Feb 28 2009 Num 24-27, 1 Cor 13

Scripture
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. I Cor 13:4

Observation
The apostle Paul is describing a kind of love that is rarely seen and experienced in this world. It is completely externally focused…it is always about others.

Someone has said pride is the dandelion of the soul. Its root goes deep; only a little left behind sprouts again. Its seeds lodge in the tiniest encouraging cracks. And it flourishes in good soil: The danger of pride is that it feeds on goodness.

Application
We have to ask ourselves…how are we doing on this one? Are we seeking more humility in our life or are we on a pride ride?

Pride and humility interact against one another, and they have a yin/yang relationship. The more pride we have, the less humility. The more humility we have, the less pride. This flux is constant, and one way or another the balance of the two adds up to 100%.

This is not just about experiencing God’s love, but showing this kind of love to others.

Prayer
Lord, who can love like this but you…the God is who love. Please come and live and love through me.