others are derived." I Cor.13 tells us of all the gifts given by the Holy Spirit 'love' is the greatest, the most to be desired. Love is the summum bonum of all gifts, both material and spiritual. A material gift, given out of love, exemplifies the spiritual gift of "giving one's self." Our gift of love can be a word or deed to fulfill another's need, maybe at great sacrifice of one's self. Love means, "giving" (Jn.3:16). You can give love by giving time, energy, money and encouragement. Giving of one's self to others never diminishes us but enhances and grows our worth and potential to give more.
Mercy, forgiveness, unselfishness, patience, kindness, joy, hope, Truth, etc. - each is one of the facets from the beautiful jewel of love, and love comes from God. All other gifts will eventually fail but "love never fails!"
The Christian's love prayer:
MAKE ME A BLESSING
(George Schuler)
Out in the highways and byways of life,
Many are weary and sad;
Carry the sunshine where darkness if rife,
Making the sorrowing glad.
Tell the sweet story of Christ and His love,
Tell of His pow'r to forgive;
Others will trust Him if only you prove
True, every moment you live.
Give as 'twas given to you in your need,
Love as the Master loved you;
Be to the helpless a helper indeed,
Unto your mission be true.
Make me a blessing, make me a blessing!
Out of my life may Jesus shine;
Make me a blessing, O Savior, I pray,
Make me a blessing to someone today.
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