January 17: The Love and Support

Mercy, peace and love be multiplied to you. - Jude 1:2

Has anyone ever told you, "I love seeing what God is doing in your life"?



Whether the words came from a church elder, spouse or friend, you probably felt appreciated and wanted to share this kind of encouragement with others. Receiving this kind of love and support affirms us in our faith as well as in our lives.

In his day, Jonathan offered tremendous love to David. He made a covenant with his friend and handed over his robe, tunic, and sort to him as a symbol of his friendship (1Samuel 18:1-4). This bond secured the love David needed to live out God's calling for this life, even in hardship and peril.

We can all learn from Jonathan - to deeply love our fellow believers and support what God is doing in their lives. None of us can be loved too much.

Is there someone you know who would welcome a blessings from you today? Seek out that person and say, "I'm behind you." Share words of blessing. By becoming a Jonathan who offers love and support, you'll be making a way for that person to help expand God's Kingdom.

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The smallest good deed is better than the grandest intention. - Unknown