Why does Scripture speak so much about love? The reason is that the love that Scripture commands is not a natural action. Since by nature we enter the world hating God it is only natural that we will hate others. Because of our sinful nature we are naturally selfish and self-centered, and we love ourselves more than we love God and others. And so, in OT Law and throughout the NT, love is illustrated and commanded. In Ephesians 5 and Colossians 3, husbands are commanded to love their wives. In Titus 2, young women are to be admonished that they love their husbands and their children. Most of the commands regarding love are connected with the local church, the body of Christ. If Christ showed His love in dying for His people, how can we be unloving to each other? Now it is significant that we are not just commanded to love others. Love for God is the primary command and duty. The greatest commandment Jesus explained is to love God with all your heart, soul, and strength. The second greatest commandment than is to love your neighbor as you love yourself. Love is not simply being nice, though true love is a demonstration of great kindness and patience. Love is not simply accepting everything about all people. And love is not just given to those who deserve or who have earned love. Love is sacrifice, commitment, directed by truth in light of what Christ has done for us. Love as God has loved you.
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