"Jesus replied, “The first is this: ‘Hear, O Israel! The Lord our God is Lord alone! You shall love the "Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.’ The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ There is no other commandment greater than these.” (Mark 12: 29 - 31).
Jesus quoted the above Scripture in response to the question of a sincere scribe. The scribe wanted to know how he could fulfill more perfectly the will of God. What is your attitude of the Commandments and laws in general? Most kids and adolescents view them as negative and restrictive. In reality, Commandments and good laws are gateway to freedom and victory in life. A few examples:
"The law of the Lord is perfect,
refreshing the soul.
The decree of the Lord is trustworthy, giving wisdom to the simple.
The precepts of the Lord are right,
rejoicing the heart.
The command of the Lord is clear,
enlightening the eye.
The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever.
The statutes of the Lord are true,
all of them just; More desirable than gold, than a hoard of purest gold,
Sweeter also than honey or drippings from the comb. By them your servant is warned; obeying them brings much reward." (Psalm 19: 8 - 12).
Our love for God is in direct proportion to our awareness of His love for us. As you become more aware of God's patience, kindness and compassion toward you, you become the same toward your neighbor. Right?
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