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Love Covers

Love is what sets us apart from the world. We identify with Jesus because of love. Often love is not earned or deserved; it is given. Love can be very difficult and requires all our strength. In fact, the type of love Peter is defining as deep in our Bible verse comes from the Greek word ektene, which was a term used to define an athlete’s muscles when they are being strained to win a race. With this same determination, we are to love each other deeply above all else.

When we love others deeply, there is no room for sin to fester and cause bitterness. We can forgive sins, focus forward, mend relationships, and leave injustice in the capable hands of Christ. This is not easy, but with love it is possible. The love God shows us stands as a direct contrast to the love media and the world tries to sell. It is a love that is not tainted by sin. We can choose to cover sin with love, as God does for us.

Is there someone in your life you are striving to love?

Is unforgiveness or bitterness impeding you?