Biblical Character Trait:
Love – strong affection for another
arising out of kinship or personal
ties; unselfish loyal and benevolent
concern for the good of another
God’s love is unconditional and unselfish. Love gives not only to those who are good and kind to us but also to those who are deliberately mean to you.
John 15:13
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.
Additional Scripture:
1 Corinthians 13, Matthew 5:53-48, Leviticus 19:18, Deuteronomy 6:5, John 3:16, 1 Peter 4:8, Colossians 3:14, John 13:34-35, John 15:13, 1 John 4, Proverbs 10:12, Romans 12:9-10, Proverbs 17:17, Ephesians 4:2-3, Mark 12:30-31, Luke 6:27-35
Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your love for me. Help me to love others as You. If I am lacking in love toward others, please show me where I need to improve.
Help my family learn to live a life of love without expecting anything in return. Help us to demonstrate Your love to all we come in contact with.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Songs of Praise:
- Isn’t the Love of Jesus Something Wonderful?
- Jesus Loves Me
- Love Lifted Me
- My Savior’s Love
- Oh, How I Love Jesus