Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:3 (NRSV) – “If I give away all my possessions, and if I hand over my body so that I may boast, but do not have love, I gain nothing.”
Reflection:
Paul’s words serve as a clear reminder that what matters most is not just what we do, but the heart with which we do it. Our Vision Statement concludes with “with love,” but love is not merely the final phrase; it is the thread woven throughout everything. Without love, our best intentions lose their strength, and our actions lack their true meaning.
Application:
Today, intentionally slow down and check your heart before you serve, speak, or decide. Make sure love is guiding your approach.
Writing Prompt:
Think of a time you acted with the right intention but lacked love. What was missing, and how could love have made a difference?
Prayer:
God of love,
You see not only what I do, but why I do it. Shape my motives, my tone, and my choices so that love is at the center. Let everything I do today be grounded in you.
Amen.