Day 5: Love is an Action

Scripture Reading: Leviticus 19:9-18

Reflection: This is the passage which inspires half of the Lawyer’s answer (and half of Jesus’ own answer to the question “what is the greatest commandment?” in the gospel of Matthew). In this passage, we see that loving our neighbor is not just an idea or emotion, it is something that changes the way we behave. Likewise, if we want to “inherit eternal life” (Luke 10:25), we must love others, and loving others requires action.

Prayer: “God, help me to love others in practical ways. Change my behavior to make me more loving.”

Journal Prompt: Recall a time when someone showed love for you in a tangible way. Take a moment to thank God for that person.