Love is patient …
But haven’t I waited long enough, Lord? When will you answer my prayers?
Love is kind …
Yes, I know what I should say, but isn’t it best to be honest? My words might hurt, but it will be good for my friend, in the long run.
It does not envy …
And how is it that she gets the job she wants? Don’t I deserve to be happy, too?
It does not boast …
I’m so I glad I’m not like that person. Doesn’t he know how arrogant he is?
It isn’t proud …
I should probably say I’m sorry, but won’t that be admitting I’m wrong? I’m not wrong, not entirely. Let’s see if he apologizes first. It’s not good to be a pushover.
It does not dishonor others …
So what if I interrupted him? He’s been telling his sad story for five minutes now, and it’s my turn to talk.
It is not self-seeking …
I can’t call her right now. I’m too busy. And anyways, the last time I called, it was all about her. I’ve got my own problems to worry about.
It is not easily angered …
It’s not a small thing. He should know better than to put his stuff there. I get sick and tired of putting up with his carelessness.
It keeps no record of wrongs.
How many times have I failed in all the ways God has asked me to love?
I can’t keep count. Thankfully, God’s perfect love covers my weak attempts and keeps me trying to conform to His flawless pattern. Because His love never fails, I can start again with …
Love is patient. Love is kind.
Dear Lord,
Thank you for teaching us how to love, for being the perfect example of love, for being the very definition of love.
In Jesus’s Name, Amen.
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