Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you.” vs. 22
Psalm 33:17-22
There is a lot of talk about love among people of faith. After all Jesus commanded his disciples to love both God and neighbor, and from the beginning his followers have done their best to do just that. And even John Lennon jumped on the bandwagon with his hit single, “All We Need Is Love.” There’s probably not a sermon that is preached that does not enjoin listeners to love as God has loved us. But with all the talk about love, the truth is that too many people don’t even know what love feels like. And that’s okay, because at its core love isn’t a feeling, it’s a decision, an active choice to treat others in a caring, kind, and generous way, even when feelings of love are not present. This is what gives love its power and tenacity–it’s not dependent on the other’s reaction or response. But still, even if we agree that love is a decision, we can’t deny that it really does feel good to be loved. And when words of love are combined with a touch or a hug, the effect is magnified. But how can we feel the steadfast love of God? Where can we go for a hug? Or is it impossible for anything like that to happen? Some say that it is–and they regularly speak of feeling God’s love. It’s a mysterious elusive moment to be sure, but once it’s experienced, it won’t be forgotten!
Thought for the Day: When have I felt the love of God?
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