Pursue Love

Pursue Love

1 Timothy 6:11–12
11 But as for you, O man of God, flee these things [love of riches and dissension]. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness. 12 Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called and about which you made the good confession in the presence of many witnesses.

Over the last few months, I have thought a lot about what it means to please God and honor Him with your life. As a pastor, this is probably a natural thought as I have dedicated my career to godly things. Honestly, this should not remain a pastoral pursuit, but the pursuit of all believers everywhere. Pleasing God is living in the way of love.

Today, we focus on Pursuing Love.

It seems simple — but simple doesn’t mean easy. I could have just written those two words and everyone would have an idea of what to do.

Here is the simple thought I want to share with you this morning. It comes straight from Jesus’ mouth on the night He was to be betrayed. John 13:35 — By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.

The disciple of Jesus is known, seen, noticed, confirmed by his or her love. How you love reveals who you are.

When many of us are busy, fearful, stressed, overwhelmed, confused, disappointed, discouraged, and unsure, love may be the furthest thing from our mind.

The mantra does not change: Pursue Love.
Keep loving.
Love when it is easy… and when it is hard.
Love those who love you… and those who do not.
Love those who return love… and those who deny love.

If we want to make an impact in this world, it starts with love.

Practical Ways to Pursue Love:

• Send a text/note/prayer to a friend.

• Perform an act of kindness.

• Encourage someone today.

• Ask God to help you see a need in which you can help.