Its presence may seem far away when we are shaken by yet
another loved one’s diagnosis; or try to resolve crippling debts on a meagre
income; or listen to the news reports of escalating brutality and inhumanity
which humans can inflict on one another. But it is there. It whispers in gentle
words and gestures, in kindness between strangers, in the care of family and
friends.
It laughs and weeps tears of joy as we welcome a new baby
into the world. It stands boldly, a lone figure holding out a flower in the
face of a tank, proclaiming that love will triumph in the end.
Love reminds us to be foolish, to hope, to trust, to dare to
love again. It is the voice we carry within our hearts whenever, wherever,
forever.
Love found itself in a stable a long time ago and far away.
It was there on a bare hillside tortured by those who would destroy it. Love
returned to us, proving forevermore that it was greater than sin and death.
Love reigns supreme on His throne in heaven.
Love is our gift.
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