"Our Lord does not care so much for the importance of our works, as for the love with which they are done." ~Anonymous
I was reading and article last night entitled "Risky Love" by Carolyn Larsen. The title is probably not what you would think by just reading it. As I mentioned in the last post it is easier to love people that have the same ideas and beliefs that you do. Usually your family and friends fall effortlessly into that category. But what about others--- acquaintances, co-workers, or individuals in your community?
So what is risky love?
Well...Loving people that have different or opposing views from you is one definition of risky love. These views can range from anything on religion and politics to education and social issues. How do you relate to someone who is different? How do I relate to someone who is a non-Christian? The answer is pretty simple. I can't. I can't do it alone without God's help. It is hard. People who are different make you uncomfortable and uneasy. They are difficult to approach. And even harder to love. But God gives you ability to do just that...Love everyone! "Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it." (Hebrews 13:2)
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