Deeper: HOW to Love? - Dr. Mike

In this season, many have shared kind words or thoughtful notes expressing love. Yet love—though the most powerful force in the world—is often reduced to a feeling. We say we love based on how something makes us feel. We love our neighborhood, but sometimes struggle to love our neighbour.

In a world filled with tension, division, and constant noise, authentic love feels increasingly rare. Our schedules are full. Our agendas are packed. We seldom put our phones down long enough to truly see one another. We are drifting from genuine brother-and-sister relationships. Close proximity often exposes our struggle to love. During the COVID shutdown, many found it difficult simply being around loved ones for extended periods. Why? Because love is tested when we are close. God reminds us that loving people is not always easy.

How do you love someone who is manipulative, critical, or against you—at home, at work, or in your community? God calls us into a forgiving love—a love that does not always make sense. You may know they don’t like you, yet God says pray for them. You may feel misunderstood, yet God says love them anyway. So how do we do it?