked about introducing new ideas and strategies into his family life, which include things that are fun and would challenge each member in a good way. For example, doing a monthly bread and wine celebration with the family, making sure that the kids are eating together for dinner (to start off with), and having a different member pray beforehand. Creating a star chart that indicates some good thing you did today at school or work, which could also mean not getting mad at someone and walking in the opposite spirit. At the end of the week or month, the winner can choose an activity the whole family can enjoy. Have a study time together and ask some challenging questions. Place scripture everywhere in the house that is encouraging and uplifting. I used to have a sign on the inside of my front door that said, "You are now stepping into the mission field." Also giving each family member a scripture (vs & chpter) that they have to memorize and walk in it for that week. All good stuff and blessings!

I absolutely love this. You reflected the scripture of Bearing one another's burdens today by helping your friend and then interceding for them.
I am in love with the sign idea on the door. That is so good. It is the mindset that we should have everyday. Every interaction that we have, is an opportunity to minister to, pray for, smile at, love on, give hope to, another soul. So therefore fulfilling the law of Christ. Thank you for sharing this bit of inspiration.
We cannot expect the flow of love to continue if we receive but refuse to pour out. Just the same, we cannot expect to always expect to flow into, if we refuse to receive the overflow.
I pray you have a tremendous night Be blessed.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

Glory! Or as my Hispanic friends like to say, "Santo!" (it means "Holy!" in Spanish).

People need to have a vision, especially when there are multiple people involved like in a family where everyone seems so divided. I was praying the other night for a brother whose wife has autoimmune disease, and it has effected their marriage. He's a great friend with a calling on his life, so I consider it my duty to pray for him until his family situation turns around as well. He has spiritual gifts and so does one of his daughters, but I have seen him be heavily depressed over the last several months. That shouldn't be. He should be happy and joyful and blessed and moving in the things God has called him to. So I'm going to keep praying for him and not let up until I see him get the victory, and his life belongs fully to the Lord Jesus Christ and His use again.

This reminds me of the scripture telling us to pray without Ceasing. Also the other scripture about the FERVENT prayer of a righteous man AVAILITH much.
You continuing to pray for your friend until it turns around, is yet again, another example of bearing one another's burdens, therefore fulfilling the law of Christ.

I pray that all these situations have turned around. .


Be blessed.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

It is difficult. WE do things for people but then we expect them to return the favor and do good in return and it does not always work out that way. Even we are told we are better off if we let God repay us.

This reminds me of so many miracles and blessings from Jesus as He walked on earth. But, it reminds me of the story of the 10 Lepers that Jesus healed. He healed all of them without expecting anything in return. Simply because he loved them. Only one followed Him. The other 9 left. He could have cursed them again, or even, only allowed their healing to last a little while. But, he gave freely without any expectation in return.

Be blessed.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

I’m currently trying to actively do good for the few people in my social circle ️. And…

I have a very long term friend…we’ve known each other for 25 years we’re both 41 now…

Who made the decision to keep in touch with me over the years. I’m thankful now but..I lived in a haze for a while there and I don’t know why she decided to renew our friendship…

But anyway…

She’s high achieving big city corporate job long term live in boyfriend and I hope she keeps in touch now…we talk frequently lately we’ve been mailing each other artsy postcards…

Because Jesus Christ lives in me. At first I thought in more general terms as in Jesus has changed me so she calls more frequently than in years past etc but now I think …

Biblically speaking Christ lives in me and all other believers. So yes general changes and also Christ in me and hopefully less me more Jesus Christ over time.

Rambling…

I think her real time city friends are becoming more competitive and status conscious especially as they age. She has other gay male friends who are still active in the gay world and…

Weird thing? We’ve talked about how futile both male with male relationships and female with female relationships are over the long haul especially…again..as people get older. But…

I seem to be her one born again friend and I’m not perfect but I think that I’ve been better about showing love as a Christian friend by sharing my faith now and then and also by being different from her other friends…

Only because of Christ who lives in me. Especially in my life if it wasn’t for Christ Jesus I wouldn’t be friends with her.

Oh and…

I have a cousin who has a ministry that provides Biblical guidance on life, basically. I may end up being able to be of help to him because of my ongoing recovery from schizophrenia and…well life out there on the broad road, really. It’s sad how many people are dealing with serious mental illness either directly or in the family. Eek but I might be able to help so that’s awesome and a blessing.

God Will always bless a situation when we are willing to put Him at the center. As long as you keep talking Jesus to her, when you talk to her, God will bless it.

 

[Elijah7777]

Only one followed Him. The other 9 left.

The one who praised and gave thanks onto God was fully restored. The other 9 were healed but they were not restored. To be restored means they could enter back into the commuinity. The other nine were healed but they would still be banned,.

• Healing: All ten were physically cleansed of leprosy. This was a surface-level transformation—visible, immediate, and bodily.
• Restoration: Only the one who returned in gratitude was declared whole (Greek: sozo), which implies complete restoration—body, soul, and spirit.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

Spent some time in prayer today for a wonderful friend, asking the Lord to bless her life and continue to use her to bring glory to His name and establish His kingdom on earth. She is a wonderful saint of God who has been dismissed and taken for granted much of her life, and yet she has so much to offer if people would only give her a chance.

I will, and I was more than glad to be praying for her today.

Again, what an amazing way to show the Love of Christ to a friend. Since we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, fervent prayer is a form of bearing one another's burdens. What an absolute way to ensure safety over someone we care about, fight for brethren/ sisters.
Whether she knows or not what you've done for her, I am sure she is grateful for your friendship. God will absolutely bless you for it and what a day of praise you will experience when you see her blossom.. Hope you have a wonderful night.

Blessings

 

[Spirit & Truth]

The one who praised and gave thanks onto God was fully restored. The other 9 were healed but they were not restored. To be restored means they could enter back into the commuinity. The other nine were healed but they would still be banned,.

• Healing: All ten were physically cleansed of leprosy. This was a surface-level transformation—visible, immediate, and bodily.
• Restoration: Only the one who returned in gratitude was declared whole (Greek: sozo), which implies complete restoration—body, soul, and spirit.

Thank you for the deeper level of revelation to this passage. .

Be blessed.

 

[Elijah7777]

Thank you for the deeper level of revelation to this passage. .

Be blessed.

We all need to be prepared to have an attitude of gratitude in everything.

 

[Lambie]

We're not passing on the stop check fee for a contractor who lost our check and needs us to write another.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

We're not passing on the stop check fee for a contractor who lost our check and needs us to write another.

Wonderful example of Grace and mercy. I heard this saying one time. It was that there is nothing that anyone here on earth, can do worse to me, than I have done to the Lord. If he can forgive me and give me a daily opportunity for grace and mercy, there is no reason why I can't either. He has forgiven 100% of our debts to date.
Lambie, This might seem small to some but to the contractor, it may be huge. bless you.

 

[Spirit & Truth]

Today, I challenge each of you who read this to love someone. Whether it be a smile at a stranger, picking something up that someone else dropped, giving someone a hug, calling to check in on someone, picking someone up and taking them for a drive, praying for them, making someone their favorite sweet treat. Whatever it is, love someone today.... The Bible says "In all you do, do it unto the Lord" if you do something for someone today, Do it with your whole heart as if its Jesus you are doing it for or to.

Love you all and I hope you all have an amazing blessed day!