Sunday, September 25, 2011

Real love

Most of us have learned how to be courteous to others--how to speak kindly, avoid hurting their feelings, and appear to take an interest in them. We may even be skilled in pretending to feel moved with compassion when we hear of other's needs, or to become indignant when we learn of injustice. But God calls us to REAL and SINCERE love ("let love be without dissimulation") that goes far beyond pretense and politeness. Real love requires concentration and effort. It means helping others become better people. It demands our time, money, and personal involvement.
"Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good." Romans 12:9
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Favorite Quotes and Sayings

  • "When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would have not a single bit of talent left and could say, I used everything you gave me." -Erma Bombeck
  • Even when I have pains, I don't have to be one!
  • No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.
  • "No one can make you fell inferior without your consent." -Eleanor Roosevelt (by way of a wise friend~Jacki)
  • Life is too short for drama and petty things: so kiss slowly, laugh insanely, love truly and forgive quickly.
  • Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.
  • People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
  • "Inaction breeds doubt and fear. Action breeds confidence and courage. If you want to conquer fear, do not sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy." -Dale Carnegie
  • People cry, not because they are weak. It is because they have been strong for too long.
  • Prayer is the place where burdens change shoulders. (Thank you Tina!)